MEDP Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

MEDP - Medpace Holdings, Inc. Common Stock

SERVICES-COMMERCIAL PHYSICAL & BIOLOGICAL RESEARCH
$582.48
-10.59 (-1.79%) ▼
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Last Updated: January 30, 2026
Earnings: Feb 09, 2026 7d

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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: MEDP shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.0% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.

Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$567.87
Based on 6.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$352.61
Trading above fair value

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: MEDP is currently trading at $582.48, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $576.78 to $611.90. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 35.3) is in line with its historical norms (35.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.0% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.

Technical Outlook: Technically, MEDP is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $578.84. 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. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position SLIGHTLY LOW
Fair Price Range $576.78 - $611.90
Company Quality Score 61/100 (BUY)
Options IV Signal 49th percentile (NORMAL)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 72.7%

All Signals

  • BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
  • NEUTRAL: Options fairly priced (IV 49th percentile)
  • NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • BEARISH: Trading above Wall St target ($545.75)
  • NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 0.0% annual earnings growth - fairly valued

Fair Price Analysis

30-Day Fair Range $576.78 - $611.90
Current vs Fair Value SLIGHTLY LOW
Expected Move (7 Days) ±$47.66 (8.2%)

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $578.84
Resistance Level $628.92
Current Trend Strong Uptrend

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 35.27
Wall Street Target $545.75 (-6.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) 23.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY) 28.2%
Profit Margin 18.4%
PE vs Historical 35.3 vs 35.2 FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): 0% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $582.48 (0%)
2-Year Target $582.48 (0%)
3-Year Target $582.48 (0%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 35→35) PE COMPRESSION $581.29 (0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull: (PE: 35.3, Growth: 9.2%) $759.05 (+30%)
Base: (SPY PE: 22.3, Growth: 9.2%) $479.89 (-18%)
Bear: (PE: 19.0, Growth: 9.2%) $407.91 (-30%)
📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (42x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (35x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 41.84 | Current EPS (TTM): $14.29
Bull Case $760.06 (+31%)
Analyst growth 15.6%, PE expands to 46.0
Base Case $690.96 (+19%)
Market implied 15.6%, PE stable at 41.8
Bear Case $406.58 (-30%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 35.6
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
Last updated: February 01, 2026 4:48 AM ET
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