IDXX Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
IDXX - Idexx Laboratories Inc
$557.80
20.22 (3.76%)
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5d:
+0.52%
30d:
+1.27%
90d:
-1.21%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 03, 2026
30d
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: IDXX shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 4.8% decline. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: IDXX shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 4.8% decline. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$618.12
Based on 8.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$383.81
Trading above historical range
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: IDXX is currently trading at $557.80, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $544.28 to $567.74. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 33.8) compared to its historical average (39.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 4.8% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 17.2% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, IDXX is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $570.84. 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 3.8% recently.
Market Sentiment: IDXX has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (10th 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 $709.14 (+27.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, IDXX is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $570.84. 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 3.8% recently.
Market Sentiment: IDXX has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (10th 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 $709.14 (+27.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$544.28 -
$567.74
Company Quality Score
54/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
10th percentile
(LOW)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
63.5%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 10th percentile)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.8%)
- BULLISH: Trading 27.1% below Wall St target ($709.14)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$544.28 -
$567.74
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$31.55
(5.7%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$518.55
Resistance Level
$570.84
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jul 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
33.77
Wall Street Target
$709.14
(+27.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
14.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
17.2%
Profit Margin
24.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-4.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
33.8 vs 39.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-4.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$531.03
(-5%)
2-Year Target
$505.54
(-9%)
3-Year Target
$481.27
(-14%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 34→39)
$557.17
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 33.8, Growth: 12.9%)
$803.32
(+44%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 21.8, Growth: 12.9%)
$518.05
(-7%)
Bear:
(PE: 18.5, Growth: 12.9%)
$440.34
(-21%)
📈
Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (40x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (34x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 39.53 | Current EPS (TTM): $13.60
Bull Case
$718.12
(+29%)
Analyst growth 21.4%, PE expands to 43.5
Base Case
$652.84
(+17%)
Market implied 21.4%, PE stable at 39.5
Bear Case
$365.55
(-35%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 33.6
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
💡
Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 33.8 to 39.1
Stabilization Target:
$645.77
(+15.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+15.8%
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2
Buys
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Sells
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