Bank of Montreal (BMO) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
BMO - Bank of Montreal
$166.30
-0.95 (-0.57%)
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5d:
-2.78%
30d:
-1.19%
90d:
-4.5%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 1, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 25, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: BMO shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: BMO 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
$235.05
Based on 7.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$145.95
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 9.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: BMO is currently trading at $166.30, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $169.98 to $175.10. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 10.1) is in line with its historical norms (9.8). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.2% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, BMO is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $162.86. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: BMO scores 15/100 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. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, BMO is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $162.86. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: BMO scores 15/100 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. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$169.98 -
$175.10
Company Quality Score
40/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
64.2%
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- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (15/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($165.63)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 1.2% growth with 12.0% revenue growth
- WARNING: Composite score 40/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$169.98 -
$175.10
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$5.13
(3.1%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$162.86
Resistance Level
$177.66
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 1, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.10
Wall Street Target
$165.63
(-0.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
12.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-24.2%
Profit Margin
25.7%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.2% premium
PE vs Historical
10.1 vs 9.8
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$168.30
(+1%)
2-Year Target
$170.32
(+2%)
3-Year Target
$172.36
(+4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→10)
PE COMPRESSION
$167.22
(+1%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.4, Growth: 11.7%)
$467.96
(+181%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 10.1, Growth: 11.7%)
$231.71
(+39%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.6, Growth: 11.7%)
$196.95
(+18%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (19x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 19.29 | Current EPS (TTM): $8.67
Bull Case
$349.36
(+110%)
Analyst growth 89.9%, PE expands to 21.2
Base Case
$317.60
(+91%)
Market implied 89.9%, PE stable at 19.3
Bear Case
$113.73
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 16.4
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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