FMC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
FMC - FMC Corporation
$13.96
-0.21 (-1.52%)
▼
5d:
+6.45%
30d:
-18.72%
90d:
-3.63%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 15, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 29, 2026
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Strength: 5.1/10
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: FMC shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.8% growth. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: FMC shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.8% growth. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$27.03
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$16.78
16.8% 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 6.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: FMC is currently trading at $13.96, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $13.69 to $16.83. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 6.4) is in line with its historical norms (6.3). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.8% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FMC is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $12.66, while resistance sits at $15.15.
Market Sentiment: FMC has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $17.71 (+25.0%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FMC is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $12.66, while resistance sits at $15.15.
Market Sentiment: FMC has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $17.71 (+25.0%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$13.69 -
$16.83
Company Quality Score
49/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
60.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 25.0% below Wall St target ($17.71)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 0.8% growth with -4.1% revenue growth
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$13.69 -
$16.83
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$12.66
Resistance Level
$15.15
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
May 18, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
6.43
Wall Street Target
$17.71
(+25.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-4.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-77.6%
Profit Margin
-72.9%
Valuation Premium vs History
+0.8% premium
PE vs Historical
6.4 vs 6.3
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+0.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$14.28
(+1%)
2-Year Target
$14.40
(+2%)
3-Year Target
$14.51
(+2%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 6→6)
PE COMPRESSION
$14.22
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.1, Growth: 28.4%)
$102.91
(+626%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 6.4, Growth: 28.4%)
$29.99
(+112%)
Bear:
(PE: 5.5, Growth: 28.4%)
$25.49
(+80%)
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
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Buys
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Sells
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BUY
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