BofA Reinstates Coverage of NIQ Global Intelligence plc (NIQ) with a Buy Rating and a $20 Price Target

NIQ Global Intelligence plc (NYSE:NIQ) is among the 11 Newly-Listed NYSE Stocks to Buy Now.

On February 17, 2026, BofA analyst Curtis Nagle reinstated coverage of NIQ Global Intelligence plc (NYSE:NIQ) with a Buy rating and a $20 price target. Curtis Nagle said that as BofA resumes coverage of 19 Information and Business Services companies, the firm is “generally constructive” on the group and is forecasting average revenue, EPS, and free cash flow growth of 7%, 12%, and 11%, respectively, in 2026.

Earlier in the month, on February 3, 2026, Baird analyst Jeffrey Meuler lowered the price target on NIQ Global to $20 from $24 while maintaining an Outperform rating. Jeffrey Meuler said the model was revised following the “surprise announcement” of COO Tracey Massey’s departure, which Baird believes introduces near-term uncertainty. The firm also clarified that the note corrected a prior version to properly identify the departing executive.

NIQ disclosed that on January 30, Chief Operating Officer Tracey Massey informed the company of her decision to resign for personal reasons. The company stated that “Ms. Massey’s resignation was not the result of any disagreement with the Company or any matter relating to the Company’s operations, policies, or practices.” NIQ added that it does not plan to replace the COO role, with responsibilities to be assumed by the Chief Executive Officer and other members of the executive leadership team, and said no further leadership changes are expected.

NIQ Global Intelligence plc (NYSE:NIQ) is a global consumer intelligence company that provides brands, retailers, and other clients with insights into consumer shopping behavior to inform strategic and operational decisions.

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