PLAB Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
PLAB - Photronics Inc
$34.57
-0.71 (-2.01%)
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BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Last Updated: January 30, 2026
Earnings: Feb 25, 2026
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1 traders called PLAB this week
100% bullish • 0 bearish
100% bullish • 0 bearish
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: PLAB shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.3% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: PLAB shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.3% 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
$44.34
Based on 5.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$27.53
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 15.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: PLAB is currently trading at $34.57, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $32.83 to $35.28. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 15.6) is in line with its historical norms (15.0). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.3% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PLAB is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $33.33, while resistance sits at $38.45.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $42.00 (+21.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PLAB is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $33.33, while resistance sits at $38.45.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $42.00 (+21.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Fair Price Range
$32.83 -
$35.28
Company Quality Score
61/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
73.3%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 21.5% below Wall St target ($42.00)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 1.3% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$32.83 -
$35.28
Current vs Fair Value
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$33.33
Resistance Level
$38.45
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.57
Wall Street Target
$42.00
(+21.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-3.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
98.4%
Profit Margin
16.1%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.3% premium
PE vs Historical
15.6 vs 15.0
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$35.02
(+1%)
2-Year Target
$35.47
(+3%)
3-Year Target
$35.94
(+4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 16→15)
PE COMPRESSION
$34.62
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.3, Growth: 7.8%)
$61.96
(+79%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.6, Growth: 7.8%)
$43.27
(+25%)
Bear:
(PE: 13.2, Growth: 7.8%)
$36.78
(+6%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (16x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (16x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 15.76 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.28
Bull Case
$38.49
(+11%)
Analyst growth -2.6%, PE expands to 17.3
Base Case
$34.99
(+1%)
Market implied -2.6%, PE stable at 15.8
Bear Case
$24.44
(-29%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 13.4
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
Last updated: February 01, 2026 5:25 AM ET
Data refreshes hourly during market hours. Next update: 6:25 AM
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Technical Signals Check
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
5
Sells
Net
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