DFIN Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
DFIN - Donnelley Financial Solutions, Inc.
$38.69
-1.12 (-2.81%)
▼
5d:
-1.65%
30d:
-23.58%
90d:
-26.96%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 3, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: DFIN appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -9.3% annual earnings decline despite 21% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: DFIN appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -9.3% annual earnings decline despite 21% 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
$73.86
Based on 7.2% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$45.86
15.6% 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 9.9x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: DFIN is currently trading at $38.69, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $37.84 to $47.22. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 7.3) compared to its historical average (9.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 9.3% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 21.0% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, DFIN is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $37.15, while resistance sits at $41.22.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $63.00 (+62.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, DFIN is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $37.15, while resistance sits at $41.22.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $63.00 (+62.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$37.84 -
$47.22
Company Quality Score
52/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 62.8% below Wall St target ($63.00)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$37.84 -
$47.22
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$37.15
Resistance Level
$41.22
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 3, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
7.35
Wall Street Target
$63.00
(+62.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
2.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
21.0%
Profit Margin
4.5%
Valuation Discount vs History
-9.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
7.4 vs 9.9
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-9.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$35.09
(-9%)
2-Year Target
$31.83
(-18%)
3-Year Target
$28.87
(-25%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 7→10)
$38.88
(+1%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.9, Growth: 10.5%)
$155.58
(+302%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 7.4, Growth: 10.5%)
$52.20
(+35%)
Bear:
(PE: 6.2, Growth: 10.5%)
$44.37
(+15%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (29x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (7x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 28.78 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.37
Bull Case
$86.74
(+118%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 31.7
Base Case
$78.85
(+98%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 28.8
Bear Case
$26.81
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 24.5
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 7.4 to 9.9
Stabilization Target:
$52.11
(+34.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+34.7%
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Last updated: June 03, 2026 10:04 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
1
Sells
Net
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