Landmark Bancorp (LARK) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
LARK - Landmark Bancorp Inc
$31.49
0.19 (0.62%)
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5d:
-1.5%
30d:
-1.04%
90d:
+2.67%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 1, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 04, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: LARK shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: LARK 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
$61.67
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$38.29
17.8% 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 9.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: LARK is currently trading at $31.49, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $31.45 to $32.50. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 9.0) is in line with its historical norms (9.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.5% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 22.2% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LARK is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $30.77. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 41/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $34.50 (+10.2%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LARK is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $30.77. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 41/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $34.50 (+10.2%). 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
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$31.45 -
$32.50
Company Quality Score
57/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
77.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (41/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($34.50)
- NEUTRAL: Bottoming setup forming (41/100) — watch for confirmation
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$31.45 -
$32.50
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$30.77
Resistance Level
$32.50
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 1, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
8.99
Wall Street Target
$34.50
(+10.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
14.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
22.2%
Profit Margin
27.8%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
9.0 vs 9.1
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$31.14
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$30.98
(-1%)
3-Year Target
$30.83
(-2%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9→9)
$31.20
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.4, Growth: 28.8%)
$71.61
(+129%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.0, Growth: 28.8%)
$31.57
(+1%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.6, Growth: 28.8%)
$26.83
(-14%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (9x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (9x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 9.45 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.28
Bull Case
$36.17
(+16%)
Analyst growth 6.1%, PE expands to 10.4
Base Case
$32.88
(+5%)
Market implied 6.1%, PE stable at 9.5
Bear Case
$21.07
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 8.0
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 9.0 to 9.1
Stabilization Target:
$31.67
(+1.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+1.2%
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Last updated: October 02, 2026 9:16 AM ET
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