(NESN) Nestlé S.A. - Ratings and Ratios

Exchange: SW • Country: Switzerland • Currency: CHF • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: CH0038863350

NESN: Water, Coffee, Chocolate, Cereals, Dairy, Beverages

Nestlé S.A. stands as one of the worlds most formidable players in the food and beverage industry, with a legacy stretching back to 1866. Headquartered in Vevey, Switzerland, the company has built an unparalleled global presence, operating across multiple zones: North America, Europe, Asia, Oceania, Africa, Latin America, and Greater China. This geographic diversification is a cornerstone of its resilience and adaptability in an ever-shifting consumer landscape.

Under its sprawling portfolio, Nestlé caters to virtually every consumer need. Its infant nutrition offerings, including Cerelac, Gerber, and Nido, are staples in households globally. Bottled water, a critical segment, is anchored by brands like Nestlé Pure Life and S.Pellegrino, addressing both mass-market and premium market demands. The companys foray into cereals with Fitness and Nesquik, and its dominance in confectionery through iconic brands like KitKat and Aero, underscores its ability to straddle both necessity and indulgence.

Coffee, a high-margin category, is another area of strength, with Nescafé and Nespresso leading the charge. The companys culinary portfolio, encompassing Maggi, DiGiorno, and Hot Pockets, reflects its deep understanding of convenience and taste preferences across cultures. Dairy products like Carnation and Coffee-Mate, alongside chilled and frozen offerings, further diversify its revenue streams, ensuring stability across economic cycles.

What truly sets Nestlé apart is its strategic forays into adjacent markets. Its healthcare nutrition division, featuring brands like Boost and Garden of Life, taps into the growing demand for wellness products. Pet care, through Purina and Pro Plan, is another high-growth area, capitalizing on the trend of premiumization in pet ownership. Even ice cream, often overlooked, is a lucrative segment for Nestlé, with Häagen-Dazs and Movenpick catering to the premium end of the market.

From a financial perspective, Nestlés valuation metrics tell a story of stability and growth potential. A trailing P/E ratio of 18.20 and a forward P/E of 17.36 suggest the market expects continued earnings growth. The price-to-book ratio of 6.13 reflects strong asset utilization and intangible value. A price-to-sales ratio of 2.20 indicates premium positioning in its markets. These metrics, combined with its robust cash flow generation, make Nestlé a compelling target for investors seeking exposure to the consumer staples sector.

For fund managers, Nestlés appeal lies in its diversification, geographic reach, and ability to innovate. Its R&D investments, sustainability initiatives, and portfolio resilience in inflationary

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NESN Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 226,082m
Sector Consumer Defensive
Industry Packaged Foods
GiC Sub-Industry Packaged Foods & Meats
IPO / Inception

NESN Stock Ratings

Growth 5y -19.4%
Fundamental 63.5%
Dividend 73.7%
Rel. Strength Industry -10.5
Analysts -
Fair Price Momentum 94.24 CHF
Fair Price DCF 169.31 CHF

NESN Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 6.81%
Yield on Cost 5y 7.67%
Annual Growth 5y 2.13%
Payout Consistency 100.0%

NESN Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m 87.6%
Growth Correlation 12m -78.7%
Growth Correlation 5y -28.1%
CAGR 5y 2.47%
CAGR/Max DD 5y 0.06
Sharpe Ratio 12m -0.73
Alpha -7.83
Beta 0.01
Volatility 23.57%
Current Volume 4072.8k
Average Volume 20d 4449.9k
What is the price of NESN stocks?
As of March 15, 2025, the stock is trading at CHF 89.18 with a total of 4,072,754 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by -0.60%, over one month by +8.12%, over three months by +19.77% and over the past year by -3.15%.
Is Nestlé S.A. a good stock to buy?
Yes, based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, Nestlé S.A. (SW:NESN) is currently (March 2025) a good stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 63.53 and therefor a positive outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of NESN as of March 2025 is 94.24. This means that NESN is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of 5.67%.
Is NESN a buy, sell or hold?
Nestlé S.A. has no consensus analysts rating.
What are the forecast for NESN stock price target?
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, NESN Nestlé S.A. will be worth about 101.8 in March 2026. The stock is currently trading at 89.18. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +14.13%.
Issuer Forecast Upside
Wallstreet Target Price 92.5 3.7%
Analysts Target Price - -
ValueRay Target Price 101.8 14.1%