Coty Inc.(COTY)
NASDAQ

Stock Overview & Analysis

$2.69
0.07 (2.87%)

Coty Inc. (COTY) quick overview 2026-02-20

  • The stock is currently trading at $2.69, experiencing a short-term pullback within a declining trend—trading below its 50-day average while below the 200-day.
  • Analysts appear optimistic, with a 1-year price target of $3.75 (39.4% upside).
  • Volatility is elevated (62.28% annualized), implying wide price swings.
  • The fundamental story is nuanced: solid revenue growth (50.00% YoY) alongside significant competitive pressures.

Here's What You Need to Know Right Now

Concise, actionable context

Trend posture
Short-term pullback in long-term uptrend
Analyst 1Y target3.7539.4%
Volatility (30d ann.)62.2834High
RSI (14-day)
43.47 (Neutral)
Debt$3.26B (82.74 D/E)

Coty Inc. - Historical Price & Volume

$2.69
-10.41 (-79.47%)
Price
Volume
Current Price Line
Range: 2Y

Market Cap

$2.30B

Enterprise Value: $5.54B

P/E Ratio

N/A

Forward P/E: 6.72

Revenue Growth

+50.00%

Year over Year

Analyst Target

$3.75

+39.4% upside potential

Key Investor Questions

Clarity over jargon

Is now a good time to buy?
  • Technicals say: Neutral (RSI 43.47)
  • Fundamentals say: Caution warranted (high leverage concerns)
Can its core operations drive future growth?
  • Future growth will depend on performance in core Household & Personal Products operations.
  • The ability to manage competitive pressures will be crucial for sustained growth.
What are the biggest risks?
  • $3.26B in debt could be a headwind in a high-rate environment.
  • Fierce competition from established players in Household & Personal Products.

Trading Range

52-Week Low$2.44
52-Week High$6.13
Current Price$2.69

Over the past year, the stock traded between $2.44 and $6.13—recovering meaningfully from lows and currently near the higher end. Big swings are likely unless a major catalyst emerges.

Volatility

30-Day Volatility62.28%
Beta0.92
RSI (14-day)43.47

With 62.28% annualized volatility and β=0.92, the stock exhibits moderate correlation to market moves—suitable for investors comfortable with active risk management.

Ownership Snapshot

Insider Ownership59.93%
Institutional Ownership34.27%
Shares Short26.57M

Lower institutional support combined with high short selling points to negative sentiment.

Analyst Sentiment

Mean Target
$3.75
Upside Potential
39.4%
Recommendation
hold
Analysts see strong upside potential with a target of $3.75. The 39.4% upside suggests optimistic growth expectations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common investor questions about Coty Inc.

Coty Inc. (COTY) is currently trading at $2.69. The RSI (14-day) is at 43.5, indicating neutral territory. Wall Street analysts have a consensus "hold" recommendation. The mean analyst price target of $3.75 implies 39.4% upside from current levels. Volatility is high at 62.3% annualized, meaning significant price swings are common. Investors should consider their risk tolerance, investment horizon, and portfolio diversification before making a decision.

Based on current valuation metrics for Coty Inc. (COTY): The trailing P/E ratio is not available (the company may not be profitable). The forward P/E is 6.72. Price-to-Book is 0.65. Price-to-Sales is 0.40. Valuation should be compared to Household & Personal Products industry peers for context, as different sectors trade at different multiples.

Based on 16 analysts covering COTY, the consensus price target is $3.75. This represents a 39.4% upside from the current price of $2.69. The range spans from a low target of $2.50 to a high target of $8.00, reflecting varying levels of optimism among analysts. The consensus recommendation is "hold". Note: Analyst price targets are forward-looking estimates and not guarantees of future performance.

Coty Inc. (COTY) does not currently pay a regular dividend. The company may be reinvesting profits into growth initiatives, or may not yet be profitable enough to distribute earnings to shareholders.

Key risks for Coty Inc. (COTY) investors include: 1. High volatility (62.3% annualized)—the stock can experience significant daily price swings. 2. The company is not currently profitable on a trailing basis, which creates earnings uncertainty. 3. Broader market and macroeconomic risks (interest rates, inflation, geopolitical events). 4. Household & Personal Products sector-specific competitive pressures. Investors should diversify and consider their risk tolerance before investing.

Here is Coty Inc.'s (COTY) current debt and financial health profile: Total debt stands at $3.26B. The debt-to-equity ratio is 82.74, which is elevated and warrants monitoring, especially in a rising interest rate environment. The current ratio is 0.79, which is below 1.0 and may indicate short-term liquidity concerns. The quick ratio is 0.40. The company holds $436.70M in cash and equivalents. Free cash flow is positive at $381.14M, providing a cushion for debt servicing and shareholder returns.