VRTX Stock 12 Month Analyst Forecast
Eps Overview
Growth Next 5yrs
9.56%
Last Quarter
$4.80
Past Year
$15.33
Growth Past 5yrs
8.28%
Next Quarter
$4.42
Estimate Next Year
$9.77
Consensus Rating
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Consensus Price Target
Highest Price Target
$641.00
39.94% Upside
Mean Price Target
$515.58
12.56% Upside
Lowest Price Target
$405.00
-11.58% Downside
Recent Analyst Ratings
Upgrades, Downgrades, New Coverage
Last Updated On Mar 18, 2026
Actual EPS vs Estimated EPS
VRTX Earnings Per Share (EPS) History
According to financial reports, VRTX (NYSE: VRTX) reported an actual EPS of $4.8 for the quarter ending on Nov 03, 2025, compared to an estimated $4.58, resulting in a 4.80% surprise. In the prior quarter (Aug 04, 2025), VRTX recorded an actual EPS of $4.52 with a 5.85% surprise. See VRTX's full earnings history.
Earnings History
EPS Surprise Factor Analysis
VRTX has experienced notable EPS surprises, with the latest quarter ending Nov 03, 2025 showing a 4.80% beat. Previously, the quarter ending Aug 04, 2025 recorded a 5.85% beat. An EPS surprise factor indicates how much actual earnings deviate from analyst forecasts.
| Report Date | Actual | Forecast | Surprise Factor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 03, 2025 | 4.8 | 4.58 | +4.80% |
| Aug 04, 2025 | 4.52 | 4.27 | +5.85% |
| May 05, 2025 | 4.06 | 4.25 | -4.47% |
| Feb 10, 2025 | 3.98 | 4.02 | -1.00% |
| Nov 04, 2024 | 4.38 | 4.14 | +5.80% |
| Aug 01, 2024 | -12.83 | -11.63 | +10.32% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is VRTX stock getting favorable reviews from Wall Street analysts?
Brokerage firms have given VRTX stock an average recommendation of
Buy. 53 analysts have given their ratings
to VRTX out of which
20 analysts have given strong buy call,
18 analysts have given buy call,
15 analysts rate it hold,
0 analysts advocate strong sell call, and
0 analysts has given sell rating. The average target price of
$515.58 gives the stock implied upside
of roughly 12.56% over the next year or so.
What have analysts suggested for VRTX highest price target?
Analysts suggest VRTX's stock price would rise to a high of $641.00.
What is the lowest price target analysts expect for VRTX over the next year?
Within the next 12 months, analysts predict the VRTX stock price could move to $405.00.
What is the average target price for VRTX?
VRTX stock has an average analyst estimate of $515.58.
At its current price, how far is VRTX from its average target price?
VRTX shares are currently trading 12.56% above this price target.
What were VRTX’s actual earnings per share for the recent quarter?
Its quarterly earnings per share (EPS) came in at $4.80 versus consensus estimates of $4.58, and above the comparable year-ago quarter’s EPS of $4.38.
What are the current estimates for quarterly and annual earnings per share?
VRTX's forecasts by analysts estimating quarterly EPS at $4.42 and $9.77 for the whole year.
What has VRTX's growth been in the past five years and what is expected in the next five years?
The analysts have projected 9.56% EPS growth for VRTX in the next five years, compared to growth rates of 8.28% in the past five years.