NTAP Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
NTAP - NetApp, Inc
$119.93
0.00 (0.00%)
▲
5d:
+1.64%
30d:
+15.67%
90d:
+17.1%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 15, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 28, 2026
9d
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Strength: 3.2/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: NTAP is fairly valued with market pricing in 3.9% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
📊 HOLD: NTAP is fairly valued with market pricing in 3.9% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$140.10
Based on 5.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$86.99
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 12.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: NTAP is currently trading at $119.93, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $101.08 to $115.62. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 14.1) compared to its historical average (12.6). At these levels, the market is pricing in 3.9% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NTAP is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $123.47. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: NTAP has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NTAP is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $123.47. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: NTAP has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. 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
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$101.08 -
$115.62
Company Quality Score
64/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
58.1%
Protect Your Profits
NTAP is technically overbought (RSI 70). Consider hedging now to protect against a potential pullback while keeping your upside.
View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($117.13)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 3.9% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$101.08 -
$115.62
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$110.27
Resistance Level
$123.47
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 15, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.06
Wall Street Target
$117.13
(-2.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
4.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
16.0%
Profit Margin
18.1%
Valuation Premium vs History
+3.9% premium
PE vs Historical
14.1 vs 12.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+3.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$124.61
(+4%)
2-Year Target
$129.47
(+8%)
3-Year Target
$134.52
(+12%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 14→13)
PE COMPRESSION
$120.55
(+1%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.1, Growth: 6.9%)
$230.08
(+92%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.1, Growth: 6.9%)
$146.58
(+22%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.0, Growth: 6.9%)
$124.59
(+4%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (20x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (14x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 20.12 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.96
Bull Case
$188.80
(+57%)
Analyst growth 43.1%, PE expands to 22.1
Base Case
$171.64
(+43%)
Market implied 43.1%, PE stable at 20.1
Bear Case
$81.55
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 17.1
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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1
Buys
6
Sells
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