MAN Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
MAN - ManpowerGroup
$28.42
-0.39 (-1.35%)
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5d:
+6.76%
30d:
+1.86%
90d:
-2.6%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 27, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 16, 2026
16d
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: MAN appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -5.8% annual earnings decline despite 34% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: MAN appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -5.8% annual earnings decline despite 34% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$66.36
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$41.21
31.0% 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 7.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: MAN is currently trading at $28.42, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $26.33 to $28.60. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 5.8) compared to its historical average (7.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.8% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 33.8% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MAN is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $25.72, while resistance sits at $29.32.
Market Sentiment: MAN 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 $38.89 (+36.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MAN is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $25.72, while resistance sits at $29.32.
Market Sentiment: MAN 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 $38.89 (+36.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Fair Price Range
$26.33 -
$28.60
Company Quality Score
55/100
(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 36.8% below Wall St target ($38.89)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$26.33 -
$28.60
Current vs Fair Value
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$25.72
Resistance Level
$29.33
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Mar 27, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
5.84
Wall Street Target
$38.89
(+36.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
7.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
33.8%
Profit Margin
-0.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-5.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
5.8 vs 7.0
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-5.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$26.77
(-6%)
2-Year Target
$25.22
(-11%)
3-Year Target
$23.76
(-16%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 6→7)
$28.49
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.4, Growth: 32.5%)
$253.81
(+793%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 5.8, Growth: 32.5%)
$66.15
(+133%)
Bear:
(PE: 5.0, Growth: 32.5%)
$56.23
(+98%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 5.8 to 7.0
Stabilization Target:
$34.08
(+19.9%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+19.9%
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