LIN Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
LIN - Linde plc Ordinary Share
$516.71
4.56 (0.89%)
▲
5d:
-1.31%
30d:
+1.99%
90d:
+5.85%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 07, 2026
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Strength: 5.1/10
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: LIN shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.5% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: LIN shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.5% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$687.25
Based on 6.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$426.73
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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: LIN is currently trading at $516.71, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $502.92 to $517.25. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 26.2) is in line with its historical norms (25.1). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.5% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LIN is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $517.62. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: LIN has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LIN is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $517.62. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: LIN has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$502.92 -
$517.25
Company Quality Score
63/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
72.4%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($545.44)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 1.5% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$502.92 -
$517.25
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$488.88
Resistance Level
$517.62
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
26.22
Wall Street Target
$545.44
(+5.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
8.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
13.4%
Profit Margin
20.4%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.5% premium
PE vs Historical
26.2 vs 25.1
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$524.46
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$532.33
(+3%)
3-Year Target
$540.31
(+5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 26→25)
PE COMPRESSION
$517.32
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 26.2, Growth: 9.8%)
$684.09
(+32%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 21.8, Growth: 9.8%)
$568.34
(+10%)
Bear:
(PE: 18.5, Growth: 9.8%)
$483.09
(-7%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (34x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (26x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 34.01 | Current EPS (TTM): $15.06
Bull Case
$737.31
(+43%)
Analyst growth 30.9%, PE expands to 37.4
Base Case
$670.28
(+30%)
Market implied 30.9%, PE stable at 34.0
Bear Case
$348.26
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 28.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
7
Buys
5
Sells
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Net
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