SOTK Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
SOTK - Sono-Tek Corporation Common Stock
$4.11
-0.27 (-6.16%)
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BUY
HIGH Confidence
Last Updated: January 30, 2026
Earnings: Jan 20, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: SOTK trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -7.5% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: SOTK trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -7.5% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: SOTK is currently trading at $4.11, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $4.04 to $4.24. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 36.5) compared to its historical average (46.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 7.5% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 14.9% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SOTK is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $3.77, while resistance sits at $4.41. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 6.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: SOTK has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $6.38 (+45.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SOTK is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $3.77, while resistance sits at $4.41. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 6.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: SOTK has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $6.38 (+45.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Fair Price Range
$4.04 -
$4.24
Company Quality Score
56/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
78.6%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-6.2%)
- BULLISH: Trading 45.5% below Wall St target ($6.38)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$4.04 -
$4.24
Current vs Fair Value
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$3.77
Resistance Level
$4.41
Current Trend
Downtrend
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
36.50
Wall Street Target
$6.38
(+45.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-3.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
14.9%
Profit Margin
7.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-7.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
36.5 vs 46.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-7.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$4.05
(-8%)
2-Year Target
$3.75
(-14%)
3-Year Target
$3.47
(-21%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 37→46)
$4.38
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 36.5, Growth: 20.0%)
$7.57
(+73%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.3, Growth: 20.0%)
$4.62
(+6%)
Bear:
(PE: 19.0, Growth: 20.0%)
$3.93
(-10%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (43x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (37x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 43.00 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.10
Bull Case
$5.68
(+38%)
Analyst growth 20.0%, PE expands to 47.3
Base Case
$5.16
(+26%)
Market implied 20.0%, PE stable at 43.0
Bear Case
$2.92
(-29%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 36.6
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 36.5 to 46.1
Stabilization Target:
$5.53
(+26.3%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+26.3%
Last updated: January 31, 2026 12:09 AM ET
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Buys
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Sells
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