A Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

A - Agilent Technologies Inc.

LABORATORY ANALYTICAL INSTRUMENTS
$112.61
2.37 (2.15%) ▲
5d: +0.53%
30d: -7.23%
90d: -18.63%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 27, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 27, 2026

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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: A trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -6.6% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.

Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$190.09
Based on 7.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$118.03
4.6% Margin of Safety

How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 20.6x Exit PE.

In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: A is currently trading at $112.61, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $111.57 to $121.33. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 16.8) compared to its historical average (20.6). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 6.6% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.

Technical Outlook: Technically, A is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $109.90. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.

Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $163.19 (+48.0%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position SLIGHTLY LOW
Fair Price Range $111.57 - $121.33
Company Quality Score 53/100 (HOLD)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 79.5%

All Signals

  • BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
  • NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • BULLISH: Trading 48.0% below Wall St target ($163.19)

Fair Price Analysis

30-Day Fair Range $111.57 - $121.33
Current vs Fair Value SLIGHTLY LOW

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $109.90
Resistance Level $116.40
Current Trend Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of Mar 30, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 16.78
Wall Street Target $163.19 (+48.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) 7.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY) -3.6%
Profit Margin 18.3%
Valuation Discount vs History -6.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical 16.8 vs 20.6 CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): -6.6% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $102.96 (-7%)
2-Year Target $96.17 (-13%)
3-Year Target $89.82 (-19%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 17→21) $110.28 (0%)
3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull: (PE: 22.4, Growth: 10.1%) $196.34 (+78%)
Base: (SPY PE: 16.8, Growth: 10.1%) $147.06 (+33%)
Bear: (PE: 14.3, Growth: 10.1%) $125.00 (+13%)
📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (25x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (17x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 24.57 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.53
Bull Case $177.30 (+58%)
Analyst growth 44.8%, PE expands to 27.0
Base Case $161.18 (+44%)
Market implied 44.8%, PE stable at 24.6
Bear Case $75.68 (-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 20.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
💡 Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 16.8 to 20.6
Stabilization Target: $135.35 (+22.8%)
PE Expansion Potential: +22.8%
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