Leidos (LDOS) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
LDOS - Leidos Holdings, Inc.
$119.70
-2.28 (-1.87%)
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5d:
-3.17%
30d:
-10.53%
90d:
+10.09%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 1, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 03, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: LDOS shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: LDOS 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
$177.82
Based on 3.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$110.41
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 11.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: LDOS is currently trading at $119.69, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $123.75 to $136.07. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 9.6) compared to its historical average (11.8). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 6.8% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LDOS is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $121.11. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 52/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $157.73 (+29.3%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LDOS is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $121.11. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 52/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $157.73 (+29.3%). 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
$123.75 -
$136.07
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
83.5%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (52/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 29.3% below Wall St target ($157.73)
- NEUTRAL: Bottoming setup forming (52/100) — watch for confirmation
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$123.75 -
$136.07
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$5.88
(4.9%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$121.11
Resistance Level
$130.84
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 1, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.57
Wall Street Target
$157.73
(+29.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
7.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-6.7%
Profit Margin
7.8%
Valuation Discount vs History
-6.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
9.6 vs 11.8
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-6.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$113.68
(-7%)
2-Year Target
$105.95
(-13%)
3-Year Target
$98.74
(-19%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→12)
$121.80
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.4, Growth: 2.8%)
$282.82
(+132%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.6, Growth: 2.8%)
$132.62
(+9%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.1, Growth: 2.8%)
$112.73
(-8%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (11x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 11.49 | Current EPS (TTM): $10.60
Bull Case
$161.20
(+32%)
Analyst growth 20.3%, PE expands to 12.6
Base Case
$146.54
(+20%)
Market implied 20.3%, PE stable at 11.5
Bear Case
$82.84
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 9.8
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 9.6 to 11.8
Stabilization Target:
$150.45
(+23.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+23.4%
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0
Buys
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Sells
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