Icon (ICLR) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$199.70
-4.93 (-2.41%)
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5d:
-1.68%
30d:
+21.52%
90d:
+19.24%
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QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
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LOW Confidence (55%)
Quality Score
31/100
Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
30-Day Fair Range
$167.60 â $203.98
Position: SLIGHTLY HIGH
Forward P/E & Valuation
17.2x
STRETCHED
vs 12.4x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$231.29
+15.8% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$197.21 / $219.04
Trend: Uptrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
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âšī¸ NEUTRAL: ICLR is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 11.5% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
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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
$199.28
Based on 6.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$123.74
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 12.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ICLR is currently trading at $199.70, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $167.60 to $203.98. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 17.2) compared to its historical average (12.4). At these levels, the market is pricing in 11.5% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ICLR is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $197.21. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: ICLR scores 0/100 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. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $231.29 (+15.8%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ICLR is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $197.21. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: ICLR scores 0/100 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. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $231.29 (+15.8%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$167.60 -
$203.98
Company Quality Score
31/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
54.6%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$167.60 -
$203.98
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Expected Move (7 Days)
Âą$12.33
(6.2%)
Support Level
$197.21
Resistance Level
$219.04
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Nov 11, 2026
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View Profit Protection PlanQuantitative Signal Breakdown
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (0/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($231.29)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 11.5% growth with -2.9% revenue growth
- WARNING: Composite score 31/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
17.21
Wall Street Target
$231.29
(+15.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-2.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-63.3%
Profit Margin
5.3%
Valuation Premium vs History
+11.5% premium
PE vs Historical
17.2 vs 12.4
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+11.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$222.67
(+12%)
2-Year Target
$248.27
(+24%)
3-Year Target
$276.82
(+39%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 17â12)
PE COMPRESSION
$199.44
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 9.5%)
$302.81
(+52%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 17.2, Growth: 9.5%)
$262.43
(+31%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.4, Growth: 9.5%)
$189.07
(-5%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (18x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (17x PE) as earnings recover.
Forward PE: 18.25 | Forward EPS (Implied): $10.94
Bull Case
$241.14
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 19.2
Base Case
$199.70
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 18.3
Bear Case
$152.77
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 16.4
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Bullish
2 Retail Mentions
Reddit / WSB Comments
1
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Last Tracked
Oct 28, 2026
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AI Retail Discussion Summary:
Icon PLC (ICLR) reported Q3 earnings of $2.66 per share, beating estimates, and revenue of $2.02 billion, surpassing consensus. The company has topped revenue estimates in the last three quarters.
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