Artesian Resources (ARTNA) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ARTNA - Artesian Resources Corp
$34.01
1.05 (3.19%)
▲
5d:
+2.56%
30d:
+0.77%
90d:
-1.28%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 29, 2026
5d
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: ARTNA shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.9% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: ARTNA shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.9% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$46.52
Based on 7.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$28.88
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 16.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ARTNA is currently trading at $34.01, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $33.06 to $34.48. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 17.0) is in line with its historical norms (16.6). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.9% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ARTNA is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $34.02. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: ARTNA scores 64/100 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 $46.00 (+35.3%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ARTNA is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $34.02. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: ARTNA scores 64/100 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 $46.00 (+35.3%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$33.06 -
$34.48
Company Quality Score
60/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
89.0%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (64/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.2%)
- BULLISH: Trading 35.3% below Wall St target ($46.00)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 0.9% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 64/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$33.06 -
$34.48
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$32.75
Resistance Level
$34.02
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 22, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
17.00
Wall Street Target
$46.00
(+35.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
7.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
4.4%
Profit Margin
20.2%
Valuation Premium vs History
+0.9% premium
PE vs Historical
17.0 vs 16.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+0.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$34.32
(+1%)
2-Year Target
$34.62
(+2%)
3-Year Target
$34.94
(+3%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 17→17)
PE COMPRESSION
$34.10
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 14.39 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.29
Bull Case
$31.66
(-7%)
Analyst growth -12.7%, PE expands to 15.8
Base Case
$28.79
(-15%)
Market implied -12.7%, PE stable at 14.4
Bear Case
$22.41
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 12.2
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
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NEUTRAL
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