LPLA Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
LPLA - LPL Financial Holdings Inc.
$295.18
1.91 (0.65%)
▲
5d:
+6.44%
30d:
+8.31%
90d:
+2.04%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
25d
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: LPLA trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -5.1% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: LPLA trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -5.1% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$648.05
Based on 13.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$402.39
26.6% 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 12.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: LPLA is currently trading at $295.18, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $274.10 to $295.21. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 10.3) compared to its historical average (12.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.1% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 4.5% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LPLA is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $292.52. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: LPLA has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $411.36 (+39.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LPLA is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $292.52. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: LPLA has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $411.36 (+39.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$274.10 -
$295.21
Company Quality Score
57/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
83.3%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 39.4% below Wall St target ($411.36)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$274.10 -
$295.21
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$260.15
Resistance Level
$292.52
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.31
Wall Street Target
$411.36
(+39.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
35.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
4.5%
Profit Margin
5.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-5.1% cheaper
PE vs Historical
10.3 vs 12.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-5.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$280.13
(-5%)
2-Year Target
$265.84
(-10%)
3-Year Target
$252.28
(-15%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→12)
$296.02
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 23.1%)
$1163.52
(+294%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 10.3, Growth: 23.1%)
$550.89
(+87%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.8, Growth: 23.1%)
$468.25
(+59%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (26x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 26.40 | Current EPS (TTM): $11.11
Bull Case
$645.19
(+119%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 29.0
Base Case
$586.54
(+99%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 26.4
Bear Case
$199.42
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 22.4
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 10.3 to 12.1
Stabilization Target:
$346.36
(+17.3%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+17.3%
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Last updated: July 04, 2026 5:37 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
1
Buys
6
Sells
Net
INSIDERS SELLING
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SELL
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SELL
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