In a report released today, Jeffrey Silber from BMO Capital maintained a Buy rating on Bright Horizons (BFAM – Research Report), with a price target of $146.00.
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Jeffrey Silber has given his Buy rating due to a combination of factors that highlight Bright Horizons’ strong financial performance and strategic positioning. The company’s first-quarter results for 2025 exceeded expectations, driven by improved margins, particularly in the Back-up Care (BUCA) segment. This segment saw significant revenue growth and margin expansion, which contributed to the overall positive outlook.
Additionally, Bright Horizons has shown effective capital management by reducing its debt and repurchasing shares, which strengthens its financial stability. The company also provided optimistic guidance for the remainder of the year, with expectations of continued revenue growth and stable earnings per share. These factors, along with the strategic advantage of corporate-provided childcare in a competitive labor market, support the Buy rating from Jeffrey Silber.
Silber covers the Industrials sector, focusing on stocks such as ManpowerGroup, Trueblue, and Robert Half. According to TipRanks, Silber has an average return of 8.8% and a 60.08% success rate on recommended stocks.