MMS Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
MMS - MAXIMUS, Inc.
$65.15
0.06 (0.09%)
▲
5d:
-4.92%
30d:
-13.83%
90d:
-25.0%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 27, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 14, 2026
Smart Money Accumulation
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Strength: 7.4/10
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: MMS appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -9.9% annual earnings decline despite 146% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: MMS appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -9.9% annual earnings decline despite 146% 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
$116.72
Based on 5.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$72.47
10.1% 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 9.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: MMS is currently trading at $65.15, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $68.35 to $76.17. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 7.1) compared to its historical average (9.8). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 9.9% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 146.5% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MMS is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $64.66. 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 (28th 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 $110.00 (+69.0%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MMS is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $64.66. 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 (28th 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 $110.00 (+69.0%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Fair Price Range
$68.35 -
$76.17
Company Quality Score
54/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
28th percentile
(LOW)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
83.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 28th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 69.0% below Wall St target ($110.00)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$68.35 -
$76.17
Current vs Fair Value
OVERSOLD
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$4.23
(6.5%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$64.66
Resistance Level
$73.36
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Mar 30, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
7.14
Wall Street Target
$110.00
(+69.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-4.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
146.5%
Profit Margin
6.9%
Valuation Discount vs History
-9.9% cheaper
PE vs Historical
7.1 vs 9.8
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-9.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$58.65
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$52.84
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$47.61
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 7→10)
$65.34
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.4, Growth: 7.0%)
$250.45
(+285%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 7.1, Growth: 7.0%)
$79.84
(+23%)
Bear:
(PE: 6.1, Growth: 7.0%)
$67.87
(+4%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (10x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (7x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 10.49 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.52
Bull Case
$105.17
(+54%)
Analyst growth 39.8%, PE expands to 11.5
Base Case
$95.61
(+40%)
Market implied 39.8%, PE stable at 10.5
Bear Case
$46.51
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 8.9
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 7.1 to 9.8
Stabilization Target:
$89.33
(+37.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+37.2%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: March 30, 2026 11:46 AM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
4
Buys
2
Sells
+
Net
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