MNST Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
MNST - Monster Beverage Corporation
$97.50
-2.44 (-2.44%)
▼
5d:
+0.11%
30d:
+4.9%
90d:
+29.38%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 17, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 06, 2026
17d
Smart Money Accumulation
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Strength: 4.6/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: MNST trades at premium valuation expecting 4.9% growth. Hold existing positions but don't chase. Wait for better entry.
📊 HOLD: MNST trades at premium valuation expecting 4.9% 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
$96.71
Based on 8.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$60.05
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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: MNST is currently trading at $97.50, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $92.17 to $97.81. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 38.9) compared to its historical average (33.6). At these levels, the market is pricing in 4.9% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MNST is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $94.73. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MNST is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $94.73. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. 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
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$92.17 -
$97.81
Company Quality Score
60/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Trading above Wall St target ($91.36)
- NEUTRAL: Trading at premium valuation - market expects 4.9% growth which is achievable
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$92.17 -
$97.81
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$94.73
Resistance Level
$100.34
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jul 17, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
38.85
Wall Street Target
$91.36
(-8.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
26.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
28.9%
Profit Margin
23.1%
Valuation Premium vs History
+4.9% premium
PE vs Historical
38.9 vs 33.6
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+4.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$104.84
(+5%)
2-Year Target
$109.97
(+10%)
3-Year Target
$115.36
(+15%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 39→34)
PE COMPRESSION
$99.77
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 38.9, Growth: 13.1%)
$144.48
(+45%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 21.0, Growth: 13.1%)
$78.13
(-22%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.9, Growth: 13.1%)
$66.41
(-34%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (47x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (39x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 47.35 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.07
Bull Case
$133.97
(+37%)
Analyst growth 24.3%, PE expands to 52.1
Base Case
$121.79
(+25%)
Market implied 24.3%, PE stable at 47.4
Bear Case
$66.64
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 40.2
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
3
Sells
Net
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