DFIN Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
DFIN - Donnelley Financial Solutions, Inc.
$47.95
-0.42 (-0.87%)
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5d:
-2.28%
30d:
+0.63%
90d:
+28.76%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 04, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: DFIN is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -2.2% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: DFIN is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -2.2% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$77.53
Based on 8.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$48.14
0.4% 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 9.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: DFIN is currently trading at $47.95, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $47.52 to $49.24. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 8.8) is in line with its historical norms (9.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.2% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 12.5% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, DFIN is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $47.42. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: DFIN scores 37/100 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $64.00 (+33.5%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, DFIN is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $47.42. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: DFIN scores 37/100 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $64.00 (+33.5%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$47.52 -
$49.24
Company Quality Score
51/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
50.0%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (37/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 33.5% below Wall St target ($64.00)
- WARNING: Composite score 51/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$47.52 -
$49.24
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$47.43
Resistance Level
$51.31
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
8.78
Wall Street Target
$64.00
(+33.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
2.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
12.5%
Profit Margin
4.5%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
8.8 vs 9.4
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$46.90
(-2%)
2-Year Target
$45.86
(-4%)
3-Year Target
$44.85
(-7%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9â9)
$48.01
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 13.3%)
$160.08
(+234%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 8.8, Growth: 13.3%)
$69.70
(+45%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.5, Growth: 13.3%)
$59.24
(+24%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (32x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (9x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 31.82 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.52
Bull Case
$106.41
(+122%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 35.0
Base Case
$96.74
(+102%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 31.8
Bear Case
$32.89
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 27.1
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 8.8 to 9.4
Stabilization Target:
$51.32
(+7.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+7.0%
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Last updated: September 13, 2026 4:33 AM ET
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