DAKT Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
DAKT - Daktronics Inc
$19.43
-0.76 (-3.76%)
▼
5d:
-4.89%
30d:
+0.88%
90d:
-12.12%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 3, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jun 24, 2026
19d
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Strength: 3.9/10
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: DAKT appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -3.4% annual earnings decline despite 57% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: DAKT appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -3.4% annual earnings decline despite 57% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$42.05
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$26.11
25.6% 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 18.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: DAKT is currently trading at $19.43, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $19.34 to $20.44. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 16.5) compared to its historical average (18.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.4% 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 in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $19.13. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.8% recently.
Market Sentiment: DAKT has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. 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 $33.00 (+69.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, DAKT is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $19.13. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.8% recently.
Market Sentiment: DAKT has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. 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 $33.00 (+69.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$19.34 -
$20.44
Company Quality Score
57/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
88.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-3.8%)
- BULLISH: Trading 69.8% below Wall St target ($33.00)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$19.34 -
$20.44
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$1.52
(7.8%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$19.13
Resistance Level
$20.98
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 3, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
16.47
Wall Street Target
$33.00
(+69.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
21.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
57.1%
Profit Margin
3.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
16.5 vs 18.3
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$18.77
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$18.13
(-7%)
3-Year Target
$17.51
(-10%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 16→18)
$19.47
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.9, Growth: 26.9%)
$52.81
(+172%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 16.5, Growth: 26.9%)
$39.69
(+104%)
Bear:
(PE: 14.0, Growth: 26.9%)
$33.74
(+74%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (37x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (16x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 37.15 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.55
Bull Case
$44.95
(+118%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 40.9
Base Case
$40.86
(+98%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 37.2
Bear Case
$13.89
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 31.6
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 16.5 to 18.3
Stabilization Target:
$21.59
(+11.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+11.1%
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Last updated: June 03, 2026 7:12 PM ET
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