MNST Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
MNST - Monster Beverage Corporation
$71.80
-0.03 (-0.05%)
▼
5d:
-2.92%
30d:
-15.83%
90d:
-7.13%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 27, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 14, 2026
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Strength: 5.9/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: MNST shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: MNST shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$97.97
Based on 8.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$60.83
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: MNST is currently trading at $71.80, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $73.89 to $82.97. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 27.9) compared to its historical average (33.8). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 6.2% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 66.6% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MNST is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $71.72. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: MNST has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $87.46 (+21.8%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MNST is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $71.72. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: MNST has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $87.46 (+21.8%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Fair Price Range
$73.89 -
$82.97
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 21.8% below Wall St target ($87.46)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$73.89 -
$82.97
Current vs Fair Value
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$71.72
Resistance Level
$78.58
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Mar 27, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
27.88
Wall Street Target
$87.46
(+21.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
17.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
66.6%
Profit Margin
23.0%
Valuation Discount vs History
-6.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
27.9 vs 33.8
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-6.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$67.38
(-6%)
2-Year Target
$63.20
(-12%)
3-Year Target
$59.28
(-18%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 28→34)
$71.88
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 27.9, Growth: 13.6%)
$105.21
(+47%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.4, Growth: 13.6%)
$84.54
(+18%)
Bear:
(PE: 19.0, Growth: 13.6%)
$71.86
(0%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (38x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (28x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 37.98 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.94
Bull Case
$107.67
(+46%)
Analyst growth 32.8%, PE expands to 41.8
Base Case
$97.88
(+32%)
Market implied 32.8%, PE stable at 38.0
Bear Case
$50.11
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 32.3
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 27.9 to 33.8
Stabilization Target:
$87.10
(+21.3%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+21.3%
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Last updated: March 30, 2026 10:14 AM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
1
Buys
4
Sells
Net
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