SLGN Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
SLGN - Silgan Holdings Inc
$36.63
-1.96 (-5.08%)
▼
5d:
-9.02%
30d:
-10.24%
90d:
-24.71%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 15, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 29, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: SLGN shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: SLGN 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
$56.96
Based on 5.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$35.37
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 10.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: SLGN is currently trading at $36.63, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $38.87 to $41.23. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 9.0) compared to its historical average (10.6). 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, SLGN is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $37.53. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 5.1% recently.
Market Sentiment: SLGN has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $53.17 (+45.1%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SLGN is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $37.53. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 5.1% recently.
Market Sentiment: SLGN has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $53.17 (+45.1%). 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
$38.87 -
$41.23
Company Quality Score
49/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
52.4%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-5.1%)
- BULLISH: Trading 45.1% below Wall St target ($53.17)
- CAUTION: 5-day price weakness (-9.0%) - monitor closely
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$38.87 -
$41.23
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$37.53
Resistance Level
$41.31
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
May 15, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
8.97
Wall Street Target
$53.17
(+45.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
6.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-5.2%
Profit Margin
4.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-5.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
9.0 vs 10.6
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-5.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$34.65
(-5%)
2-Year Target
$32.78
(-11%)
3-Year Target
$31.01
(-15%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9→11)
$36.65
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.1, Growth: 7.3%)
$111.22
(+204%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.0, Growth: 7.3%)
$45.20
(+23%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.6, Growth: 7.3%)
$38.42
(+5%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (14x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (9x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 14.45 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.67
Bull Case
$64.93
(+77%)
Analyst growth 53.0%, PE expands to 15.9
Base Case
$59.02
(+61%)
Market implied 53.0%, PE stable at 14.5
Bear Case
$26.24
(-28%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 12.3
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 9.0 to 10.6
Stabilization Target:
$43.29
(+18.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+18.2%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: May 15, 2026 9:28 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
2
Sells
Net
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