BRC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
BRC - Brady Corporation
$86.47
0.91 (1.06%)
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BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Last Updated: January 30, 2026
Earnings: Feb 20, 2026
18d
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: BRC shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.2% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: BRC shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.2% 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
$117.09
Based on 6.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$72.71
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 15.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: BRC is currently trading at $86.47, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $80.21 to $84.97. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 15.7) is in line with its historical norms (15.6). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.2% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, BRC is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $87.06. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: BRC 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 (6th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $96.00 (+11.0%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, BRC is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $87.06. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: BRC 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 (6th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $96.00 (+11.0%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Fair Price Range
$80.21 -
$84.97
Company Quality Score
67/100
(BUY)
Options IV Signal
6th percentile
(COMPLACENCY WARNING)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
68.1%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 6th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($96.00)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 0.2% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$80.21 -
$84.97
Current vs Fair Value
EXTENDED
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$2.56
(3.0%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$83.52
Resistance Level
$87.06
Current Trend
Uptrend
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.74
Wall Street Target
$96.00
(+11.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
7.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
16.7%
Profit Margin
12.7%
Valuation Premium vs History
+0.2% premium
PE vs Historical
15.7 vs 15.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+0.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$86.64
(+0%)
2-Year Target
$86.82
(+0%)
3-Year Target
$86.99
(+1%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 16→16)
PE COMPRESSION
$86.24
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.3, Growth: 8.9%)
$158.34
(+83%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.7, Growth: 8.9%)
$111.73
(+29%)
Bear:
(PE: 13.4, Growth: 8.9%)
$94.97
(+10%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (21x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (16x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 20.77 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.10
Bull Case
$125.55
(+45%)
Analyst growth 34.0%, PE expands to 22.9
Base Case
$114.13
(+32%)
Market implied 34.0%, PE stable at 20.8
Bear Case
$57.91
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 17.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
Last updated: February 01, 2026 5:58 AM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
3
Sells
Net
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