Service Corporation International Receives 'Buy' Rating from Analysts

Funeral provider's stock gets consensus recommendation from brokerages

Apr. 10, 2026 at 7:54am

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Service Corporation International (NYSE:SCI), a leading provider of funeral, cremation and cemetery services in North America, has received a consensus 'Buy' rating from five research firms covering the company. The average 12-month price target among the analysts is $98.00.

Why it matters

As a major player in the end-of-life services industry, Service Corporation International's stock performance and analyst sentiment can provide insights into the overall health and outlook of the funeral home and cemetery business. The 'Buy' rating signals that Wall Street expects the company to continue growing and delivering value for shareholders.

The details

Several analysts have issued positive views on Service Corporation International's stock. Weiss Ratings upgraded the company from 'hold' to 'buy', while Oppenheimer raised its price target from $94 to $97 and maintained an 'outperform' rating. JPMorgan Chase & Co. initiated coverage with an 'overweight' recommendation and a $110 price target.

  • The latest analyst ratings and price targets were issued in the first quarter of 2026.

The players

Service Corporation International

A leading provider of funeral, cremation and cemetery services in North America, operating more than 1,900 funeral homes, over 450 cemeteries and 40 combination facilities across the United States and Canada.

Weiss Ratings

An independent rating agency that provides investment research and analysis.

Oppenheimer

A full-service investment bank and financial services firm.

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

A multinational investment bank and financial services company.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

The takeaway

The 'Buy' rating from multiple analysts suggests that Service Corporation International is well-positioned to capitalize on industry trends and continue delivering strong financial performance for shareholders.