PAG Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
PAG - Penske Automotive Group, Inc.
$169.06
2.48 (1.49%)
▲
5d:
-1.49%
30d:
+8.98%
90d:
-4.62%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 29, 2026
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Smart Money Distribution
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Strength: 6.1/10
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: PAG shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.2% growth. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: PAG shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.2% growth. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$203.49
Based on 4.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$126.35
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 11.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: PAG is currently trading at $169.06, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $155.30 to $169.73. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 12.0) is in line with its historical norms (11.6). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.2% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PAG is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $164.46. 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 (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (11th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PAG is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $164.46. 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 (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (11th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$155.30 -
$169.73
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
11th percentile
(COMPLACENCY WARNING)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
70.8%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 11th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($185.78)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 1.2% growth with -1.1% revenue growth
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$155.30 -
$169.73
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$7.01
(4.1%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$164.46
Resistance Level
$174.62
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
May 14, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
12.01
Wall Street Target
$185.78
(+9.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-1.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-7.8%
Profit Margin
2.9%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.2% premium
PE vs Historical
12.0 vs 11.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$171.09
(+1%)
2-Year Target
$173.14
(+2%)
3-Year Target
$175.22
(+4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 12→12)
PE COMPRESSION
$169.25
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.0, Growth: 5.0%)
$359.38
(+113%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 12.0, Growth: 5.0%)
$195.82
(+16%)
Bear:
(PE: 10.2, Growth: 5.0%)
$166.45
(-2%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (12x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (12x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 12.04 | Current EPS (TTM): $13.83
Bull Case
$186.52
(+10%)
Analyst growth 1.8%, PE expands to 13.3
Base Case
$169.56
(+0%)
Market implied 1.8%, PE stable at 12.0
Bear Case
$113.27
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 10.2
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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