On Monday, Jefferies analysts downgraded Fraport (ETR:FRAG) AG Frankfurt Airport Services Worldwide (FRA:GR) (OTC: FPRUY) stock from Hold to Underperform, also lowering the price target to EUR52.00 from EUR58.00. The revision reflects concerns over the company’s performance amidst a challenging economic environment. According to InvestingPro data, the stock currently trades at a P/E ratio of 12.6 and appears overvalued based on its Fair Value analysis.
The downgrade comes as Jefferies analysts observe a roughly 25% increase in Fraport’s stock over the past six months, which they believe is not sustainable given the current economic conditions. InvestingPro data confirms this strong performance, showing a 32.9% return over the past six months and the stock trading near its 52-week high. They noted that Frankfurt Airport’s reliance on U.S. travelers, who account for a low double-digit percentage of its passengers, and business travel, which makes up approximately 30% of its traffic, could make the company particularly vulnerable to earnings per share (EPS) downgrades compared to its competitors.
In light of these factors, Jefferies has revised its passenger forecasts downward, anticipating a slowdown in transatlantic travel. The firm suggests that if the broader economic outlook deteriorates further, there could be additional downward pressure on passenger volumes.
The analysts at Jefferies have adjusted their EPS estimates for Fraport by 5-12%, positioning them 5-18% below the consensus. This adjustment is a direct response to the anticipated impact of the current economic situation on the company’s performance. The new price target of EUR52.00 represents a decrease from the previous EUR58.00, signaling a more cautious view on the stock’s value.
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