IHRT Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
IHRT - iHeartMedia, Inc. Class A Common Stock
$3.98
0.39 (10.86%)
▲
5d:
+9.94%
30d:
-9.13%
90d:
-37.12%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 10, 2026
6d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: IHRT trades at premium valuation expecting 26.4% growth. Hold existing positions but don't chase. Wait for better entry.
📊 HOLD: IHRT trades at premium valuation expecting 26.4% growth. Hold existing positions but don't chase. Wait for better entry.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: IHRT is currently trading at $3.98, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $3.64 to $4.22. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 97.5) compared to its historical average (48.3). At these levels, the market is pricing in 26.4% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, IHRT is showing sideways momentum. The price is approaching resistance at $4.04. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 10.9% recently.
Market Sentiment: IHRT has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. 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. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, IHRT is showing sideways momentum. The price is approaching resistance at $4.04. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 10.9% recently.
Market Sentiment: IHRT has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. 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. 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
$3.64 -
$4.22
Company Quality Score
48/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.7%
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- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+10.9%)
- BEARISH: Trading above Wall St target ($3.62)
- NEUTRAL: PE elevated vs history but 26.4% growth expectation is conservative given 153% recent growth
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$3.64 -
$4.22
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$0.52
(12.9%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$3.39
Resistance Level
$4.04
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Aug 3, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
97.55
Wall Street Target
$3.63
(-8.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
9.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
153.1%
Profit Margin
-7.3%
Valuation Premium vs History
+26.4% premium
PE vs Historical
97.6 vs 48.3
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+26.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$5.03
(+26%)
2-Year Target
$6.36
(+60%)
3-Year Target
$8.04
(+102%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 98→48)
PE COMPRESSION
$3.98
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
2
Buys
0
Sells
+
Net
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