Rating Change
Citizens reiterated its Market Outperform rating on Encore Capital Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:ECPG) on November 05, 2026.
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Citizens Reiterates Market Outperform Rating on Encore Capital Group, Inc. (ECPG)
Citizens reiterated its Market Outperform rating on Encore Capital Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:ECPG) on November 05, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
Encore Capital Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:ECPG) · reiterate
- Firm
- Citizens
- Rating
- Market Outperform to Market Outperform
- Price at event
- $114.44
- Market capitalization
- $1.2B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Citizens reiterated a Market Outperform rating on Encore Capital Group (ECPG) on November 5, 2026, with the stock trading at $114.44 and a market cap of $1.2 billion.
- Among the 10 most recent analyst ratings, all 10 are Buy or Market Outperform with zero Hold or Sell ratings, indicating unanimous bullish sentiment.
- Consensus analyst recommendations have mixed predictive power on their own, but significant shifts in consensus ratings can signal more meaningful market signals.
Market Context
Encore Capital Group, Inc. operates in the Financial Services sector. The stock currently trades at $114.44 with a market capitalization of $1.2B.
Analyst coverage from Citizens 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 Encore Capital Group, 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 Encore Capital Group, Inc.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 10 Buy, 0 Hold, 0 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 05, 2026 | Citizens | Market Outperform | N/A |
| Aug 06, 2026 | Truist Securities | Buy | N/A |
| Jun 17, 2026 | Citizens | Market Outperform | N/A |
| May 07, 2026 | Truist Securities | Buy | N/A |
| May 07, 2026 | Citizens | Market Outperform | N/A |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Market Outperform rating mean for ECPG?
A rating of Market Outperform from Citizens reflects the analyst's outlook on Encore Capital Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:ECPG). 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 ECPG forecast page.
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