Popular (BPOP) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
BPOP - Popular Inc
$158.14
1.62 (1.04%)
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5d:
-1.46%
30d:
-7.29%
90d:
-6.25%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 22, 2026
18d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: BPOP shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: BPOP shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$223.05
Based on 6.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$138.50
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 9.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: BPOP is currently trading at $158.14, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $159.17 to $168.93. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 9.2) is in line with its historical norms (9.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.4% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 40.9% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, BPOP is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $152.43, while resistance sits at $163.38.
Market Sentiment: BPOP scores 74/100 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 (0th 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 $196.20 (+24.1%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, BPOP is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $152.43, while resistance sits at $163.38.
Market Sentiment: BPOP scores 74/100 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 (0th 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 $196.20 (+24.1%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$159.17 -
$168.93
Company Quality Score
65/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
92.3%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (74/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 24.1% below Wall St target ($196.20)
- CAUTION: Bottoming setup, but lagging the sector by 22% over 20 days — wait for relative strength
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$159.17 -
$168.93
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$5.37
(3.4%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$152.43
Resistance Level
$163.39
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.15
Wall Street Target
$196.20
(+24.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
7.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
40.9%
Profit Margin
31.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
9.2 vs 9.3
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$157.51
(0%)
2-Year Target
$156.88
(-1%)
3-Year Target
$156.25
(-1%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9→9)
$158.74
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.4, Growth: 9.6%)
$463.94
(+193%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.2, Growth: 9.6%)
$208.18
(+32%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.8, Growth: 9.6%)
$176.95
(+12%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (11x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (9x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 10.58 | Current EPS (TTM): $14.79
Bull Case
$201.11
(+27%)
Analyst growth 16.8%, PE expands to 11.6
Base Case
$182.83
(+16%)
Market implied 16.8%, PE stable at 10.6
Bear Case
$106.43
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 9.0
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 9.2 to 9.3
Stabilization Target:
$160.66
(+1.6%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+1.6%
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