SCM trades 58.3% below Wall Street's consensus target of $13.25.
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
The base valuation assumes SCM achieves its forward estimates and maintains a stable P/E multiple of 8.0x. This scenario reflects the blended consensus of 9 Wall Street analysts, balancing both positive catalysts and macroeconomic headwinds over the next 12 months.
As of July 7, 2026, Stellus Capital Investment Corporation (SCM) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $13.25, based on estimates from 9 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $8.37, this represents a potential upside of +58.3%. The company has a market capitalization of $242M.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $13.25 to a high of $13.25, representing a 0% spread in expectations. The median target of $13.25 aligns closely with the consensus average. The tight target dispersion indicates high conviction among analysts.
The current analyst consensus rating is Hold, with 4 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,5 rating it Hold, and 0 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. The mixed ratings reflect uncertainty about near-term direction.
From a valuation perspective, SCM trades at a trailing P/E of 8.8x and forward P/E of 8.0x. Analysts expect EPS to grow +28.2% over the next year.
Our proprietary valuation model, which blends historical multiples with forward estimates, suggests a base-case price target of $7.78, with bear and bull scenarios of $4.90 and $10.25 respectively. Model confidence stands at 44/100, suggesting limited visibility into future performance.
| Company | Market Cap | Price | Target | Upside Potential | Rating | Fwd P/E | Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GAINGladstone Investment Corporation | $621M | $15.60 | $17.00 | +9.0% | Hold | 38.4x | 7 |
SLRCSLR Investment Corp. | $701M | $12.85 | $14.50 | +12.8% | Buy | 9.5x | 15 |
PFLTPennantPark Floating Rate Capital Ltd. | $724M | $7.30 | $9.75 | +33.6% | Buy | 6.8x | 11 |
TPVGTriplePoint Venture Growth BDC Corp. | $194M | $4.79 | $8.95 | +86.8% | Hold | 5.1x | 12 |
CSWCCapital Southwest Corporation | $1.5B | $23.78 | $23.58 | -0.8% | Buy | 10.0x | 10 |
HRZNHorizon Technology Finance Corporation | $205M | $4.64 | $4.25 | -8.4% | Hold | 6.9x | 22 |
ARCCAres Capital Corporation | $13.3B | $18.56 | $19.00 | +2.4% | Buy | 9.7x | 32 |
FSCOFS Credit Opportunities Corp. | $999M | $4.94 | — | — | — | — | — |
GBDCGolub Capital BDC, Inc. | $3.4B | $12.87 | $14.25 | +10.7% | Buy | 9.4x | 12 |
OCSLOaktree Specialty Lending Corporation | $1.1B | $12.03 | $12.50 | +3.9% | Hold | 8.0x | 12 |
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying SCM stock.
The consensus Wall Street price target for SCM is $13.25, representing 58.3% upside from the current price of $8.37. With 9 analysts covering the stock, this strong upside suggests significant value not yet reflected in today's share price.
SCM has a consensus rating of "Hold" based on 9 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is mixed, with 5 Hold ratings making up the largest segment. The consensus 12-month price target of $13.25 implies 58.3% upside from current levels.
With a forward P/E of 7.9714x, SCM trades at a relatively low valuation. The consensus target of $13.25 implies 58.3% appreciation, suggesting meaningful undervaluation.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $13.25 for SCM, while the most conservative target is $13.25. The consensus of $13.25 represents the median expectation. Our quantitative valuation model projects a bull case target of $10 based on optimistic growth and margin assumptions. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
SCM is moderately covered, with 9 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 4 have Buy ratings, 5 recommend Hold, and 0 have Sell or Strong Sell ratings. Higher analyst coverage generally indicates greater institutional interest and more reliable consensus estimates.
The 12-month SCM stock forecast based on 9 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $13.25, with estimates ranging from $13.25 (bear case) to $13.25 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Hold". Our proprietary valuation model produces a base case fair value of $8, with bear/bull scenarios of $5/$10.
Our quantitative valuation model calculates SCM's fair value at $8 (base case), with a bear case of $5 and bull case of $10. The model uses discounted cash flow analysis, historical growth rates, and margin mean-reversion to project FY+2 earnings, then applies an appropriate P/E multiple. The model confidence score is 44/100.
SCM trades at a forward P/E ratio of 8.0x based on next-twelve-months earnings estimates compared to a trailing P/E of 8.8x. The lower forward P/E indicates analysts expect earnings growth. A forward P/E is useful for comparing valuations when earnings are expected to change significantly.
Wall Street analysts are very optimistic on SCM, with a "Hold" consensus rating and $13.25 price target (58.3% upside). 4 of 9 analysts rate it Buy or Strong Buy. This information is for educational purposes only. Always conduct your own research, consider your financial situation, and consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
SCM analyst price targets range from $13.25 to $13.25, a 0% tight range reflecting strong analyst consensus. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $13.25 consensus represents the middle ground. Our model's $5-$10 range provides an independent fundamental perspective.
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