Fortive (FTV) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
FTV - Fortive Corporation
$57.47
1.63 (2.92%)
▲
5d:
+2.46%
30d:
+1.54%
90d:
-9.64%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 04, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: FTV shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: FTV shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$80.25
Based on 5.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$49.83
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 18.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: FTV is currently trading at $57.47, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $54.89 to $58.44. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 17.7) is in line with its historical norms (18.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.5% 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 approaching resistance at $57.69. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: FTV scores 69/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $64.00 (+11.4%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FTV is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $57.69. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: FTV scores 69/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $64.00 (+11.4%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$54.89 -
$58.44
Company Quality Score
56/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
81.0%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (69/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($64.00)
- CAUTION: Bottoming setup, but lagging the sector by 14% over 20 days — wait for relative strength
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$54.89 -
$58.44
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$54.64
Resistance Level
$57.69
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
17.68
Wall Street Target
$64.00
(+11.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
7.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
4.0%
Profit Margin
12.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
17.7 vs 18.5
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$56.61
(-2%)
2-Year Target
$55.76
(-3%)
3-Year Target
$54.92
(-4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 18→19)
$57.47
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.4, Growth: 7.9%)
$83.20
(+45%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 17.7, Growth: 7.9%)
$72.11
(+26%)
Bear:
(PE: 15.0, Growth: 7.9%)
$61.29
(+7%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (30x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (18x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 29.55 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.89
Bull Case
$105.64
(+84%)
Analyst growth 72.0%, PE expands to 32.5
Base Case
$96.04
(+67%)
Market implied 72.0%, PE stable at 29.6
Bear Case
$37.97
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 25.1
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 17.7 to 18.5
Stabilization Target:
$60.14
(+4.6%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+4.6%
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