Pitney Bowes Receives 'Hold' Rating from Analysts

Shares of the technology company have an average target price of $11

Apr. 7, 2026 at 8:27am

An extreme close-up of intricate gears, levers, and machinery, representing the complex financial infrastructure that underpins Pitney Bowes' business.Pitney Bowes, a century-old technology company, faces a mixed outlook as it navigates the evolving e-commerce landscape.Stamford Today

Pitney Bowes Inc. (NYSE:PBI) has received an average 'Hold' rating from the eight analysts currently covering the stock, according to a report from MarketBeat. One analyst has a 'Sell' recommendation, five have 'Hold' ratings, and two have 'Buy' recommendations on the company's shares.

Why it matters

Pitney Bowes is a long-standing technology company that has evolved from its origins in postage meters to offer a range of mailing, shipping, and e-commerce solutions. The mixed analyst ratings reflect the company's ongoing transition and the competitive landscape it faces.

The details

The average 12-month target price for Pitney Bowes stock is $11, according to the analysts covering the company. Recent research notes have cited factors like the company's underperform rating, market outperform rating, and hold recommendations.

  • On February 17th, Bank of America initiated coverage on Pitney Bowes with an 'Underperform' rating and $9 target price.
  • On February 18th, Citizens Jmp reiterated a 'Market Outperform' rating and $13 target price on the stock.
  • On February 19th, Zacks Research downgraded Pitney Bowes from a 'Strong Buy' to a 'Hold' rating.
  • On March 27th, Weiss Ratings maintained a 'Hold (C)' rating on Pitney Bowes.
  • On December 12th, Truist Financial started coverage on the stock with a 'Hold' rating and $11 target price.

The players

Pitney Bowes Inc.

An American technology company that specializes in shipping, mailing, and e-commerce solutions. Founded in 1920, the company pioneered postage meter technology and has since evolved to offer a broad portfolio of hardware, software, and services.

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What they’re saying

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The takeaway

The mixed analyst ratings for Pitney Bowes reflect the company's ongoing transition as it seeks to adapt its legacy mailing and shipping business to the evolving e-commerce landscape. While some see potential upside, others remain cautious about the company's ability to maintain its competitive edge.