Raymond James Cuts Procter & Gamble Price Target

Analysts lower outlook for consumer goods giant amid market uncertainty

Apr. 17, 2026 at 6:38am

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Investment firm Raymond James Financial has lowered its price target for Procter & Gamble (NYSE: PG) stock from $175 to $170, citing broader market conditions. The company maintained its 'outperform' rating on P&G shares, though other analysts have also recently adjusted their outlooks for the consumer goods giant.

Why it matters

Procter & Gamble is one of the world's largest consumer packaged goods companies, with a portfolio spanning beauty, healthcare, and household products. Shifts in analyst price targets and ratings can signal broader trends in the market and consumer spending habits that impact major corporations like P&G.

The details

In its research report, Raymond James cited the ongoing economic uncertainty as a factor in lowering its price target for Procter & Gamble. Other analysts have also recently adjusted their outlooks, with Barclays dropping its price objective from $155 to $146 and UBS Group reducing its target from $170 to $166. However, the majority of analysts covering P&G maintain a 'buy' or 'hold' recommendation on the stock.

  • The Raymond James report was published on Tuesday, April 17, 2026.
  • Barclays and UBS Group also recently adjusted their Procter & Gamble price targets in early April 2026.

The players

Raymond James Financial

A diversified financial services firm that provides investment banking, asset management, and other wealth management services.

Procter & Gamble

A multinational consumer goods company headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, known for brands like Tide, Gillette, Pampers, and Crest.

Barclays

A British multinational universal bank that provides various financial services, including investment banking, wealth management, and retail banking.

UBS Group

A Swiss multinational investment bank and financial services company that offers wealth management, asset management, and investment banking services.

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What’s next

Investors will be closely watching Procter & Gamble's upcoming earnings report and any further updates from analysts on the company's outlook.

The takeaway

The adjustments to Procter & Gamble's price targets by major investment firms reflect the broader economic uncertainty impacting consumer spending and the challenges facing large consumer goods companies. However, the company's diversified portfolio and strong brand recognition continue to make it a focus for many analysts.