Bentley Systems (BSY) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
BSY - Bentley Systems, Incorporated Class B Common Stock
$32.75
0.80 (2.50%)
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5d:
+2.66%
30d:
-8.06%
90d:
+1.52%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 1, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 04, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: BSY shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: BSY 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
$55.45
Based on 8.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$34.43
4.9% 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 23.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: BSY is currently trading at $32.75, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $31.09 to $35.75. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 20.7) compared to its historical average (23.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.8% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 14.8% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, BSY is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $33.05. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: BSY scores 80/100 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 $43.93 (+34.1%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, BSY is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $33.05. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: BSY scores 80/100 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 $43.93 (+34.1%). 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
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$31.09 -
$35.75
Company Quality Score
62/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
83.3%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (80/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 34.1% below Wall St target ($43.93)
- CAUTION: Bottoming setup, but lagging the sector by 19% over 20 days — wait for relative strength
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$31.09 -
$35.75
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$30.36
Resistance Level
$33.05
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 1, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
20.74
Wall Street Target
$43.93
(+34.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
12.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
14.8%
Profit Margin
18.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
20.7 vs 23.3
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$31.51
(-4%)
2-Year Target
$30.31
(-8%)
3-Year Target
$29.16
(-11%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 21→23)
$32.75
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.7, Growth: 13.2%)
$47.53
(+45%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.4, Growth: 13.2%)
$46.74
(+43%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.3, Growth: 13.2%)
$39.73
(+21%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (36x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (21x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 35.50 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.90
Bull Case
$61.66
(+88%)
Analyst growth 75.4%, PE expands to 39.1
Base Case
$56.05
(+71%)
Market implied 75.4%, PE stable at 35.5
Bear Case
$21.73
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 30.2
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 20.7 to 23.3
Stabilization Target:
$36.79
(+12.3%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+12.3%
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