Rambus (RMBS) stock soared 5.01% in intraday trading on Friday, as investors responded to Wall Street analysts' bullish outlook for the company. The semiconductor company's shares gained momentum following reports of significant upside potential based on analysts' price targets.

According to a recent analysis, the mean price target for Rambus stock stands at $72.25, indicating a potential 47.8% upside from its previous closing price of $48.88. The targets range from a low of $55 to a high of $90, with eight analysts contributing to the consensus. This optimistic outlook appears to be driving investor enthusiasm, leading to the day's substantial gains.

Adding to the positive sentiment, analysts have been revising their earnings estimates upward for Rambus. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the current year has increased by 5.3%, with one estimate moving higher and no negative revisions. This trend in earnings estimate revisions, coupled with Rambus's Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) status, suggests a strong potential for near-term stock price appreciation. The company's position in the top 5% of stocks ranked by Zacks further underscores its favorable prospects in the eyes of analysts.