Analysts Set Badger Meter Price Target at $182.88

The water meter manufacturer received a 'Hold' rating from 11 analysts covering the stock.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 5:50am

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Badger Meter, Inc. (NYSE:BMI), a global leader in flow measurement and control solutions, has received a consensus 'Hold' rating from 11 equity research analysts covering the stock. The average 12-month price target among the analysts is $182.88.

Why it matters

Badger Meter's performance and outlook are closely watched by investors as the company is a major player in the water utility and industrial flow control markets. The analyst ratings and price targets provide insight into how Wall Street views the company's growth potential and competitive positioning.

The details

Several analysts have recently weighed in on Badger Meter's stock. Robert W. Baird upgraded the stock from 'neutral' to 'outperform' and raised the price target from $165 to $173. Weiss Ratings reissued a 'hold (c+)' rating, while Royal Bank of Canada maintained an 'outperform' rating but lowered the price target from $229 to $191. Stifel Nicolaus set a $166 price target and a 'buy' rating.

  • Badger Meter last reported earnings on January 28, 2026.
  • The company paid a quarterly dividend of $0.40 per share on March 13, 2026.

The players

Badger Meter, Inc.

A global leader in flow measurement and control solutions, founded in 1905 and headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Robert W. Baird

An investment research firm that upgraded Badger Meter's rating and raised the price target.

Weiss Ratings

A research firm that reissued a 'hold (c+)' rating on Badger Meter's stock.

Royal Bank of Canada

An investment bank that maintained an 'outperform' rating on Badger Meter but lowered the price target.

Stifel Nicolaus

A financial services firm that set a $166 price target and 'buy' rating on Badger Meter.

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What they’re saying

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What’s next

Badger Meter is scheduled to report its next quarterly earnings on July 30, 2026, which will provide an update on the company's financial performance and outlook.

The takeaway

Badger Meter's position as a leading provider of water meters and flow control solutions positions the company well to benefit from ongoing infrastructure investment and water management initiatives, though the mixed analyst ratings suggest some uncertainty around the company's near-term growth prospects.