PAG Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
PAG - Penske Automotive Group, Inc.
$216.41
0.01 (0.00%)
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5d:
-0.41%
30d:
+13.01%
90d:
+26.11%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 7, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 29, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: PAG is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 8.3% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: PAG is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 8.3% 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
$208.99
Based on 4.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$129.76
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 12.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: PAG is currently trading at $216.41, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $189.45 to $218.56. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 15.3) compared to its historical average (12.1). At these levels, the market is pricing in 8.3% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PAG is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $215.00. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: PAG scores 24/100 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. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (11th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PAG is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $215.00. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: PAG scores 24/100 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. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (11th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$189.45 -
$218.56
Company Quality Score
47/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
11th percentile
(COMPLACENCY WARNING)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
52.7%
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- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 11th percentile)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (24/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($211.25)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 8.3% growth with 6.0% revenue growth
- WARNING: Composite score 47/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$189.45 -
$218.56
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Expected Move (7 Days)
Âą$5.80
(2.7%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$215.00
Resistance Level
$227.00
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 7, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.32
Wall Street Target
$211.25
(-2.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
6.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-1.7%
Profit Margin
2.8%
Valuation Premium vs History
+8.3% premium
PE vs Historical
15.3 vs 12.1
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+8.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$234.37
(+8%)
2-Year Target
$253.82
(+17%)
3-Year Target
$274.89
(+27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15â12)
PE COMPRESSION
$217.15
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 4.2%)
$323.31
(+49%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.3, Growth: 4.2%)
$244.80
(+13%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.1, Growth: 4.2%)
$193.38
(-11%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (16x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 15.72 | Current EPS (TTM): $13.77
Bull Case
$244.23
(+13%)
Analyst growth 2.6%, PE expands to 17.3
Base Case
$222.03
(+3%)
Market implied 2.6%, PE stable at 15.7
Bear Case
$147.15
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 13.4
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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