Xcel Energy Inc. (XEL) Stock Forecast
Data as of Sep 16, 2026Utilities · Current price $72.70 (-1.96%)
Price Target Range
Consensus Price Target Over Time
Analyst Rating Distribution
Last 3 Months
6-Month Trend
Latest Analyst Forecasts
Price targets issued by Wall Street analysts. Upside calculated against today's price.
| Date | Analyst | Firm | Price Target | Upside |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 12, 2026 | Gary Hovis | Argus Research | $86.00 | +18.3% |
| Feb 13, 2026 | William Appicelli | UBS | $89.00 | +22.4% |
| Jan 23, 2026 | Stephen D'Ambrisi | RBC Capital | $95.00 | +30.7% |
| Jan 9, 2026 | Anthony Crowdell | Mizuho Securities | $86.00 | +18.3% |
| Dec 17, 2025 | William Appicelli | UBS | $81.00 | +11.4% |
| Nov 20, 2025 | David Arcaro | Morgan Stanley | $84.00 | +15.5% |
| Oct 31, 2025 | William Appicelli | UBS | $86.00 | +18.3% |
| Oct 27, 2025 | Anthony Crowdell | Mizuho Securities | $87.00 | +19.7% |
| Oct 21, 2025 | Alex Kania | BTIG | $96.00 | +32.0% |
| Oct 15, 2025 | James Thalacker | BMO Capital | $87.00 | +19.7% |
| Oct 10, 2025 | William Appicelli | UBS | $84.00 | +15.5% |
| Sep 25, 2025 | William Appicelli | UBS | $82.00 | +12.8% |
| Sep 24, 2025 | Anthony Crowdell | Mizuho Securities | $80.00 | +10.0% |
| May 22, 2025 | David Arcaro | Morgan Stanley | $78.00 | +7.3% |
| Apr 25, 2025 | Neil Kalton | Wells Fargo | $78.00 | +7.3% |
| Apr 23, 2025 | David Arcaro | Morgan Stanley | $79.00 | +8.7% |
| Apr 22, 2025 | Nicholas Campanella | Barclays | $73.00 | +0.4% |
| Oct 21, 2024 | Nicholas Campanella | Barclays | $67.00 | -7.8% |
| Sep 25, 2024 | Paul Fremont | Mizuho Securities | $70.00 | -3.7% |
| Sep 19, 2024 | Paul Zimbardo | Jefferies | $70.00 | -3.7% |
Top Analysts Covering XEL
XEL vs Sector & Market
| Metric | XEL | Utilities Avg | Large Cap Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Analyst Rating | 2.06 | 2.57 | 2.42 |
| Analyst Count | 16 | 8 | 18 |
| Target Upside | +22.2% | +77.2% | +19.5% |
| P/E Ratio | 20.77 | 0.77 | 38.67 |
Revenue Estimates
| Period | Low | Avg | High | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-12-31 | $15.50B | $15.90B | $16.64B | 10 |
| 2027-12-31 | $16.66B | $17.18B | $17.84B | 10 |
| 2028-12-31 | $18.57B | $18.59B | $18.62B | 10 |
| 2029-03-31 | $3.63B | $4.07B | $4.31B | 2 |
| 2029-06-30 | $3.67B | $4.11B | $4.36B | 2 |
| 2029-09-30 | $3.71B | $4.15B | $4.40B | 2 |
| 2029-12-31 | $3.74B | $4.19B | $4.45B | 2 |
| 2030-03-31 | $3.78B | $4.24B | $4.49B | 2 |
| 2030-06-30 | $3.82B | $4.28B | $4.54B | 2 |
| 2030-09-30 | $3.86B | $4.32B | $4.58B | 2 |
| 2030-12-31 | $3.90B | $4.37B | $4.63B | 2 |
EPS Estimates
| Period | Low | Avg | High | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-12-31 | $4.08 | $4.12 | $4.15 | 11 |
| 2027-12-31 | $4.44 | $4.53 | $4.66 | 11 |
| 2028-12-31 | $4.89 | $4.97 | $5.17 | 5 |
| 2029-03-31 | $1.14 | $1.33 | $1.43 | 3 |
| 2029-06-30 | $0.90 | $1.04 | $1.13 | 5 |
| 2029-09-30 | $1.67 | $1.94 | $2.10 | 3 |
| 2029-12-31 | $1.09 | $1.27 | $1.37 | 6 |
| 2030-03-31 | $1.25 | $1.45 | $1.56 | 3 |
| 2030-06-30 | $0.97 | $1.13 | $1.22 | 5 |
| 2030-09-30 | $1.83 | $2.13 | $2.29 | 3 |
| 2030-12-31 | $1.16 | $1.35 | $1.46 | 6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the analyst consensus for XEL?
The consensus among 16 analysts covering Xcel Energy Inc. (XEL) is Buy with an average price target of $92.64.
What is the highest price target for XEL?
The highest price target for XEL is $96.00, set by Alex Kania at BTIG on 2025-10-21.
What is the lowest price target for XEL?
The lowest price target for XEL is $54.00, set by Nicholas Campanella at Barclays on 2024-03-11.
How many analysts cover XEL?
16 analysts have issued ratings for Xcel Energy Inc. in the past 12 months.
Is XEL a buy or sell right now?
Based on 16 analyst ratings, XEL has a consensus rating of Buy (2.06/5) with a +22.2% upside to the consensus target of $92.64.
What are the earnings estimates for XEL?
Analysts estimate XEL will report EPS of $4.12 for the period ending 2026-12-31, with revenue estimated at $15.90B.
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