BMO Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
BMO - Bank of Montreal
$178.69
-0.27 (-0.15%)
▼
5d:
+1.47%
30d:
+8.7%
90d:
+23.82%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 25, 2026
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Strength: 6.6/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: BMO trades at premium valuation expecting 5.4% growth. Hold existing positions but don't chase. Wait for better entry.
📊 HOLD: BMO trades at premium valuation expecting 5.4% growth. Hold existing positions but don't chase. Wait for better entry.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$226.18
Based on 8.2% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$140.44
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 9.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: BMO is currently trading at $178.69, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $167.25 to $176.89. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 11.0) compared to its historical average (9.4). At these levels, the market is pricing in 5.4% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, BMO is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $180.09. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $155.99. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, BMO is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $180.09. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $155.99. 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
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$167.25 -
$176.89
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
51.9%
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- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Trading 12.7% above Wall St target ($155.99)
- NEUTRAL: Trading at premium valuation - market expects 5.4% growth which is achievable
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$167.25 -
$176.89
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$5.89
(3.3%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$172.79
Resistance Level
$180.09
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jul 13, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.97
Wall Street Target
$155.99
(-12.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
15.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
41.2%
Profit Margin
28.1%
Valuation Premium vs History
+5.4% premium
PE vs Historical
11.0 vs 9.4
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+5.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$188.34
(+5%)
2-Year Target
$198.51
(+11%)
3-Year Target
$209.23
(+17%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 11→9)
PE COMPRESSION
$179.32
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 12.3%)
$503.07
(+182%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 11.0, Growth: 12.3%)
$253.33
(+42%)
Bear:
(PE: 9.3, Growth: 12.3%)
$215.33
(+21%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (19x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (11x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 19.24 | Current EPS (TTM): $9.18
Bull Case
$344.88
(+93%)
Analyst growth 77.5%, PE expands to 21.2
Base Case
$313.53
(+75%)
Market implied 77.5%, PE stable at 19.2
Bear Case
$120.13
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 16.4
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Last updated: July 13, 2026 5:35 PM ET
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