Is ANET stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Based on our analysis, ANET is currently a HOLD with moderate confidence. 📊 HOLD: ANET shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

What is the fair value of ANET stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for ANET to be between $189.85 and $211.18. The current price is $184.33.

What is the analyst price target for ANET?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for ANET is $243.59. This implies a potential upside of 32.1% from current levels.

Arista Networks (ANET) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

ANET - Arista Networks

COMPUTER COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT

$184.33

3.14 (1.73%) ▲

5d: -5.67%

30d: -10.17%

90d: +4.37%

HOLD

MODERATE Confidence

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Analysis Updated: Oct 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET

Earnings: Nov 03, 2026 11d

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Signal fired Oct 13, 2026 at $203.09 · last confirmed Oct 19, 2026

Strength: 7.4/10

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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: ANET shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

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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

$254.25

Based on 14.5% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$157.87

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 $184.33, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $189.85 to $211.18. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 35.3) is in line with its historical norms (36.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.5% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 35.7% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.

Technical Outlook: Technically, ANET is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $176.77, while resistance sits at $217.41.

Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 46/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $243.59 (+32.1%). 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 OVERSOLD

Historical Trading Range $189.85 - $211.18

Company Quality Score 59/100 (HOLD)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 79.5%

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All Signals

BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (46/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
BULLISH: Trading 32.1% below Wall St target ($243.59)
NEUTRAL: Bottoming setup forming (46/100) — watch for confirmation
CAUTION: 5-day price weakness (-5.7%) - monitor closely

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $189.85 - $211.18

Current vs Trading Range OVERSOLD

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $176.77

Resistance Level $217.41

Current Trend Strong Uptrend

Technical data as of Oct 21, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 35.30

Wall Street Target $243.59 (+32.1%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) 37.7%

Earnings Growth (YoY) 35.7%

Profit Margin 38.4%

Valuation Discount vs History -1.5% cheaper

PE vs Historical 35.3 vs 36.9 FAIR

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): -1.5% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $181.57 (-2%)

2-Year Target $178.84 (-3%)

3-Year Target $176.16 (-4%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 35→37) $184.16 (0%)

3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth

Bull: (PE: 35.3, Growth: 26.9%) $376.29 (+104%)

Base: (SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 26.9%) $211.73 (+15%)

Bear: (PE: 16.9, Growth: 26.9%) $179.97 (-2%)

📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings

RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (39x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (35x PE) as earnings recover.

Forward PE: 39.22 | Forward EPS (Implied): $4.70

Bull Case $222.58 (+21%)

Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 41.2

Base Case $184.33 (0%)

Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 39.2

Bear Case $141.01 (-24%)

Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 35.3

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

💡 Upside Surprise Potential

If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 35.3 to 36.9

Stabilization Target: $192.71 (+4.5%)

PE Expansion Potential: +4.5%

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