FANG Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
FANG - Diamondback Energy, Inc.
$198.65
-3.19 (-1.58%)
▼
5d:
+3.58%
30d:
+14.11%
90d:
+35.77%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 30, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 04, 2026
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Strength: 4.6/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: FANG shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: FANG 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
$294.37
Based on 7.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$182.78
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 14.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: FANG is currently trading at $198.65, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $173.24 to $192.83. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 14.2) is in line with its historical norms (14.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.4% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 10.0% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FANG is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $182.33, while resistance sits at $204.91.
Market Sentiment: FANG has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FANG is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $182.33, while resistance sits at $204.91.
Market Sentiment: FANG has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. 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
EXTENDED
Fair Price Range
$173.24 -
$192.83
Company Quality Score
62/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($205.44)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$173.24 -
$192.83
Current vs Fair Value
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$182.33
Resistance Level
$204.91
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Mar 30, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.19
Wall Street Target
$205.44
(+1.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-9.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
10.0%
Profit Margin
11.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
14.2 vs 14.3
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$201.03
(0%)
2-Year Target
$200.23
(-1%)
3-Year Target
$199.43
(-1%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 14→14)
$201.01
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.4, Growth: 11.4%)
$440.46
(+118%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.2, Growth: 11.4%)
$278.97
(+38%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.1, Growth: 11.4%)
$237.12
(+18%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (34x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (14x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 33.54 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.74
Bull Case
$423.59
(+121%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 36.9
Base Case
$385.08
(+101%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 33.5
Bear Case
$130.93
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 28.5
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 14.2 to 14.3
Stabilization Target:
$203.45
(+0.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+0.8%
Share & Embed Analysis
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Sells
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