NYT Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
NYT - New York Times Co.
$76.68
2.20 (2.95%)
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5d:
-0.84%
30d:
-3.52%
90d:
+3.58%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 18, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 06, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: NYT shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: NYT 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
$116.75
Based on 8.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$72.49
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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: NYT is currently trading at $76.68, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $77.17 to $81.14. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 24.0) is in line with its historical norms (25.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.5% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 80.0% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NYT is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $74.11, while resistance sits at $87.00.
Market Sentiment: NYT has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NYT is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $74.11, while resistance sits at $87.00.
Market Sentiment: NYT has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. 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
$77.17 -
$81.14
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
52.4%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($84.00)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$77.17 -
$81.14
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$74.11
Resistance Level
$87.00
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 18, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
24.03
Wall Street Target
$84.00
(+9.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
12.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
80.0%
Profit Margin
13.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
24.0 vs 25.9
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$74.76
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$72.89
(-5%)
3-Year Target
$71.07
(-7%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 24→26)
$76.60
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 24.0, Growth: 11.9%)
$107.32
(+40%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.1, Growth: 11.9%)
$98.70
(+29%)
Bear:
(PE: 18.8, Growth: 11.9%)
$83.90
(+9%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (32x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (24x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 31.97 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.33
Bull Case
$112.20
(+46%)
Analyst growth 36.9%, PE expands to 35.2
Base Case
$102.00
(+33%)
Market implied 36.9%, PE stable at 32.0
Bear Case
$50.65
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 27.2
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 24.0 to 25.9
Stabilization Target:
$82.64
(+7.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+7.8%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
3
Sells
Net
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