SPH Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
SPH - Suburban Propane Partners L P
$18.48
0.65 (3.65%)
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5d:
+5.6%
30d:
-3.4%
90d:
-6.34%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 06, 2026
23d
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: SPH shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.1% decline. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: SPH shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.1% decline. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$19.36
Based on 0.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$12.02
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 9.7x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: SPH is currently trading at $18.48, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $17.04 to $18.67. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 9.4) is in line with its historical norms (9.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.1% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SPH is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $19.00. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.6% recently.
Market Sentiment: SPH has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SPH is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $19.00. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.6% recently.
Market Sentiment: SPH has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$17.04 -
$18.67
Company Quality Score
60/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
73.8%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.6%)
- BEARISH: Trading above Wall St target ($17.00)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$17.04 -
$18.67
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$19.00
Resistance Level
$20.10
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.38
Wall Street Target
$17.00
(-8.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-6.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-1.9%
Profit Margin
9.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.1% cheaper
PE vs Historical
9.4 vs 9.7
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$18.28
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$18.08
(-2%)
3-Year Target
$17.88
(-3%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9→10)
$18.49
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: -3.4%)
$38.64
(+109%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.4, Growth: -3.4%)
$16.64
(-10%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.0, Growth: -3.4%)
$14.15
(-24%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 9.24 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.94
Bull Case
$20.03
(+12%)
Analyst growth 1.5%, PE expands to 10.2
Base Case
$18.21
(+2%)
Market implied 1.5%, PE stable at 9.2
Bear Case
$12.19
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 7.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 9.4 to 9.7
Stabilization Target:
$19.11
(+3.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+3.4%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: July 13, 2026 5:49 PM ET
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