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Morgan Stanley raises Boston Beer stock price target on margin gains

Morgan Stanley raised its price target for Boston Beer (SAM) to $200 from $190, citing better-than-expected Q3 earnings of $4.37 per share and improved gross margins. The company reported $520.1M in revenue, slightly below estimates, but raised fiscal 2026 EPS guidance. Analysts noted margin gains and cost efficiencies despite volume declines and higher freight costs.

Jefferies raises Boston Beer stock price target on margin progress

Jefferies raised its price target for Boston Beer Company (SAM) to $200 from $185, citing margin progress. The stock has fallen 18.6% in six months. SAM's Q3 2026 earnings beat estimates at $4.37 per share, but revenue missed at $520.1M. Gross margin improved to 51.7%.

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Morgan Stanley raises Boston Beer stock price target on margin gains

Morgan Stanley raised its price target for Boston Beer (SAM) to $200 from $190, citing better-than-expected Q3 earnings of $4.37 per share and improved gross margins. The company reported $520.1M in revenue, slightly below estimates, but raised fiscal 2026 EPS guidance. Analysts noted margin gains and cost efficiencies despite volume declines and higher freight costs.

Boston Beer Q3 Net Revenue Falls 3.2%; Diluted EPS Reaches $4.21

Boston Beer reported Q3 2026 net revenue of $520.1M, down 3.2% YoY, and diluted EPS of $4.21. Gross margin expanded to 51.7%. The company cited challenging demand and raised full-year guidance. Q3 depletions and shipment volume declined 5% and 4.9%, respectively. Management attributed margin growth to product mix and pricing, despite commodity inflation.

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BOSTON BEER REPORTS THIRD QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS

BOSTON BEER CO INC (SAM) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Results of Operations and Financial Condition. Exhibit 99.1 Investor Relations Contact: Media Contact: Nora Doherty Dave DeCecco (617) 368-5390 (914) 261-6572 nora.doherty@bostonbeer.com dave.dececco@bostonbeer.com BOSTON BEER REPORTS THIRD QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS BOSTON (October 22, 2026) -- The Boston Beer Company, Inc. (

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UBS maintains Boston Beer stock rating ahead of earnings

UBS reiterated a Neutral rating and $190 price target for Boston Beer (SAM) ahead of Q3 earnings. The firm expects EPS of $4.21, slightly below consensus. SAM shares have fallen 27% in six months, trading at $181.34. UBS notes negative sentiment due to revenue declines and weak volume trends. Bernstein SocGen lowered its price target to $195, citing volatile beer trends. SAM's CFO recently departed, with Matt Murphy serving as interim.

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