Why Wall Street Is Growing More Cautious On CNH Industrial (CNH)

Sajjl Nooranne

Tue, May 19, 2026 at 6:54 AM EDT 2 min read

With an upside potential of 24.26%, CNH Industrial N.V. (NYSE:CNH) is among the 7 Best Heavy Equipment Stocks to Buy as Backlogs Hit Records.

On May 11, Goldman Sachs analyst Daniela Costa downgraded CNH Industrial N.V. (NYSE:CNH) to Neutral from Buy while lowering the firm’s price target to $10.50 from $12. Goldman stated that following the stock’s outperformance during 2026, the shares now appear fairly valued relative to prevailing market conditions. The analyst also cited persistently weak North American agricultural demand, ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty, and higher fertilizer costs as headwinds affecting the broader agricultural equipment sector. In addition, Goldman noted that CNH’s first-quarter results missed consensus EBIT expectations by more than 50%, although the stock has still advanced approximately 8% since the earnings release.

On the same day, Evercore ISI lowered its price target on CNH Industrial N.V. (NYSE:CNH) to $12.25 from $13 while maintaining an In Line rating on the shares. The revised target reflects continued caution surrounding near-term agricultural equipment demand trends and ongoing uncertainty across global farming and construction markets. Nevertheless, analysts continue to monitor the company’s operational execution, global brand portfolio, and potential recovery opportunities as agricultural fundamentals eventually stabilize.

Founded in the 1840s and incorporated in the Netherlands, CNH Industrial N.V. (NYSE:CNH) maintains its global corporate headquarters in Basildon. The company is a global capital goods leader that designs, manufactures, and finances agricultural and construction equipment through internationally recognized brands including Case IH, New Holland, and STEYR.

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