HUM Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
HUM - Humana Inc.
$198.23
6.08 (3.16%)
▲
5d:
+8.53%
30d:
+21.12%
90d:
-28.4%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Apr 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 29, 2026
14d
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Strength: 4.2/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: HUM shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: HUM 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
$477.60
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$296.55
33.2% 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 16.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: HUM is currently trading at $198.23, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $166.62 to $187.49. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 13.0) compared to its historical average (16.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 6.8% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HUM is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $203.50. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: HUM 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, HUM is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $203.50. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: HUM 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
$166.62 -
$187.49
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 (+5.7% above fair value)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.2%)
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($212.08)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$166.62 -
$187.49
Current vs Fair Value
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$164.50
Resistance Level
$203.50
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Apr 13, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
13.01
Wall Street Target
$212.08
(+7.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
11.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-59.3%
Profit Margin
0.9%
Valuation Discount vs History
-6.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
13.0 vs 16.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-6.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$184.75
(-7%)
2-Year Target
$172.19
(-13%)
3-Year Target
$160.48
(-19%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 13→16)
$198.55
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.6, Growth: 68.3%)
$1057.54
(+434%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 13.0, Growth: 68.3%)
$669.03
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.1, Growth: 68.3%)
$568.67
(+187%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (20x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (13x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 19.53 | Current EPS (TTM): $9.84
Bull Case
$327.21
(+65%)
Analyst growth 54.8%, PE expands to 21.5
Base Case
$297.46
(+50%)
Market implied 54.8%, PE stable at 19.5
Bear Case
$130.66
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 16.6
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 13.0 to 16.1
Stabilization Target:
$245.25
(+23.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+23.7%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: April 13, 2026 7:19 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
1
Buys
1
Sells
0
Net
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