BSY Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
BSY - Bentley Systems, Incorporated Class B Common Stock
$32.26
-0.06 (-0.20%)
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5d:
-8.42%
30d:
-6.72%
90d:
-13.64%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Apr 28, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 07, 2026
7d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: BSY shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: BSY 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
$61.49
Based on 9.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$38.18
15.5% 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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: BSY is currently trading at $32.26, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $33.01 to $36.14. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 20.5) compared to its historical average (26.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 7.5% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 16.9% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, BSY is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $32.12. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: BSY 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 $47.14 (+45.9%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, BSY is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $32.12. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: BSY 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 $47.14 (+45.9%). 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
Historical Trading Range
$33.01 -
$36.14
Company Quality Score
54/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 45.9% below Wall St target ($47.14)
- CAUTION: 5-day price weakness (-8.4%) - monitor closely
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$33.01 -
$36.14
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$32.12
Resistance Level
$36.13
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Apr 28, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
20.53
Wall Street Target
$47.14
(+45.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
11.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
16.9%
Profit Margin
18.5%
Valuation Discount vs History
-7.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
20.5 vs 26.0
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-7.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$29.90
(-8%)
2-Year Target
$27.65
(-14%)
3-Year Target
$25.58
(-21%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 21→26)
$32.40
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.6, Growth: 14.8%)
$49.12
(+52%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.5, Growth: 14.8%)
$48.92
(+51%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.4, Growth: 14.8%)
$41.58
(+29%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (39x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (21x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 38.62 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.85
Bull Case
$66.89
(+107%)
Analyst growth 85.2%, PE expands to 42.5
Base Case
$60.81
(+88%)
Market implied 85.2%, PE stable at 38.6
Bear Case
$22.32
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 32.8
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 20.5 to 26.0
Stabilization Target:
$40.93
(+26.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+26.7%
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Last updated: April 29, 2026 10:00 AM ET
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