Retrieve High Target Price Estimates for Stocks

The EarningsEstimates_targetPriceHistory_highTargetPriceEstimate_currentTarget function provides a quick and reliable way to retrieve the high target price estimate for a given stock symbol directly in Excel. By calling the backend API under the hood, it returns the most recent high target price estimate pulled from the “earningsEstimates” data. In case of invalid inputs or missing data, it gracefully returns "NA". This function saves you time and effort, letting you access critical upper-bound analyst expectations at a glance.

Why Use This Function?

• Quickly access the high target price estimate for any US stock symbol in your Excel workflow.
• Stay informed of analysts’ estimates without leaving your spreadsheet.
• Automate target price research and integrate it into your existing financial models.
• Save time by reducing the need to visit external financial websites or manually track these estimates.
• Seamlessly combine it with other Excel functions and MarketXLS tools for more comprehensive analyses and trading strategies.

How to Use in Excel

=EarningsEstimates_targetPriceHistory_highTargetPriceEstimate_currentTarget(Symbol)

1. In any cell, type the function name.
2. Provide the stock ticker symbol as the only required parameter.
3. Press Enter, and the function will display the high target price estimate if data is available.

Parameters Explained

• Symbol (String): Enter a valid US stock ticker symbol (e.g., "AAPL").
• The function will return "NA" if the symbol is invalid, the data does not exist, or your MarketXLS license is found invalid.

Example Usage

Basic Examples

1. =EarningsEstimates_targetPriceHistory_highTargetPriceEstimate_currentTarget("AAPL")

   • Returns Apple’s latest high target price estimate or “NA” if unavailable.

2. =EarningsEstimates_targetPriceHistory_highTargetPriceEstimate_currentTarget("MSFT")

   • Fetches Microsoft’s highest target price estimate.

3. =EarningsEstimates_targetPriceHistory_highTargetPriceEstimate_currentTarget("INVALID")

   • Returns "NA", indicating the ticker does not exist or there is no data.

Advanced Scenarios

• Combine this function with Excel’s built-in conditional formatting:

• Trigger color alerts if the current stock price is near or exceeds the high target price estimate.
  • Integrate with other MarketXLS functions to build a comprehensive watchlist automatically pulling high target estimates, current prices, and other metrics side by side.
  • Automate your trading strategy by using IF statements to check if the high target price is significantly above your entry price, offering potential risk–reward analysis at a glance.

Common Questions and Troubleshooting

• Why do I get "NA" even for a popular symbol?

• Verify that your MarketXLS license is active. Expired or invalid licenses return "NA" for all calls.
• Ensure the symbol is spelled correctly. “APPL” is invalid for Apple; the correct ticker is “AAPL.”
• Data may not exist if the API cannot find recent estimates for that ticker.

• Can I track multiple symbols at the same time?

• Yes. Simply enter this function for different symbols in separate cells.

• What if I see "Refreshing"?

• This indicates the system is waiting to fetch or refresh data. The function will update once the data call is complete.

Including this function in your Excel workflow allows quick access to a critical analyst forecast metric: the high target price estimate. You’ll gain a clearer perspective on how analysts view the upper projected potential of a stock, creating a powerful addition to your overall investment strategy.