EYE Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
EYE - National Vision Holdings, Inc. Common Stock
$17.45
-0.27 (-1.52%)
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5d:
-24.0%
30d:
-29.84%
90d:
-38.16%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 15, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 13, 2026
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Strength: 10.0/10
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Bottom Line:
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: EYE is down 24.0% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: EYE is down 24.0% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$54.30
Based on 13.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$33.72
48.2% 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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: EYE is currently trading at $17.45, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $20.98 to $25.82. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 14.8) compared to its historical average (25.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 16.4% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 111.2% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, EYE is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $14.75, while resistance sits at $23.91.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $29.27 (+67.8%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, EYE is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $14.75, while resistance sits at $23.91.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $29.27 (+67.8%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$20.98 -
$25.82
Company Quality Score
51/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 67.8% below Wall St target ($29.27)
- WARNING: Recommendation downgraded due to -24.0% 5-day decline - wait for stabilization
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$20.98 -
$25.82
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$14.75
Resistance Level
$23.91
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
May 15, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.75
Wall Street Target
$29.27
(+67.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
6.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
111.2%
Profit Margin
2.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-16.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
14.8 vs 25.3
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Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-16.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$15.71
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$14.13
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$12.72
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15→25)
$21.82
(+25%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.1, Growth: 22.2%)
$47.63
(+173%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.7, Growth: 22.2%)
$31.83
(+82%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.5, Growth: 22.2%)
$27.05
(+55%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (31x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 30.61 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.57
Bull Case
$38.39
(+120%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 33.7
Base Case
$34.90
(+100%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 30.6
Bear Case
$11.87
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 26.0
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 14.7 to 25.3
Stabilization Target:
$29.93
(+71.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+71.5%
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Sells
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