B. Riley Financial Reaffirms “Buy” Rating for Celsius (NASDAQ:CELH)

Celsius (NASDAQ:CELH)‘s stock had its “buy” rating reissued by equities research analysts at B. Riley Financial in a report issued on Friday, Benzinga reports. They currently have a $53.00 price objective on the stock, down from their prior price objective of $56.00. B. Riley Financial‘s price objective suggests a potential upside of 67.76% from the stock’s previous close.

A number of other equities research analysts also recently issued reports on the stock. Wall Street Zen raised shares of Celsius from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Sunday, October 4th. Zacks Research upgraded shares of Celsius from a “strong sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Tuesday, October 6th. Jefferies Financial Group reaffirmed a “buy” rating and set a $42.00 price objective on shares of Celsius in a research note on Tuesday, October 6th. JPMorgan Chase & Co. decreased their target price on shares of Celsius from $52.00 to $48.00 and set an “overweight” rating on the stock in a report on Monday, October 26th. Finally, UBS Group set a $38.00 target price on shares of Celsius in a research note on Thursday, October 15th. Fourteen research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, six have assigned a Hold rating and one has issued a Sell rating to the company. According to MarketBeat, the stock currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $42.39.

Celsius Price Performance

CELH traded up $1.55 during trading on Friday, reaching $31.59. 1,842,486 shares of the company were exchanged, compared to its average volume of 7,710,635. The company’s 50-day moving average is $28.76 and its two-hundred day moving average is $34.25. The company has a market cap of $7.99 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 130.68, a P/E/G ratio of 2.22 and a beta of 1.00. The company has a quick ratio of 1.42, a current ratio of 1.80 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.56. Celsius has a 12-month low of $23.56 and a 12-month high of $59.31.

Celsius (NASDAQ:CELH) last issued its earnings results on Thursday, November 5th. The company reported $0.41 EPS for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $0.34 by $0.07. The business had revenue of $847.23 million during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $800.63 million. Celsius had a return on equity of 36.52% and a net margin of 4.24%. The firm’s revenue was up 16.8% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter last year, the company earned ($0.27) EPS. Research analysts forecast that Celsius will post 1.42 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Insider Buying and Selling

In other Celsius news, Director Damon DeSantis bought 20,000 shares of Celsius stock in a transaction that occurred on Monday, September 14th. The stock was acquired at an average cost of $27.65 per share, for a total transaction of $553,000.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the director directly owned 2,712,187 shares in the company, valued at $74,991,970.55. This represents a 0.74% increase in their ownership of the stock. The purchase was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is available through this link. Also, Director Hal Kravitz bought 12,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Tuesday, September 15th. The stock was acquired at an average price of $28.00 per share, for a total transaction of $336,000.00. Following the completion of the purchase, the director directly owned 239,158 shares in the company, valued at approximately $6,696,424. The trade was a 5.28% increase in their ownership of the stock. The SEC filing for this purchase provides additional information. Insiders acquired a total of 66,000 shares of company stock worth $1,830,120 over the last ninety days. 2.33% of the stock is owned by corporate insiders.

Institutional Investors Weigh In On Celsius

A number of institutional investors and hedge funds have recently bought and sold shares of the stock. Diversify Wealth Management LLC lifted its position in Celsius by 0.4% during the first quarter. Diversify Wealth Management LLC now owns 67,421 shares of the company’s stock valued at $2,202,000 after purchasing an additional 297 shares during the last quarter. Arkadios Wealth Advisors increased its holdings in shares of Celsius by 2.6% in the 1st quarter. Arkadios Wealth Advisors now owns 26,983 shares of the company’s stock worth $957,000 after buying an additional 691 shares during the last quarter. State of Michigan Retirement System increased its holdings in shares of Celsius by 1.9% in the 1st quarter. State of Michigan Retirement System now owns 38,500 shares of the company’s stock worth $1,366,000 after buying an additional 700 shares during the last quarter. Krilogy Financial LLC increased its holdings in shares of Celsius by 8.8% in the 3rd quarter. Krilogy Financial LLC now owns 8,826 shares of the company’s stock worth $251,000 after buying an additional 712 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Public Employees Retirement System of Ohio raised its position in shares of Celsius by 1.5% during the 2nd quarter. Public Employees Retirement System of Ohio now owns 48,567 shares of the company’s stock valued at $1,422,000 after buying an additional 716 shares in the last quarter. 60.95% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

Celsius News Roundup

Here are the key news stories impacting Celsius this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Q3 results beat expectations: Celsius reported earnings of $0.41 per share versus the $0.34 consensus and revenue of $847.23 million versus estimates of $800.63 million. Revenue rose 16.8% year over year, setting a record and providing the clearest near-term positive catalyst. Celsius Holdings Reports Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results
• Positive Sentiment: Needham raised its target: Needham & Company lifted its price target from $35 to $40 and maintained a “Buy” rating, implying 33.2% upside from the cited $30.03 price. Needham analyst recommendations
• Positive Sentiment: Growth plans broaden: Celsius outlined a brand-led operating structure and aims for non-U.S. sales to exceed 15% of revenue within five years. These plans could create additional growth opportunities, though execution will matter. Celsius outlines international revenue goals and new structure
• Neutral Sentiment: Analyst views are mixed: While Needham raised its target, Stifel lowered its target to $36. That target remains above the cited share price, but the contrasting revisions suggest differing views on the outlook. Stifel lowers Celsius price target
• Negative Sentiment: Core-brand softness and legal overhang: Reports say Alani Nu is helping drive growth as the namesake Celsius brand slides. Separately, Celsius faces a class-action lawsuit alleging “healthwashing,” which could create reputational or legal risk; the allegations are not a court finding. Bloomberg report on Alani Nu and the Celsius brand Food Dive report on lawsuit

About Celsius

Celsius Holdings, Inc (NASDAQ: CELH) develops, markets and distributes functional beverages designed to support active lifestyles. Its flagship CELSIUS brand offers carbonated and non-carbonated energy drinks, including products positioned around energy, fitness and wellness. The company also markets CELSIUS Essentials, CELSIUS Vibe and powdered drink mixes, with product formulations that commonly feature ingredients such as caffeine, vitamins and other functional components.

Founded in 2004, Celsius has expanded from a niche fitness beverage business into a broader energy-drink platform.