VRTS Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
VRTS - Virtus Investment Partners, Inc.
$151.64
6.48 (4.46%)
▲
5d:
+11.75%
30d:
+2.97%
90d:
+15.65%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 24, 2026
19d
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: VRTS shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.5% growth. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: VRTS shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.5% growth. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$176.20
Based on 3.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$109.41
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 5.7x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: VRTS is currently trading at $151.64, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $140.63 to $146.89. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 5.9) is in line with its historical norms (5.7). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.5% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, VRTS is in a downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $151.09. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.5% recently.
Market Sentiment: VRTS has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $136.25. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, VRTS is in a downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $151.09. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.5% recently.
Market Sentiment: VRTS has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $136.25. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$140.63 -
$146.89
Company Quality Score
56/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
60.5%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+4.5%)
- BEARISH: Trading 10.1% above Wall St target ($136.25)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 1.5% growth with -8.4% revenue growth
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$140.63 -
$146.89
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$138.64
Resistance Level
$151.09
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
5.93
Wall Street Target
$136.25
(-10.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-8.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-74.1%
Profit Margin
14.0%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.5% premium
PE vs Historical
5.9 vs 5.7
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$153.91
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$156.22
(+3%)
3-Year Target
$158.57
(+5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 6→6)
PE COMPRESSION
$152.54
(+1%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 3.7%)
$621.19
(+310%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 5.9, Growth: 3.7%)
$169.00
(+11%)
Bear:
(PE: 5.0, Growth: 3.7%)
$143.65
(-5%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (9x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (6x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 8.55 | Current EPS (TTM): $16.97
Bull Case
$240.80
(+59%)
Analyst growth 50.8%, PE expands to 9.4
Base Case
$218.91
(+44%)
Market implied 50.8%, PE stable at 8.6
Bear Case
$98.71
(-35%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 7.3
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
2
Buys
0
Sells
+
Net
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