NTAP Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
NTAP - NetApp, Inc
$187.02
-3.62 (-1.90%)
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5d:
-2.73%
30d:
+7.5%
90d:
+7.3%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 28, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Sep 02, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: NTAP is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 13.2% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: NTAP is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 13.2% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$167.95
Based on 5.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$104.28
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 15.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: NTAP is currently trading at $187.02, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $172.75 to $199.41. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 21.9) compared to its historical average (15.1). At these levels, the market is pricing in 13.2% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NTAP is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $185.27. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: NTAP scores 30/100 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.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NTAP is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $185.27. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: NTAP scores 30/100 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
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$172.75 -
$199.41
Company Quality Score
43/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
44.3%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (30/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($187.56)
- NEUTRAL: Trading at premium valuation - market expects 13.2% growth which is achievable
- WARNING: Composite score 43/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$172.75 -
$199.41
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$185.27
Resistance Level
$207.96
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 28, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
21.92
Wall Street Target
$187.56
(+0.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
12.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
23.4%
Profit Margin
18.4%
Valuation Premium vs History
+13.2% premium
PE vs Historical
21.9 vs 15.1
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+13.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$211.71
(+13%)
2-Year Target
$239.65
(+28%)
3-Year Target
$271.29
(+45%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 22â15)
PE COMPRESSION
$186.89
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.9, Growth: 6.9%)
$228.71
(+22%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.1, Growth: 6.9%)
$209.42
(+12%)
Bear:
(PE: 15.1, Growth: 6.9%)
$157.56
(-16%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (30x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (22x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 29.97 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.36
Bull Case
$281.33
(+50%)
Analyst growth 34.2%, PE expands to 33.0
Base Case
$255.76
(+37%)
Market implied 34.2%, PE stable at 30.0
Bear Case
$129.64
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 25.5
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Last updated: August 30, 2026 8:25 PM ET
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