Rating Change
Raymond James analysts upgraded Greif, Inc. (NYSE:GEF-B) from Market Perform to Outperform on October 16, 2026.
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Greif, Inc. (GEF-B) Upgraded to Outperform at Raymond James
Raymond James analysts upgraded Greif, Inc. (NYSE:GEF-B) from Market Perform to Outperform on October 16, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
Greif, Inc. (NYSE:GEF-B) · upgrade
- Firm
- Raymond James
- Rating
- Market Perform to Outperform
- Price at event
- $110.64
- Market capitalization
- $3.5B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Raymond James upgraded Greif, Inc. (GEF-B) from Market Perform to Outperform on October 16, 2026.
- The stock trades at $110.64 with a $3.5B market capitalization in the Consumer Cyclical sector.
Market Context
Greif, Inc. operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector. The stock currently trades at $110.64 with a market capitalization of $3.5B.
Analyst upgrades often act as catalysts for near-term price movement, particularly when they come from major firms with significant institutional following. Raymond James's upgrade suggests their analysts see improving fundamentals, a more favorable risk-reward profile, or upcoming catalysts that could drive the stock higher.
Analyst ratings and price targets are one input among many for investment decisions. Historical studies show that consensus analyst recommendations have mixed predictive power on their own, but significant changes in consensus — such as multiple upgrades or downgrades in a short period — can be more meaningful signals.
Recent Analyst Activity for Greif, Inc.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 1 Buy, 9 Hold, 0 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2026 | Raymond James | Outperform | N/A |
| Oct 12, 2026 | Truist Securities | Hold | N/A |
| Aug 04, 2026 | Truist Securities | Hold | N/A |
| Jul 30, 2026 | Wells Fargo | Equal-Weight | N/A |
| Jul 15, 2026 | Wells Fargo | Equal-Weight | N/A |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Outperform rating mean for GEF-B?
A rating of Outperform from Raymond James reflects the analyst's outlook on Greif, Inc. (NYSE:GEF-B). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
Browse recent upgrades and downgrades on our Analyst Ratings Dashboard or the GEF-B forecast page.