FTV Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
FTV - Fortive Corporation
$60.08
0.68 (1.14%)
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5d:
-2.5%
30d:
-0.89%
90d:
+1.8%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 29, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: FTV is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -0.4% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: FTV is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -0.4% 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
$80.70
Based on 5.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$50.11
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 18.7x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: FTV is currently trading at $60.08, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $59.65 to $62.18. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 18.5) is in line with its historical norms (18.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.4% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 4.0% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FTV is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $58.57. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: FTV scores 63/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FTV is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $58.57. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: FTV scores 63/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$59.65 -
$62.18
Company Quality Score
53/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
85.7%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (63/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($64.31)
- WARNING: Composite score 52/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$59.65 -
$62.18
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$58.57
Resistance Level
$62.63
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
18.49
Wall Street Target
$64.31
(+7.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
7.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
4.0%
Profit Margin
12.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
18.5 vs 18.7
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$59.84
(0%)
2-Year Target
$59.60
(-1%)
3-Year Target
$59.36
(-1%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 18â19)
$60.03
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 7.7%)
$81.38
(+35%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 18.5, Growth: 7.7%)
$74.98
(+25%)
Bear:
(PE: 15.7, Growth: 7.7%)
$63.73
(+6%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (31x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (18x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 31.43 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.89
Bull Case
$112.32
(+87%)
Analyst growth 71.9%, PE expands to 34.6
Base Case
$102.11
(+70%)
Market implied 71.9%, PE stable at 31.4
Bear Case
$40.39
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 26.7
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 18.5 to 18.7
Stabilization Target:
$60.75
(+1.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+1.1%
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