VLTO Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
VLTO - Veralto Corporation
$87.55
-0.51 (-0.58%)
▼
5d:
+1.34%
30d:
-7.55%
90d:
-12.26%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Apr 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: VLTO trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -4.6% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: VLTO trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -4.6% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$137.74
Based on 6.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$85.52
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 22.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: VLTO is currently trading at $87.55, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $87.71 to $94.95. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 19.3) compared to its historical average (22.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 4.6% 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: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $110.12 (+25.0%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
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: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $110.12 (+25.0%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Fair Price Range
$87.71 -
$94.95
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 25.0% below Wall St target ($110.12)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$87.71 -
$94.95
Current vs Fair Value
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$84.99
Resistance Level
$90.15
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Apr 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
19.34
Wall Street Target
$110.12
(+25.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
3.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
12.2%
Profit Margin
17.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-4.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical
19.3 vs 22.3
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-4.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$84.01
(-5%)
2-Year Target
$80.14
(-9%)
3-Year Target
$76.46
(-13%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 19→22)
$88.16
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.4, Growth: 8.6%)
$130.31
(+48%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.3, Growth: 8.6%)
$112.76
(+28%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.4, Growth: 8.6%)
$95.84
(+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 19.3 to 22.3
Stabilization Target:
$101.54
(+15.3%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+15.3%
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Buys
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Sells
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