PUBM Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
PUBM - PubMatic, Inc. Class A Common Stock
$7.26
-0.19 (-2.55%)
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HOLD
LOW Confidence
Last Updated: January 30, 2026
Earnings: Feb 26, 2026
24d
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Strength: 6.0/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: PUBM shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: PUBM shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: PUBM is currently trading at $7.26, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $7.60 to $8.79. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 48.4) compared to its historical average (57.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.4% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PUBM is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $7.22. 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. 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $12.17 (+67.6%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PUBM is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $7.22. 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. 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $12.17 (+67.6%). 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
Fair Price Range
$7.60 -
$8.79
Company Quality Score
55/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
83.5%
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- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 67.6% below Wall St target ($12.17)
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -6.1% 5-day decline
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$7.60 -
$8.79
Current vs Fair Value
OVERSOLD
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$0.58
(8.0%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$7.22
Resistance Level
$7.96
Current Trend
Downtrend
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
48.40
Wall Street Target
$12.17
(+67.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-5.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-22.7%
Profit Margin
-2.5%
Valuation Discount vs History
-5.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
48.4 vs 57.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-5.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$6.87
(-5%)
2-Year Target
$6.50
(-11%)
3-Year Target
$6.15
(-15%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 48→57)
$7.25
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 48.4, Growth: -30.2%)
$5.29
(+-27%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.3, Growth: -30.2%)
$2.44
(-66%)
Bear:
(PE: 19.0, Growth: -30.2%)
$2.07
(-72%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 48.4 to 57.1
Stabilization Target:
$8.56
(+18.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+18.0%
Last updated: February 01, 2026 1:29 AM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
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Sells
Net
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