AP Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
AP - Ampco-Pittsburgh Corp.
$10.24
-0.40 (-3.76%)
▼
5d:
-14.09%
30d:
+0.89%
90d:
+40.47%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 11, 2026
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Bottom Line:
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: AP is down 14.1% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: AP is down 14.1% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: AP is currently trading at $10.24, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $9.97 to $11.51.
Technical Outlook: Technically, AP is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $9.85, while resistance sits at $12.81. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.8% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (9th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $5.00. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, AP is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $9.85, while resistance sits at $12.81. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.8% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (9th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $5.00. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$9.97 -
$11.51
Company Quality Score
50/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
9th percentile
(LOW)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
73.8%
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- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 9th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-3.8%)
- BEARISH: Trading 51.2% above Wall St target ($5.00)
- WARNING: Recommendation downgraded due to -14.1% 5-day decline - wait for stabilization
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$9.97 -
$11.51
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$1.70
(16.6%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$9.85
Resistance Level
$12.81
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 23, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
29.41
Wall Street Target
$5.00
(-51.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
3.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
400.0%
Profit Margin
-15.5%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
1
Buys
0
Sells
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Brett Mcbrayer
BUY
7500 shares
2026-03-19
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