TMO Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

TMO - Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc.

MEASURING & CONTROLLING DEVICES, NEC
$588.29
-7.60 (-1.28%) ▼
5d: -0.96%
30d: +8.3%
90d: +31.25%
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LOW Confidence
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Analysis Updated: Aug 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 21, 2026
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Signal fired Aug 11, 2026 at $605.00 · last confirmed Aug 11, 2026

Strength: 6.8/10

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$754.48
Based on 6.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$468.47
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 19.8x Exit PE.

In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: TMO is currently trading at $588.29, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $527.23 to $586.16. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 21.7) is in line with its historical norms (19.8). At these levels, the market is pricing in 3.0% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.

Technical Outlook: Technically, TMO is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $562.50, while resistance sits at $606.75.

Market Sentiment: TMO scores 19/100 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 EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range $527.23 - $586.16
Company Quality Score 45/100 (HOLD)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 24.8%

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All Signals

  • BEARISH: Price extended above range
  • BEARISH: Weak technical setup (19/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($631.42)
  • NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 3.0% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
  • WARNING: Composite score 45/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $527.23 - $586.16
Current vs Trading Range EXTENDED

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $562.50
Resistance Level $606.75
Current Trend Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of Aug 14, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 21.66
Wall Street Target $631.42 (+6.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) 10.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY) 9.4%
Profit Margin 15.0%
Valuation Premium vs History +3.0% premium
PE vs Historical 21.7 vs 19.8 FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): +3.0% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $613.77 (+3%)
2-Year Target $632.18 (+6%)
3-Year Target $651.15 (+9%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 22→20) PE COMPRESSION $595.22 (0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull: (PE: 21.7, Growth: 9.5%) $782.82 (+31%)
Base: (SPY PE: 20.2, Growth: 9.5%) $731.13 (+23%)
Bear: (PE: 17.2, Growth: 9.5%) $621.46 (+4%)
📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (33x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (22x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 32.58 | Current EPS (TTM): $18.51
Bull Case $985.86 (+68%)
Analyst growth 48.6%, PE expands to 35.8
Base Case $896.23 (+52%)
Market implied 48.6%, PE stable at 32.6
Bear Case $410.05 (-30%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 27.7
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 15, 2026 6:30 AM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
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2
Sells
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