ATMU Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ATMU - Atmus Filtration Technologies Inc.
$45.08
0.33 (0.74%)
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5d:
+4.67%
30d:
-0.7%
90d:
-15.07%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 06, 2026
14d
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: ATMU trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -6.8% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: ATMU trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -6.8% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$79.69
Based on 7.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$49.48
8.9% Margin of Safety
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 17.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ATMU is currently trading at $45.08, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $43.47 to $45.19. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 13.8) compared to its historical average (17.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 6.8% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 8.3% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ATMU is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $45.83. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: ATMU 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. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (21th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $62.60 (+38.9%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ATMU is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $45.83. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: ATMU 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. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (21th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $62.60 (+38.9%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$43.47 -
$45.19
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
21th percentile
(LOW)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
80.8%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 21th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (71/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 38.9% below Wall St target ($62.60)
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 71/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$43.47 -
$45.19
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$3.14
(7.0%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$40.75
Resistance Level
$45.83
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
13.76
Wall Street Target
$62.60
(+38.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
16.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
8.3%
Profit Margin
11.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-6.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
13.8 vs 17.0
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-6.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$42.01
(-7%)
2-Year Target
$39.16
(-13%)
3-Year Target
$36.49
(-19%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 14→17)
$45.10
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 10.9%)
$88.74
(+97%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 13.8, Growth: 10.9%)
$61.47
(+36%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.7, Growth: 10.9%)
$52.25
(+16%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (17x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (14x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 17.08 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.62
Bull Case
$61.57
(+37%)
Analyst growth 25.1%, PE expands to 18.8
Base Case
$55.97
(+24%)
Market implied 25.1%, PE stable at 17.1
Bear Case
$30.43
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 14.5
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 13.8 to 17.0
Stabilization Target:
$55.71
(+23.6%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+23.6%
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