Is BAC stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Based on our analysis, BAC is currently a WAIT with low confidence. 📊 MIXED SIGNALS: BAC shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.

What is the fair value of BAC stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for BAC to be between $60.64 and $63.60. The current price is $63.89.

What is the analyst price target for BAC?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for BAC is $68.77. This implies a potential upside of 7.6% from current levels.

BAC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

BAC - Bank of America Corporation

NATIONAL COMMERCIAL BANKS

$63.89

-0.60 (-0.93%) ▼

5d: +0.05%

30d: +4.28%

90d: +28.37%

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LOW Confidence

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Analysis Updated: Aug 17, 2026 12:00 AM ET

Earnings: Oct 14, 2026

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Signal fired Aug 17, 2026 at $63.89 · last confirmed Aug 17, 2026

Strength: 6.0/10

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Bottom Line:
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

Adjust Growth Assumption: 13.1%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$87.53

Based on 8.6% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$54.35

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 11.0x Exit PE.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: BAC is currently trading at $63.89, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $60.64 to $63.60. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 12.1) is in line with its historical norms (11.0). At these levels, the market is pricing in 3.1% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.

Technical Outlook: Technically, BAC is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $62.35. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.

Market Sentiment: BAC scores 18/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position EXTENDED

Historical Trading Range $60.64 - $63.60

Company Quality Score 44/100 (HOLD)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 24.8%

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All Signals

BEARISH: Price extended above range
BEARISH: Weak technical setup (18/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($68.77)
NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 3.1% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
WARNING: Composite score 44/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $60.64 - $63.60

Current vs Trading Range EXTENDED

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $62.35

Resistance Level $65.23

Current Trend Strong Uptrend

Technical data as of Aug 17, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 12.07

Wall Street Target $68.77 (+7.6%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) 16.8%

Earnings Growth (YoY) 34.1%

Profit Margin 29.5%

Valuation Premium vs History +3.1% premium

PE vs Historical 12.1 vs 11.0 FAIR

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): +3.1% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $65.87 (+3%)

2-Year Target $67.91 (+6%)

3-Year Target $70.02 (+10%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 12→11) PE COMPRESSION $63.79 (0%)

Earnings growth offset by PE compression

3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth

Bull: (PE: 20.1, Growth: 13.1%) $153.84 (+141%)

Base: (SPY PE: 12.1, Growth: 13.1%) $92.37 (+45%)

Bear: (PE: 10.3, Growth: 13.1%) $78.51 (+23%)

📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings

RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (15x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (12x PE) as earnings recover.

Trailing PE: 14.97 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.28

Bull Case $87.16 (+35%)

Analyst growth 23.6%, PE expands to 16.5

Base Case $79.24 (+23%)

Market implied 23.6%, PE stable at 15.0

Bear Case $43.58 (-32%)

Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 12.7

These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.

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