Bayer shares rally as Deutsche Bank lifts price target on spin-off hopes

Deutsche Bank's upgrade reinforces market speculation that Bayer may divest its glyphosate unit, fueling a sharp climb in the stock.

By Handelsavisen Newsroom · Automated 2026-07-04 05:25 UTC · 1 min read

Bayer AG (BAYN.DE) shares climbed significantly in midday trading, pushing the company to the top of the DAX index.

Bayer AG shares surged in European trading, propelled by a combination of positive analyst commentary and growing investor speculation regarding the company's strategic restructuring.

The German chemical giant's stock climbed significantly, pushing it to the top of the DAX index as buying interest intensified.

The rally was underpinned by Deutsche Bank, which raised its price target for Bayer this week.