Jacobs Solutions (J) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
J - Jacobs Solutions Inc.
$146.26
3.77 (2.65%)
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5d:
+3.02%
30d:
+3.64%
90d:
+8.7%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 19, 2026
26d
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: J shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 2.2% growth. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: J shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 2.2% growth. Moderate conviction.
J is flagged by 1 backtest-validated scanner today
SPY Bullish (stocks from this scanner have beaten SPY by a median 0.37% over the next 20 trading days; J has been on it 1 day). Backtested on 8 months of scanner history vs the S&P 500, as of 2026-10-22.
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Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$208.26
Based on 8.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$129.31
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 16.7x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: J is currently trading at $146.26, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $137.59 to $143.05. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 17.8) is in line with its historical norms (16.7). At these levels, the market is pricing in 2.2% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, J is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $146.69. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: J scores 60/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $162.33 (+11.0%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, J is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $146.69. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: J scores 60/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $162.33 (+11.0%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$137.59 -
$143.05
Company Quality Score
57/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
91.4%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($162.33)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 2.2% growth with 34.5% revenue growth
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 60/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$137.59 -
$143.05
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$136.68
Resistance Level
$146.69
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 22, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
17.76
Wall Street Target
$162.33
(+11.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
34.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-25.4%
Profit Margin
2.4%
Valuation Premium vs History
+2.2% premium
PE vs Historical
17.8 vs 16.7
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+2.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$149.48
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$152.77
(+4%)
3-Year Target
$156.13
(+7%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 18→17)
PE COMPRESSION
$146.84
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 13.4%)
$238.31
(+63%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 17.8, Growth: 13.4%)
$213.07
(+46%)
Bear:
(PE: 15.1, Growth: 13.4%)
$181.11
(+24%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (47x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (18x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 47.34 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.01
Bull Case
$313.48
(+114%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 52.1
Base Case
$284.98
(+95%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 47.3
Bear Case
$96.89
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 40.2
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Last updated: October 22, 2026 11:33 PM ET
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