Rating Change
HSBC analysts initiated coverage on NiSource Inc. (NYSE:NI) with a rating of Buy on October 22, 2026.
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HSBC Initiates Coverage on NiSource Inc. (NI) with Buy
HSBC analysts initiated coverage on NiSource Inc. (NYSE:NI) with a rating of Buy on October 22, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
NiSource Inc. (NYSE:NI) · new coverage
- Firm
- HSBC
- Rating
- Buy
- Price at event
- $43.63
- Market capitalization
- $19.6B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- HSBC initiated Buy coverage on NiSource Inc. (NI) on October 22, 2026, a utilities sector company trading at $43.62 with a $19.6B market cap.
Market Context
NiSource Inc. operates in the Utilities sector. The stock currently trades at $43.62 with a market capitalization of $19.6B. The stock has gained 1.7% over the past 52 weeks.
Analyst coverage from HSBC provides professional research and price targets that many institutional investors reference when making allocation decisions. The consensus of analyst opinions — along with the range of price targets — helps frame market expectations for NiSource Inc.
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 NiSource Inc.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 8 Buy, 2 Hold, 0 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 22, 2026 | HSBC | Buy | N/A |
| Oct 20, 2026 | JP Morgan | Overweight | N/A |
| Oct 19, 2026 | BMO Capital | Outperform | N/A |
| Oct 19, 2026 | Barclays | Overweight | N/A |
| Oct 14, 2026 | Citigroup | Neutral | N/A |
Related Tools: Analyst Ratings Dashboard | View NI Stock Page
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Buy rating mean for NI?
A rating of Buy from HSBC reflects the analyst's outlook on NiSource Inc. (NYSE:NI). 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 NI forecast page.
