Elevance Health (ELV) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

ELV - Elevance Health, Inc.

HOSPITAL & MEDICAL SERVICE PLANS
$418.72
2.18 (0.52%) ▲
5d: +0.95%
30d: +4.91%
90d: +4.9%
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Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 20, 2026
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Options positioning is turning defensive after a sharp run-up - a pattern consistent with institutional profit-taking. View Scanner →

Signal fired Sep 8, 2026 at $403.53 · last confirmed Sep 11, 2026

Strength: 7.5/10

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📊 MIXED SIGNALS: ELV shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$506.68
Based on 6.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$314.61
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 12.5x Exit PE.

In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: ELV is currently trading at $418.72, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $390.02 to $407.40. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 14.1) compared to its historical average (12.5). At these levels, the market is pricing in 4.2% annual earnings growth.

Technical Outlook: Technically, ELV is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $426.39. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.

Market Sentiment: ELV scores 38/100 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. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range $390.02 - $407.40
Company Quality Score 45/100 (HOLD)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 27.1%

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All Signals

  • BEARISH: Price extended above range
  • BEARISH: Weak technical setup (38/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($450.05)
  • BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 4.2% growth with 1.4% revenue growth
  • WARNING: Composite score 45/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $390.02 - $407.40
Current vs Trading Range EXTENDED

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $390.80
Resistance Level $426.39
Current Trend Uptrend
Technical data as of Sep 11, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 14.14
Wall Street Target $450.05 (+7.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) 1.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY) -13.1%
Profit Margin 2.5%
Valuation Premium vs History +4.2% premium
PE vs Historical 14.1 vs 12.5 FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): +4.2% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $436.31 (+4%)
2-Year Target $454.63 (+9%)
3-Year Target $473.73 (+13%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 14→13) PE COMPRESSION $418.68 (0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull: (PE: 20.2, Growth: 9.0%) $773.39 (+85%)
Base: (SPY PE: 14.1, Growth: 9.0%) $542.30 (+30%)
Bear: (PE: 12.0, Growth: 9.0%) $460.96 (+10%)
📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (18x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (14x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 17.55 | Current EPS (TTM): $23.74
Bull Case $571.40 (+37%)
Analyst growth 24.7%, PE expands to 19.3
Base Case $519.46 (+24%)
Market implied 24.7%, PE stable at 17.6
Bear Case $283.25 (-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 14.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Last updated: September 11, 2026 9:42 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
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Sells
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