Rating Change
Citizens analysts initiated coverage on Builders FirstSource, Inc. (NYSE:BLDR) with a rating of Market Perform on August 21, 2026.
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Citizens Initiates Coverage on Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR) with Market Perform
Citizens analysts initiated coverage on Builders FirstSource, Inc. (NYSE:BLDR) with a rating of Market Perform on August 21, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
Builders FirstSource, Inc. (NYSE:BLDR) · new coverage
- Firm
- Citizens
- Rating
- Market Perform
- Price at event
- $70.32
- Market capitalization
- $12.1B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Citizens initiated coverage on Builders FirstSource (BLDR) with a Market Perform rating on August 21, 2026, suggesting the stock is expected to perform in line with the broader market.
Market Context
Builders FirstSource, Inc. operates in the Industrials sector. The stock currently trades at $70.32 with a market capitalization of $12.1B. The stock has declined 37.3% over the past 52 weeks.
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 Builders FirstSource, 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 Builders FirstSource, Inc.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 7 Buy, 3 Hold, 0 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2026 | Citizens | Market Perform | N/A |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Oppenheimer | Outperform | N/A |
| Jul 31, 2026 | RBC Capital | Outperform | N/A |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Wells Fargo | Equal-Weight | N/A |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Barclays | Overweight | N/A |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Market Perform rating mean for BLDR?
A rating of Market Perform from Citizens reflects the analyst's outlook on Builders FirstSource, Inc. (NYSE:BLDR). 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 BLDR forecast page.