VAL Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
VAL - Valaris Limited
$58.69
0.76 (1.31%)
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5d:
+0.69%
30d:
+12.54%
90d:
+4.58%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Last Updated: February 3, 2026
Earnings: Feb 18, 2026
13d
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: VAL shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.9% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: VAL shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.9% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$39.97
Based on -6.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$24.82
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 15.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: VAL is currently trading at $58.69, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $51.72 to $57.03. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 16.4) is in line with its historical norms (15.5). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.9% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, VAL is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $60.45. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: VAL has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (14th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, VAL is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $60.45. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: VAL has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (14th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Fair Price Range
$51.72 -
$57.03
Company Quality Score
57/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
14th percentile
(COMPLACENCY WARNING)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
64.2%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 14th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Trading above Wall St target ($55.60)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 1.9% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$51.72 -
$57.03
Current vs Fair Value
EXTENDED
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$3.95
(6.7%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$53.60
Resistance Level
$60.45
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
16.42
Wall Street Target
$55.60
(-5.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-7.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
201.1%
Profit Margin
16.5%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.9% premium
PE vs Historical
16.4 vs 15.5
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$59.81
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$60.94
(+4%)
3-Year Target
$62.10
(+6%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 16→16)
PE COMPRESSION
$58.61
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.3, Growth: -16.1%)
$58.10
(+-1%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 16.4, Growth: -16.1%)
$42.79
(-27%)
Bear:
(PE: 14.0, Growth: -16.1%)
$36.37
(-38%)
📈
Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 10.36 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.59
Bull Case
$40.74
(-31%)
Analyst growth -36.1%, PE expands to 11.4
Base Case
$37.03
(-37%)
Market implied -36.1%, PE stable at 10.4
Bear Case
$39.39
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 8.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
Last updated: February 04, 2026 12:24 AM ET
Data refreshes hourly during market hours. Next update: 1:24 AM
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