PRK Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
PRK - Park National Corporation
$163.84
-3.64 (-2.17%)
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5d:
-5.43%
30d:
-3.89%
90d:
-6.17%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 15, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 24, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: PRK shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: PRK shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$217.22
Based on 4.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$134.88
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 13.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: PRK is currently trading at $163.84, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $168.65 to $174.55. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 12.8) is in line with its historical norms (13.8). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.4% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PRK is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $162.90. 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 $184.00 (+12.3%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PRK is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $162.90. 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 $184.00 (+12.3%). 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
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$168.65 -
$174.55
Company Quality Score
44/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
77.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($184.00)
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -5.4% 5-day decline
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$168.65 -
$174.55
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$162.90
Resistance Level
$177.15
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 15, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
12.82
Wall Street Target
$184.00
(+12.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
21.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-8.1%
Profit Margin
31.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
12.8 vs 13.8
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$159.91
(-2%)
2-Year Target
$156.07
(-5%)
3-Year Target
$152.32
(-7%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 13→14)
$164.01
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.1, Growth: 4.5%)
$322.18
(+97%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 12.8, Growth: 4.5%)
$187.10
(+14%)
Bear:
(PE: 10.9, Growth: 4.5%)
$159.03
(-3%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (15x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (13x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 15.37 | Current EPS (TTM): $10.90
Bull Case
$216.06
(+32%)
Analyst growth 17.3%, PE expands to 16.9
Base Case
$196.42
(+20%)
Market implied 17.3%, PE stable at 15.4
Bear Case
$113.89
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 13.1
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 12.8 to 13.8
Stabilization Target:
$176.41
(+7.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+7.7%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: May 15, 2026 10:26 PM ET
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