Why did Bayer shares hit a 52-week high today?

Investors are pricing in a chance that the U.S. Supreme Court could influence glyphosate cases, potentially reducing legal risk in 2026. The stock also showed a technical breakout, with volume above average, a fresh year high at €39.06, and indicators pointing to strong momentum. Positive broker commentary added to sentiment.

How could a Supreme Court move affect Bayer’s liabilities?

If the Court takes or shapes a relevant case and limits grounds for claims, it could remove the basis for a large share of pending suits, easing uncertainty. That would likely lower the legal risk premium, support valuation, and help management focus resources on operations and deleveraging during 2026.

Is Bayer attractively valued after the rally?

On today’s figures, the shares trade near 0.81x sales and 1.26x book with a free cash flow yield around 10.5%. EPS is negative and leverage is high, so risk remains. If legal overhang fades and cash flow holds, there is room for a rerating, but results and headlines will drive outcomes.

What should German retail investors watch next?

Key items include any Supreme Court docket developments on glyphosate, the 3 March 2026 earnings release, Crop Science cash generation, and leverage trends. Also track momentum signals like RSI and ADX for timing. Analyst upgrades could follow solid execution, but downside risk rises if legal headlines turn negative.

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BAYN.DE Stock Today: January 07 – Supreme Court Hopes Fuel 52-Week High

ByDanny Kontos January 7, 2026

Bayer stock jumped to a new 52-week high as investors positioned for a potential U.S. Supreme Court shift in glyphosate cases that could reset liabilities in 2026. In Frankfurt, BAYN.DE traded at €38.32 after touching €39.06, with volume well above average. The rally comes alongside positive broker commentary and improving operations. We break down today’s drivers, what a litigation reset could mean for valuation and debt, and what German investors should watch next.