ITRI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ITRI - Itron Inc
$83.88
-1.72 (-2.01%)
▼
5d:
-10.19%
30d:
-10.72%
90d:
-13.04%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 30, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 07, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: ITRI shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: ITRI 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
$162.55
Based on 9.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$100.93
16.9% 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 15.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ITRI is currently trading at $83.88, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $90.99 to $96.81. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 12.2) compared to its historical average (15.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 7.6% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 73.6% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ITRI is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $85.11. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: ITRI 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 $136.80 (+63.1%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ITRI is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $85.11. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: ITRI 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 $136.80 (+63.1%). 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
FAIR
Fair Price Range
$90.99 -
$96.81
Company Quality Score
50/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
50.0%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 63.1% below Wall St target ($136.80)
- CAUTION: 5-day price weakness (-10.2%) - monitor closely
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$90.99 -
$96.81
Current vs Fair Value
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$85.12
Resistance Level
$95.18
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Mar 30, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
12.19
Wall Street Target
$136.80
(+63.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-6.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
73.6%
Profit Margin
12.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-7.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical
12.2 vs 15.4
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-7.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$77.51
(-8%)
2-Year Target
$71.61
(-15%)
3-Year Target
$66.17
(-21%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 12→15)
$83.56
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.4, Growth: 14.0%)
$227.77
(+172%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 12.2, Growth: 14.0%)
$124.28
(+48%)
Bear:
(PE: 10.4, Growth: 14.0%)
$105.64
(+26%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (14x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (12x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 14.04 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.50
Bull Case
$106.25
(+14%)
Analyst growth 5.8%, PE expands to 15.5
Base Case
$96.59
(+3%)
Market implied 5.8%, PE stable at 14.0
Bear Case
$62.07
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 11.9
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 12.2 to 15.4
Stabilization Target:
$105.93
(+26.3%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+26.3%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: March 31, 2026 6:16 AM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
20
Sells
Net
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