NWPX Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
NWPX - NWPX Infrastructure, Inc. Common Stock
$110.80
-2.73 (-2.40%)
▼
5d:
-1.53%
30d:
+38.5%
90d:
+48.39%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 15, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 06, 2026
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Smart Money Distribution
NWPX is up 3.7% this week, but smart money is buying puts. Top strike: $95 2026-07-17 with 22 OI. Put ratio: 63% View Scanner →
Strength: 3.1/10
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: NWPX shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 9.5% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: NWPX shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 9.5% 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
$100.89
Based on 3.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$62.65
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 17.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: NWPX is currently trading at $110.80, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $82.20 to $108.85. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 22.7) compared to its historical average (17.3). At these levels, the market is pricing in 9.5% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NWPX is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $102.73, while resistance sits at $114.27.
Market Sentiment: NWPX has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $99.00. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NWPX is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $102.73, while resistance sits at $114.27.
Market Sentiment: NWPX has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $99.00. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$82.20 -
$108.85
Company Quality Score
62/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
61.5%
Protect Your Profits
NWPX is technically overbought (RSI 71). Consider hedging now to protect against a potential pullback while keeping your upside.
View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Trading 10.6% above Wall St target ($99.00)
- NEUTRAL: PE elevated vs history but 9.5% growth expectation is conservative given 177% recent growth
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$82.20 -
$108.85
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$6.13
(5.5%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$102.74
Resistance Level
$114.27
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 15, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
22.73
Wall Street Target
$99.00
(-10.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
19.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
176.9%
Profit Margin
7.7%
Valuation Premium vs History
+9.5% premium
PE vs Historical
22.7 vs 17.3
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+9.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$121.33
(+10%)
2-Year Target
$132.85
(+20%)
3-Year Target
$145.47
(+31%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 23→17)
PE COMPRESSION
$110.73
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.7, Growth: 3.3%)
$122.08
(+10%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.1, Growth: 3.3%)
$118.54
(+7%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.3, Growth: 3.3%)
$92.92
(-16%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (27x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (23x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 26.71 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.25
Bull Case
$143.25
(+29%)
Analyst growth 14.7%, PE expands to 29.4
Base Case
$130.23
(+18%)
Market implied 14.7%, PE stable at 26.7
Bear Case
$77.20
(-30%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 22.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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0
Buys
11
Sells
Net
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