NTAP Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

NTAP - NetApp, Inc

COMPUTER STORAGE DEVICES
$96.35
-1.98 (-2.01%) ▼
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
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Last Updated: January 30, 2026
Earnings: Feb 26, 2026 25d

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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: NTAP 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
$150.68
Based on 6.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$93.56
Trading above fair value

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 13.2x Exit PE.

In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: NTAP is currently trading at $96.35, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $99.31 to $109.18. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 11.5) compared to its historical average (13.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 4.5% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 6.3% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.

Technical Outlook: Technically, NTAP is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $93.69. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.

Market Sentiment: NTAP 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 $122.81 (+24.9%). 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
Fair Price Range $99.31 - $109.18
Company Quality Score 57/100 (HOLD)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 57.1%

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All Signals

  • BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
  • BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • BULLISH: Trading 24.9% below Wall St target ($122.81)

Fair Price Analysis

30-Day Fair Range $99.31 - $109.18
Current vs Fair Value OVERSOLD

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $93.69
Resistance Level $109.35
Current Trend Strong Downtrend

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 11.52
Wall Street Target $122.81 (+24.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) 2.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY) 6.3%
Profit Margin 17.7%
Valuation Discount vs History -4.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical 11.5 vs 13.2 CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): -4.5% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $93.91 (-5%)
2-Year Target $89.68 (-9%)
3-Year Target $85.64 (-13%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 12→13) $98.12 (0%)
3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull: (PE: 22.3, Growth: 8.0%) $239.92 (+144%)
Base: (SPY PE: 11.5, Growth: 8.0%) $123.96 (+26%)
Bear: (PE: 9.8, Growth: 8.0%) $105.37 (+7%)
📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (17x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (12x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 17.30 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.74
Bull Case $162.45 (+69%)
Analyst growth 48.7%, PE expands to 19.0
Base Case $147.68 (+53%)
Market implied 48.7%, PE stable at 17.3
Bear Case $67.54 (-30%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 14.7
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 11.5 to 13.2
Stabilization Target: $112.65 (+14.6%)
PE Expansion Potential: +14.6%
Last updated: January 31, 2026 1:46 AM ET
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