VLTO Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
VLTO - Veralto Corporation
$84.83
-0.44 (-0.52%)
▼
5d:
-2.31%
30d:
-6.31%
90d:
-8.33%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 15, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 23, 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
$137.30
Based on 6.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$85.25
0.5% Margin of Safety
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 21.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: VLTO is currently trading at $84.83, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $86.62 to $90.49. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 18.3) compared to its historical average (21.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.2% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 13.3% 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 $85.00. 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 $108.41 (+27.8%). 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 $85.00. 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 $108.41 (+27.8%). 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
$86.62 -
$90.49
Company Quality Score
55/100
(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 27.8% below Wall St target ($108.41)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$86.62 -
$90.49
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$85.00
Resistance Level
$89.51
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
May 15, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
18.27
Wall Street Target
$108.41
(+27.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
6.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
13.3%
Profit Margin
17.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-5.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
18.3 vs 21.5
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-5.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$80.42
(-5%)
2-Year Target
$76.24
(-10%)
3-Year Target
$72.27
(-15%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 18→22)
$85.04
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.1, Growth: 9.2%)
$133.55
(+57%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 18.3, Growth: 9.2%)
$110.57
(+30%)
Bear:
(PE: 15.5, Growth: 9.2%)
$93.98
(+11%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (22x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (18x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 21.98 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.88
Bull Case
$112.23
(+32%)
Analyst growth 19.7%, PE expands to 24.2
Base Case
$102.03
(+20%)
Market implied 19.7%, PE stable at 22.0
Bear Case
$57.98
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 18.7
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 18.3 to 21.5
Stabilization Target:
$99.82
(+17.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+17.7%
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Last updated: May 18, 2026 7:42 AM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
4
Sells
Net
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