MKSI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
MKSI - MKS Inc. Common Stock
$352.03
-16.55 (-4.49%)
▼
5d:
-4.36%
30d:
+11.38%
90d:
+30.98%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 05, 2026
22d
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: MKSI shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.9% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: MKSI shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.9% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$649.17
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$403.08
12.7% 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 21.9x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: MKSI is currently trading at $352.03, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $327.70 to $401.85. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 23.1) is in line with its historical norms (21.9). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.9% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MKSI is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $329.01, while resistance sits at $447.62. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 4.5% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $406.92 (+15.6%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MKSI is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $329.01, while resistance sits at $447.62. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 4.5% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $406.92 (+15.6%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$327.70 -
$401.85
Company Quality Score
53/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
66.2%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-4.5%)
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($406.92)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 1.9% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$327.70 -
$401.85
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$329.01
Resistance Level
$447.62
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jul 13, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
23.13
Wall Street Target
$406.92
(+15.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
15.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
53.2%
Profit Margin
8.0%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.9% premium
PE vs Historical
23.1 vs 21.9
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$358.72
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$365.53
(+4%)
3-Year Target
$372.48
(+6%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 23→22)
PE COMPRESSION
$352.72
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 23.1, Growth: 29.6%)
$766.86
(+118%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 21.8, Growth: 29.6%)
$722.21
(+105%)
Bear:
(PE: 18.5, Growth: 29.6%)
$613.88
(+74%)
📈
Valuation based on Current Earnings
Forward PE: 10.36 | Forward EPS (Implied): $35.57
Bull Case
$445.06
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 10.9
Base Case
$368.58
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 10.4
Bear Case
$281.96
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 9.3
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Sells
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