IQVIA (IQV) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
IQV - IQVIA Holdings Inc.
$276.63
8.78 (3.28%)
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5d:
+5.58%
30d:
+2.42%
90d:
+33.43%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 27, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: IQV shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: IQV shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$311.33
Based on 7.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$193.31
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 15.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: IQV is currently trading at $276.63, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $261.38 to $271.27. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 19.2) compared to its historical average (15.0). At these levels, the market is pricing in 8.5% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, IQV is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $277.28. 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 3.3% recently.
Market Sentiment: IQV scores 25/100 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. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, IQV is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $277.28. 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 3.3% recently.
Market Sentiment: IQV scores 25/100 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. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$261.38 -
$271.27
Company Quality Score
48/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
31.9%
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- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.3%)
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($300.95)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 8.5% growth with 8.7% revenue growth
- WARNING: Composite score 48/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$261.38 -
$271.27
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$252.56
Resistance Level
$277.28
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
19.20
Wall Street Target
$300.95
(+8.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
8.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-0.6%
Profit Margin
8.1%
Valuation Premium vs History
+8.5% premium
PE vs Historical
19.2 vs 15.0
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+8.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$300.14
(+9%)
2-Year Target
$325.66
(+18%)
3-Year Target
$353.34
(+28%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 19→15)
PE COMPRESSION
$276.09
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 11.2%)
$393.63
(+42%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.2, Growth: 11.2%)
$380.48
(+38%)
Bear:
(PE: 15.0, Growth: 11.2%)
$297.30
(+8%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (34x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (19x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 33.66 | Current EPS (TTM): $8.05
Bull Case
$533.54
(+93%)
Analyst growth 79.0%, PE expands to 37.0
Base Case
$485.03
(+75%)
Market implied 79.0%, PE stable at 33.7
Bear Case
$184.25
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 28.6
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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