IQV Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
IQV - IQVIA Holdings Inc.
$167.81
0.04 (0.02%)
▲
5d:
-7.52%
30d:
-2.15%
90d:
+1.05%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 28, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: IQV shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: IQV 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
$283.66
Based on 7.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$176.13
4.7% 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 14.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: IQV is currently trading at $167.81, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $168.92 to $183.57. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 11.8) compared to its historical average (14.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.4% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 15.0% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, IQV is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $163.01. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $225.47 (+34.4%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, IQV is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $163.01. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $225.47 (+34.4%). 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
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$168.92 -
$183.57
Company Quality Score
52/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 34.4% below Wall St target ($225.47)
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -7.5% 5-day decline
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$168.92 -
$183.57
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$163.02
Resistance Level
$190.68
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
11.82
Wall Street Target
$225.47
(+34.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
8.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
15.0%
Profit Margin
8.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-5.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
11.8 vs 14.0
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-5.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$158.75
(-5%)
2-Year Target
$150.18
(-11%)
3-Year Target
$142.07
(-15%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 12→14)
$168.26
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 10.8%)
$420.62
(+151%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 11.8, Growth: 10.8%)
$228.27
(+36%)
Bear:
(PE: 10.0, Growth: 10.8%)
$194.03
(+16%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (21x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (12x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 20.73 | Current EPS (TTM): $8.05
Bull Case
$323.72
(+93%)
Analyst growth 76.4%, PE expands to 22.8
Base Case
$294.29
(+75%)
Market implied 76.4%, PE stable at 20.7
Bear Case
$113.47
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 17.6
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 11.8 to 14.0
Stabilization Target:
$198.76
(+18.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+18.4%
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1
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Sells
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