Rating Change
Mizuho analysts initiated coverage on Northwest Natural Holding Company (NYSE:NWN) with a rating of Neutral on October 22, 2026.
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Mizuho Initiates Coverage on Northwest Natural Holding Company (NWN) with Neutral
Mizuho analysts initiated coverage on Northwest Natural Holding Company (NYSE:NWN) with a rating of Neutral on October 22, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
Northwest Natural Holding Company (NYSE:NWN) · new coverage
- Firm
- Mizuho
- Rating
- Neutral
- Price at event
- $49.93
- Market capitalization
- $1.9B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Mizuho initiated Neutral coverage on Northwest Natural Holding Company (NWN) on October 22, 2026, suggesting a balanced outlook with neither bullish nor bearish conviction.
Market Context
Northwest Natural Holding Company operates in the Utilities sector. The stock currently trades at $49.93 with a market capitalization of $1.9B. The stock has gained 2.3% over the past 52 weeks.
Analyst coverage from Mizuho 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 Northwest Natural Holding Company.
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 Northwest Natural Holding Company
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 4 Buy, 5 Hold, 1 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 22, 2026 | Mizuho | Neutral | N/A |
| Oct 20, 2026 | Wells Fargo | Equal-Weight | N/A |
| Aug 06, 2026 | Wells Fargo | Equal-Weight | N/A |
| May 12, 2026 | Wells Fargo | Underweight | N/A |
| Apr 17, 2026 | TD Cowen | Hold | N/A |
Related Tools: Analyst Ratings Dashboard | View NWN Stock Page
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Neutral rating mean for NWN?
A rating of Neutral from Mizuho reflects the analyst's outlook on Northwest Natural Holding Company (NYSE:NWN). 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 NWN forecast page.