BLCO Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
BLCO - Bausch + Lomb Corporation
$17.24
0.04 (0.23%)
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5d:
+1.11%
30d:
+7.88%
90d:
+6.75%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 29, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: BLCO shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: BLCO shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$36.20
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$22.48
23.3% 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: BLCO is currently trading at $17.24, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $16.23 to $17.07. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 15.8) is in line with its historical norms (17.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.5% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, BLCO is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $16.28, while resistance sits at $17.77.
Market Sentiment: BLCO scores 33/100 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. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, BLCO is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $16.28, while resistance sits at $17.77.
Market Sentiment: BLCO scores 33/100 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. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$16.23 -
$17.07
Company Quality Score
49/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
23.8%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (33/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($18.62)
- WARNING: Composite score 49/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$16.23 -
$17.07
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$16.28
Resistance Level
$17.77
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.77
Wall Street Target
$18.63
(+8.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
9.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-88.6%
Profit Margin
-3.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
15.8 vs 17.0
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$16.81
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$16.39
(-5%)
3-Year Target
$15.98
(-7%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 16→17)
$17.23
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 36.0%)
$55.22
(+220%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.8, Growth: 36.0%)
$43.38
(+152%)
Bear:
(PE: 13.4, Growth: 36.0%)
$36.87
(+114%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 15.8 to 17.0
Stabilization Target:
$18.59
(+7.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+7.8%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
3
Buys
0
Sells
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Net
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