DOLE Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
DOLE - Dole plc
$14.05
-0.33 (-2.29%)
▼
5d:
-5.58%
30d:
-6.21%
90d:
-11.69%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 20, 2026
4d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: DOLE shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: DOLE shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$20.42
Based on 6.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$12.68
Trading above historical range
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 9.9x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: DOLE is currently trading at $14.05, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $14.79 to $15.32. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 9.5) is in line with its historical norms (9.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.3% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, DOLE is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $14.17. 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 (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $17.69 (+23.0%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, DOLE is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $14.17. 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 (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $17.69 (+23.0%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$14.79 -
$15.32
Company Quality Score
55/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 23.0% below Wall St target ($17.69)
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -5.6% 5-day decline
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$14.79 -
$15.32
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$14.17
Resistance Level
$15.61
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
May 14, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.52
Wall Street Target
$17.69
(+23.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
11.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-19.6%
Profit Margin
0.5%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
9.5 vs 9.9
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$14.19
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$14.01
(-3%)
3-Year Target
$13.83
(-4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→10)
$14.37
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.0, Growth: 8.9%)
$43.01
(+199%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.5, Growth: 8.9%)
$18.58
(+29%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.1, Growth: 8.9%)
$15.80
(+10%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (16x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 15.83 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.93
Bull Case
$26.29
(+83%)
Analyst growth 62.4%, PE expands to 17.4
Base Case
$23.90
(+66%)
Market implied 62.4%, PE stable at 15.8
Bear Case
$10.01
(-30%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 13.5
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 9.5 to 9.9
Stabilization Target:
$14.95
(+4.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+4.0%
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Last updated: May 15, 2026 10:48 AM ET
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