DAKT Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
DAKT - Daktronics Inc
$20.71
0.94 (4.75%)
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5d:
+4.65%
30d:
+4.02%
90d:
+5.13%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Sep 09, 2026
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Strength: 6.6/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: DAKT shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: DAKT 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
$41.13
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$25.54
18.9% 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 17.9x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: DAKT is currently trading at $20.71, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $19.42 to $20.16. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 17.6) is in line with its historical norms (17.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.7% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 57.1% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, DAKT is showing sideways momentum. The price is approaching resistance at $20.73. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.8% recently.
Market Sentiment: DAKT has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. 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 $31.67 (+52.9%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, DAKT is showing sideways momentum. The price is approaching resistance at $20.73. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.8% recently.
Market Sentiment: DAKT has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. 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 $31.67 (+52.9%). 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
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$19.42 -
$20.16
Company Quality Score
49/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
46.2%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+4.8%)
- BULLISH: Trading 52.9% below Wall St target ($31.67)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$19.42 -
$20.16
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$1.43
(6.9%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$19.00
Resistance Level
$20.73
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Aug 3, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
17.55
Wall Street Target
$31.67
(+52.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
20.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
57.1%
Profit Margin
5.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.7% cheaper
PE vs Historical
17.6 vs 17.9
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$20.57
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$20.42
(-1%)
3-Year Target
$20.28
(-2%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 18→18)
$20.68
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.7, Growth: 26.9%)
$49.97
(+141%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 17.6, Growth: 26.9%)
$42.30
(+104%)
Bear:
(PE: 14.9, Growth: 26.9%)
$35.96
(+74%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (21x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (18x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 21.49 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.92
Bull Case
$27.89
(+35%)
Analyst growth 28.3%, PE expands to 23.6
Base Case
$25.36
(+22%)
Market implied 28.3%, PE stable at 21.5
Bear Case
$13.44
(-35%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 18.3
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 17.6 to 17.9
Stabilization Target:
$21.12
(+2.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+2.0%
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Last updated: August 03, 2026 6:11 PM ET
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