Rating Change
Goldman Sachs analysts downgraded Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE:MTN) from Buy to Sell on August 13, 2026.
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Vail Resorts, Inc. (MTN) Downgraded to Sell by Goldman Sachs
Goldman Sachs analysts downgraded Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE:MTN) from Buy to Sell on August 13, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE:MTN) · downgrade
- Firm
- Goldman Sachs
- Rating
- Buy to Sell
- Price at event
- $145.42
- Market capitalization
- $5.7B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Goldman Sachs downgraded Vail Resorts (MTN) from Buy to Sell on August 13, 2026, though the specific reasoning for the downgrade was not disclosed in this article.
Market Context
Vail Resorts, Inc. operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector. The stock currently trades at $145.42 with a market capitalization of $5.7B. The stock has gained 8.2% over the past 52 weeks.
Analyst downgrades can weigh on a stock in the short term as institutional investors who follow Goldman Sachs's research adjust their positions. However, downgrades also sometimes create buying opportunities if the market overreacts to the rating change. The reasoning behind the downgrade matters more than the rating itself.
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 Vail Resorts, Inc.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 4 Buy, 4 Hold, 2 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 13, 2026 | Goldman Sachs | Sell | N/A |
| Jun 09, 2026 | Truist Securities | Buy | N/A |
| Jun 09, 2026 | Barclays | Underweight | N/A |
| Jun 09, 2026 | JP Morgan | Neutral | N/A |
| Jun 09, 2026 | Stifel | Buy | N/A |
Related Tools: Analyst Ratings Dashboard | View MTN Stock Page
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Sell rating mean for MTN?
A rating of Sell from Goldman Sachs reflects the analyst's outlook on Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE:MTN). 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 MTN forecast page.
