A Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
A - Agilent Technologies Inc.
$115.48
0.94 (0.82%)
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5d:
+1.76%
30d:
-4.2%
90d:
-15.13%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Apr 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 27, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: A trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -5.2% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: A trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -5.2% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$188.24
Based on 7.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$116.88
1.2% 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 20.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: A is currently trading at $115.48, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $111.38 to $120.03. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 17.4) compared to its historical average (20.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.2% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, A is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $117.32. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: A has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $163.19 (+42.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, A is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $117.32. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: A has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $163.19 (+42.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Fair Price Range
$111.38 -
$120.03
Company Quality Score
60/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
83.3%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 42.5% below Wall St target ($163.19)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$111.38 -
$120.03
Current vs Fair Value
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$109.90
Resistance Level
$117.32
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Apr 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
17.43
Wall Street Target
$163.19
(+42.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
7.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-3.6%
Profit Margin
18.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-5.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
17.4 vs 20.4
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-5.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$108.58
(-5%)
2-Year Target
$102.94
(-10%)
3-Year Target
$97.58
(-15%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 17→20)
$114.20
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.4, Growth: 10.1%)
$195.90
(+71%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 17.4, Growth: 10.1%)
$152.80
(+33%)
Bear:
(PE: 14.8, Growth: 10.1%)
$129.88
(+13%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (25x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (17x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 24.57 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.53
Bull Case
$177.30
(+58%)
Analyst growth 44.8%, PE expands to 27.0
Base Case
$161.18
(+44%)
Market implied 44.8%, PE stable at 24.6
Bear Case
$75.68
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 20.9
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 17.4 to 20.4
Stabilization Target:
$134.04
(+17.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+17.0%
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