Monster Beverage Stock Receives Mixed Analyst Ratings Despite Strong Performance
Wall Street analysts have a mixed outlook on Monster Beverage Corporation (MNST), with the consensus rating currently at 'Moderate Buy.' The stock has outperformed both the S&P 500 and consumer staples sector ETF XLP over the past year, rising by 62.3% compared to SPX's 16.3%. In 2026 alone, MNST shares have gained nearly 27.5%, driven in part by strong Q1 earnings that beat expectations with $2.4 billion revenue and adjusted EPS of $0.58. Analysts expect continued growth for the company, forecasting an 11.6% rise in diluted EPS to $2.30 for fiscal year-end December 2026. However, recent shifts show a slight cooling in analyst sentiment, with one 'Strong Buy' rating downgraded over the past month. Evercore ISI's Robert Ottenstein recently reaffirmed his 'Buy' stance and set a price target of $95.