Is ANET stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Based on our analysis, ANET is currently a WAIT with low confidence. 📊 MIXED SIGNALS: ANET shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.

What is the fair value of ANET stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for ANET to be between $169.09 and $193.61. The current price is $198.82.

What is the analyst price target for ANET?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for ANET is $241.82. This implies a potential upside of 21.6% from current levels.

ANET Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

ANET - Arista Networks

COMPUTER COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT

$198.82

-4.80 (-2.36%) ▼

5d: +5.38%

30d: +17.95%

90d: +34.51%

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LOW Confidence

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Analysis Updated: Aug 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET

Earnings: Aug 04, 2026 0d

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Signal fired Aug 7, 2026 at $188.67 · last confirmed Aug 14, 2026

Strength: 8.0/10

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📊 MIXED SIGNALS: ANET shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

Adjust Growth Assumption: 25.0%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$251.19

Based on 14.5% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$155.97

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 25.0x Exit PE.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: ANET is currently trading at $198.82, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $169.09 to $193.61. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 38.5) is in line with its historical norms (36.6). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.8% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.

Technical Outlook: Technically, ANET is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $173.45, while resistance sits at $214.89.

Market Sentiment: ANET scores 8/100 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $241.82 (+21.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position EXTENDED

Historical Trading Range $169.09 - $193.61

Company Quality Score 34/100 (SELL)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 29.5%

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All Signals

BEARISH: Price extended above range
BEARISH: Weak technical setup (8/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
BULLISH: Trading 21.6% below Wall St target ($241.82)
NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 1.8% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
WARNING: Composite score 34/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $169.09 - $193.61

Current vs Trading Range EXTENDED

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $173.45

Resistance Level $214.89

Current Trend Uptrend

Technical data as of Aug 14, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 38.53

Wall Street Target $241.82 (+21.6%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) 37.7%

Earnings Growth (YoY) 35.7%

Profit Margin 38.4%

Valuation Premium vs History +1.8% premium

PE vs Historical 38.5 vs 36.6 FAIR

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): +1.8% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $202.40 (+2%)

2-Year Target $206.04 (+4%)

3-Year Target $209.75 (+6%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 39→37) PE COMPRESSION $199.22 (+0%)

Earnings growth offset by PE compression

3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth

Bull: (PE: 38.5, Growth: 25.4%) $392.49 (+97%)

Base: (SPY PE: 20.2, Growth: 25.4%) $206.06 (+4%)

Bear: (PE: 17.2, Growth: 25.4%) $175.15 (-12%)

📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings

RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (47x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (39x PE) as earnings recover.

Forward PE: 46.73 | Forward EPS (Implied): $4.25

Bull Case $240.08 (+21%)

Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 49.1

Base Case $198.82 (0%)

Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 46.7

Bear Case $152.10 (-24%)

Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 42.1

These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.

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