NDSN Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
NDSN - Nordson Corp
$280.28
1.35 (0.48%)
▲
5d:
-1.36%
30d:
+1.92%
90d:
-4.88%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 20, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: NDSN shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.6% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: NDSN shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.6% 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
$366.23
Based on 5.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$227.40
Trading above historical range
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 22.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: NDSN is currently trading at $280.28, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $274.46 to $285.13. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 22.7) is in line with its historical norms (22.3). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.6% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NDSN is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $277.96. 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $310.50 (+10.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NDSN is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $277.96. 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $310.50 (+10.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$274.46 -
$285.13
Company Quality Score
57/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
71.0%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($310.50)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 0.6% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$274.46 -
$285.13
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$277.96
Resistance Level
$290.02
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 14, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
22.72
Wall Street Target
$310.50
(+10.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
8.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
44.2%
Profit Margin
18.4%
Valuation Premium vs History
+0.6% premium
PE vs Historical
22.7 vs 22.3
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+0.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$281.96
(+1%)
2-Year Target
$283.65
(+1%)
3-Year Target
$285.36
(+2%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 23→22)
PE COMPRESSION
$280.05
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.7, Growth: 7.8%)
$350.69
(+25%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.0, Growth: 7.8%)
$340.16
(+21%)
Bear:
(PE: 18.7, Growth: 7.8%)
$289.14
(+3%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (30x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (23x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 30.22 | Current EPS (TTM): $9.23
Bull Case
$410.04
(+46%)
Analyst growth 33.6%, PE expands to 33.2
Base Case
$372.77
(+33%)
Market implied 33.6%, PE stable at 30.2
Bear Case
$189.67
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 25.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
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Sells
Net
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