Andersons Inc/The (ANDE) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ANDE - Andersons Inc/The
$67.51
2.02 (3.08%)
▲
5d:
+0.8%
30d:
-4.82%
90d:
-0.01%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 03, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: ANDE shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: ANDE shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$95.89
Based on 4.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$59.54
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 12.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ANDE is currently trading at $67.50, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $65.59 to $70.70. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 10.3) compared to its historical average (12.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.7% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 618.2% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ANDE is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $64.37, while resistance sits at $71.89. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.1% recently.
Market Sentiment: ANDE scores 71/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $88.33 (+34.9%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ANDE is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $64.37, while resistance sits at $71.89. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.1% recently.
Market Sentiment: ANDE scores 71/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $88.33 (+34.9%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$65.59 -
$70.70
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
88.1%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (71/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.1%)
- BULLISH: Trading 34.9% below Wall St target ($88.33)
- CAUTION: Bottoming setup, but lagging the sector by 19% over 20 days — wait for relative strength
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$65.59 -
$70.70
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$64.37
Resistance Level
$71.89
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 1, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.26
Wall Street Target
$88.33
(+34.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-1.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
618.2%
Profit Margin
1.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-5.7% cheaper
PE vs Historical
10.3 vs 12.2
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-5.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$61.76
(-6%)
2-Year Target
$58.24
(-11%)
3-Year Target
$54.92
(-16%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→12)
$65.30
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.4, Growth: 4.5%)
$148.49
(+127%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 10.3, Growth: 4.5%)
$74.68
(+14%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.7, Growth: 4.5%)
$63.48
(-3%)
📈
Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (13x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 12.61 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.21
Bull Case
$88.55
(+35%)
Analyst growth 22.5%, PE expands to 13.9
Base Case
$80.50
(+23%)
Market implied 22.5%, PE stable at 12.6
Bear Case
$44.68
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 10.7
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 10.3 to 12.2
Stabilization Target:
$77.88
(+18.9%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+18.9%
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Last updated: October 02, 2026 1:32 PM ET
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0
Buys
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Sells
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