IEX Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
IEX - IDEX Corporation
$208.78
3.17 (1.54%)
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5d:
+0.52%
30d:
+1.04%
90d:
+1.03%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 29, 2026
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Bottom Line:
🚀 STRONG BUY: IEX shows excellent value with unusually cheap options (IV 20th percentile) and market pricing in only 0.3% annual growth despite strong fundamentals. High conviction opportunity.
🚀 STRONG BUY: IEX shows excellent value with unusually cheap options (IV 20th percentile) and market pricing in only 0.3% annual growth despite strong fundamentals. High conviction opportunity.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$280.36
Based on 6.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$174.08
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 22.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: IEX is currently trading at $208.78, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $204.13 to $214.59. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 22.6) is in line with its historical norms (22.4). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.3% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, IEX is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $203.45. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (20th 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 $237.71 (+13.9%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, IEX is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $203.45. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (20th 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 $237.71 (+13.9%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$204.13 -
$214.59
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
20th percentile
(LOW)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
76.5%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 20th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($237.71)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 0.3% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$204.13 -
$214.59
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$7.61
(3.6%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$203.45
Resistance Level
$218.38
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
22.63
Wall Street Target
$237.71
(+13.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
8.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
27.8%
Profit Margin
14.4%
Valuation Premium vs History
+0.3% premium
PE vs Historical
22.6 vs 22.4
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+0.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$209.41
(+0%)
2-Year Target
$210.03
(+1%)
3-Year Target
$210.66
(+1%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 23→22)
PE COMPRESSION
$208.55
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.6, Growth: 8.6%)
$267.49
(+28%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.0, Growth: 8.6%)
$259.95
(+25%)
Bear:
(PE: 18.7, Growth: 8.6%)
$220.96
(+6%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (30x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (23x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 30.42 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.76
Bull Case
$308.70
(+48%)
Analyst growth 36.5%, PE expands to 33.5
Base Case
$280.64
(+34%)
Market implied 36.5%, PE stable at 30.4
Bear Case
$139.81
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 25.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Last updated: May 22, 2026 6:49 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
1
Buys
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Sells
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Net
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