NTAP Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
NTAP - NetApp, Inc
$192.27
-0.54 (-0.28%)
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5d:
-7.15%
30d:
+16.78%
90d:
+55.13%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 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 14.6% 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 14.6% 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
$166.84
Based on 5.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$103.59
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 15.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: NTAP is currently trading at $192.27, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $166.60 to $197.45. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 22.5) compared to its historical average (15.0). At these levels, the market is pricing in 14.6% 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 $192.09. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: NTAP scores 28/100 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 $192.09. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: NTAP scores 28/100 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
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$166.60 -
$197.45
Company Quality Score
49/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
37.1%
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- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (28/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($183.81)
- NEUTRAL: Trading at premium valuation - market expects 14.6% growth which is achievable
- WARNING: Composite score 49/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$166.60 -
$197.45
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$192.09
Resistance Level
$209.06
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
22.53
Wall Street Target
$183.81
(-4.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
12.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
23.4%
Profit Margin
18.4%
Valuation Premium vs History
+14.6% premium
PE vs Historical
22.5 vs 15.0
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+14.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$220.34
(+15%)
2-Year Target
$252.51
(+31%)
3-Year Target
$289.38
(+51%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 23â15)
PE COMPRESSION
$192.63
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.5, Growth: 6.9%)
$235.13
(+22%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.1, Growth: 6.9%)
$209.42
(+9%)
Bear:
(PE: 15.0, Growth: 6.9%)
$156.52
(-19%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (31x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (23x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 30.60 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.30
Bull Case
$287.25
(+49%)
Analyst growth 35.4%, PE expands to 33.7
Base Case
$261.13
(+36%)
Market implied 35.4%, PE stable at 30.6
Bear Case
$131.11
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 26.0
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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