Amrize Ltd (NYSE:AMRZ) achieved a significant milestone on Thursday, reaching a new **52-week high** of **$56.33** during trading, before closing at **$56.1630**. The stock saw robust activity with a trading volume of **2,515,889 shares**, up from its previous close of **$54.53**. This surge raises questions among investors about the potential for further growth.
Analysts Adjust Ratings and Price Targets
In light of Amrize’s recent performance, several research firms have revised their ratings and price predictions. The **Royal Bank of Canada** downgraded Amrize from an “outperform” to a “sector perform” rating, while increasing their price target from **$56.00** to **$60.00** in a note issued on **December 8, 2023**. Similarly, **UBS Group** raised their price objective from **$52.00** to **$53.00**, assigning the stock a “neutral” rating as of **November 3, 2023**.
**Wells Fargo & Company** has also increased its target price for Amrize from **$57.00** to **$58.00**, maintaining an “overweight” rating, as noted on **October 30, 2023**. In contrast, **Zacks Research** upgraded their rating from “strong sell” to “hold” on **October 10, 2023**. **Stephens** initiated coverage with an “overweight” rating and a target price of **$60.00** on **November 14, 2023**.
Overall, one investment analyst has given Amrize a Strong Buy rating, six have assigned it a Buy rating, and seven analysts have rated it as a Hold. According to data from **MarketBeat.com**, Amrize has an average rating of **“Moderate Buy”** with a consensus target price of **$59.00**.
Recent Earnings and Insider Transactions
Amrize reported its quarterly earnings on **October 29, 2023**, revealing earnings per share (EPS) of **$0.98**, which fell short of the consensus estimate of **$1.01** by **$0.03**. The company generated revenue of **$3.68 billion**, surpassing analyst projections of **$3.49 billion** and reflecting a **6.6%** increase from the same quarter last year.
Additionally, insider trading activity has been notable. CEO **Jan Philipp Jenisch** purchased **55,000 shares** at an average price of **$52.64** per share on **October 30, 2023**, totaling approximately **$2.9 million**. Following this transaction, he now holds **1,505,000 shares**, valued at about **$79.2 million**. This acquisition represents a **3.79%** increase in his holdings.
In another transaction, insider **Jaime Hill** acquired **4,000 shares** on **November 4, 2023**, buying at an average cost of **$50.69** per share, amounting to **$202,760**. This increased Hill’s ownership by **28.37%**, now totaling **18,101 shares** valued at approximately **$917,540**. In total, insiders have purchased **65,000 shares** worth **$3.4 million** in the last ninety days.
Institutional interest in Amrize has also grown. A number of hedge funds and institutional investors modified their holdings during the third quarter, with **State of Wyoming** acquiring a new stake worth approximately **$32,000**. Other notable acquisitions include **US Bancorp DE**, which invested **$38,000**, and **Costello Asset Management INC**, purchasing shares valued at **$44,000**.
About Amrize
Amrize AG specializes in the building materials sector in North America. Established in **2023**, the company operates independently from **Holcim AG** as of **June 23, 2025**. Based in **Zug, Switzerland**, Amrize is positioned to capitalize on opportunities within the growing construction market.
As the stock continues to attract attention, investors and analysts will be closely monitoring Amrize’s performance and strategic decisions in the upcoming quarters.
