Is DHR stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Based on our analysis, DHR is currently a WAIT with low confidence. 📊 MIXED SIGNALS: DHR shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.

What is the fair value of DHR stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for DHR to be between $200.79 and $213.84. The current price is $200.14.

What is the analyst price target for DHR?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for DHR is $229.09. This implies a potential upside of 14.5% from current levels.

Danaher (DHR) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

DHR - Danaher Corporation

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$200.14

-0.39 (-0.19%) ▼

5d: -5.16%

30d: -2.75%

90d: +10.7%

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LOW Confidence

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Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET

Earnings: Oct 20, 2026

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Signal fired Sep 4, 2026 at $207.66 · last confirmed Sep 9, 2026

Strength: 7.5/10

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📊 MIXED SIGNALS: DHR shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

Adjust Growth Assumption: 9.3%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$287.15

Based on 6.7% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$178.29

Trading above historical range

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 22.4x Exit PE.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: DHR is currently trading at $200.14, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $200.79 to $213.84. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 21.5) is in line with its historical norms (22.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.3% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 59.7% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.

Technical Outlook: Technically, DHR is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $199.16. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.

Market Sentiment: DHR scores 21/100 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 $229.09 (+14.5%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position OVERSOLD

Historical Trading Range $200.79 - $213.84

Company Quality Score 49/100 (HOLD)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 54.8%

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BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
BEARISH: Weak technical setup (21/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($229.09)
WARNING: Composite score 49/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $200.79 - $213.84

Current vs Trading Range OVERSOLD

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $199.16

Resistance Level $217.04

Current Trend Strong Uptrend

Technical data as of Sep 11, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 21.53

Wall Street Target $229.09 (+14.5%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) 5.5%

Earnings Growth (YoY) 59.7%

Profit Margin 16.0%

Valuation Discount vs History -1.3% cheaper

PE vs Historical 21.5 vs 22.4 FAIR

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): -1.3% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $197.54 (-1%)

2-Year Target $194.97 (-3%)

3-Year Target $192.44 (-4%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 22→22) $200.26 (+0%)

3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth

Bull: (PE: 21.5, Growth: 9.3%) $261.27 (+31%)

Base: (SPY PE: 20.2, Growth: 9.3%) $244.82 (+22%)

Bear: (PE: 17.1, Growth: 9.3%) $208.09 (+4%)

📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings

RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (37x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (22x PE) as earnings recover.

Trailing PE: 36.53 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.49

Bull Case $373.58 (+87%)

Analyst growth 69.4%, PE expands to 40.2

Base Case $339.62 (+70%)

Market implied 69.4%, PE stable at 36.5

Bear Case $136.36 (-32%)

Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 31.1

These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.

💡 Upside Surprise Potential

If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 21.5 to 22.4

Stabilization Target: $208.27 (+4.1%)

PE Expansion Potential: +4.1%

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