Is HAL stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Based on our analysis, HAL is currently a HOLD with moderate confidence. 📊 HOLD: HAL shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

What is the fair value of HAL stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for HAL to be between $32.07 and $33.98. The current price is $33.99.

What is the analyst price target for HAL?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for HAL is $43.25. This implies a potential upside of 27.2% from current levels.

Halliburton (HAL) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

HAL - Halliburton Company

OIL & GAS FIELD SERVICES, NEC

$33.99

0.40 (1.19%) ▲

5d: +3.53%

30d: +3.47%

90d: +3.91%

HOLD

MODERATE Confidence

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Analysis Updated: Oct 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET

Earnings: Oct 20, 2026 0d

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Signal fired Oct 19, 2026 at $32.98 · last confirmed Oct 21, 2026

Strength: 7.7/10

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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: HAL shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

Adjust Growth Assumption: 25.0%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$72.56

Based on 14.5% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$45.06

24.6% 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 12.8x Exit PE.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: HAL is currently trading at $33.99, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $32.07 to $33.98. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 11.7) is in line with its historical norms (12.8). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.9% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 16.1% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.

Technical Outlook: Technically, HAL is in a downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $34.02. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.

Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 45/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $43.25 (+27.2%). 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 EXTENDED

Historical Trading Range $32.07 - $33.98

Company Quality Score 57/100 (HOLD)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 51.0%

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All Signals

BEARISH: Price extended above range
NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
BULLISH: Trading 27.2% below Wall St target ($43.25)
NEUTRAL: Bottoming setup forming (45/100) — watch for confirmation

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $32.07 - $33.98

Current vs Trading Range EXTENDED

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $32.01

Resistance Level $34.03

Current Trend Downtrend

Technical data as of Oct 21, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 11.68

Wall Street Target $43.25 (+27.2%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) 3.7%

Earnings Growth (YoY) 16.1%

Profit Margin 7.2%

Valuation Discount vs History -2.9% cheaper

PE vs Historical 11.7 vs 12.8 FAIR

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): -2.9% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $33.00 (-3%)

2-Year Target $32.05 (-6%)

3-Year Target $31.12 (-9%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 12→13) $34.11 (+0%)

3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth

Bull: (PE: 19.9, Growth: 25.3%) $113.60 (+234%)

Base: (SPY PE: 11.7, Growth: 25.3%) $66.79 (+97%)

Bear: (PE: 9.9, Growth: 25.3%) $56.77 (+67%)

📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings

RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (18x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (12x PE) as earnings recover.

Trailing PE: 17.68 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.90

Bull Case $56.61 (+67%)

Analyst growth 53.2%, PE expands to 19.5

Base Case $51.47 (+51%)

Market implied 53.2%, PE stable at 17.7

Bear Case $22.84 (-33%)

Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 15.0

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 11.7 to 12.8

Stabilization Target: $37.26 (+9.6%)

PE Expansion Potential: +9.6%

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