VLTO Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
VLTO - Veralto Corporation
$86.01
0.98 (1.15%)
▲
5d:
-2.81%
30d:
-11.72%
90d:
-15.47%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 30, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: VLTO shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: VLTO 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
$138.36
Based on 6.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$85.91
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 22.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: VLTO is currently trading at $86.01, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $88.15 to $95.26. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 18.9) compared to its historical average (22.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.5% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 12.2% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, VLTO is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $84.99. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: VLTO 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 $110.12 (+28.0%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, VLTO is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $84.99. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: VLTO 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 $110.12 (+28.0%). 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
$88.15 -
$95.26
Company Quality Score
57/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 28.0% below Wall St target ($110.12)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$88.15 -
$95.26
Current vs Fair Value
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$84.99
Resistance Level
$92.10
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Mar 30, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
18.89
Wall Street Target
$110.12
(+28.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
3.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
12.2%
Profit Margin
17.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-5.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
18.9 vs 22.4
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-5.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$81.28
(-6%)
2-Year Target
$76.81
(-11%)
3-Year Target
$72.58
(-16%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 19→22)
$86.08
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.4, Growth: 8.6%)
$130.31
(+52%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 18.9, Growth: 8.6%)
$110.13
(+28%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.1, Growth: 8.6%)
$93.61
(+9%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (24x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (19x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 23.57 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.76
Bull Case
$118.07
(+33%)
Analyst growth 21.1%, PE expands to 25.9
Base Case
$107.33
(+21%)
Market implied 21.1%, PE stable at 23.6
Bear Case
$60.27
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 20.0
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 18.9 to 22.4
Stabilization Target:
$102.00
(+18.6%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+18.6%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
4
Sells
Net
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