M Macy's Inc. RETAIL-DEPARTMENT STORES

Macy's (M) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

$24.85
-0.23 (-0.92%) ▼
5d: -3.31% 30d: +9.28% 90d: +4.24%
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
WAIT
LOW Confidence (21%)
Quality Score
44/100
Position
EXTENDED
30-Day Fair Range
$22.89 – $24.58
Position: EXTENDED
Forward P/E & Valuation
11.6x STRETCHED
vs 10.0x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$23.10
-7.0% vs target
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$23.03 / $26.10
Trend: Strong Uptrend
💡Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
Forward Earnings Fair Value & Price Prediction →
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Smart Money Distribution

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Signal fired Oct 12, 2026 at $22.99 · last confirmed Nov 10, 2026

Strength: 8.2/10

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Interactive Price Chart (1 Month)

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$21.96
Based on 0.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$13.63
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 10.0x Exit PE.

In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: M is currently trading at $24.85, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $22.89 to $24.58. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 11.6) compared to its historical average (10.0). At these levels, the market is pricing in 5.1% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.

Technical Outlook: Technically, M is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $23.02, while resistance sits at $26.10.

Market Sentiment: M scores 29/100 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 $22.89 - $24.58
Company Quality Score 44/100 (HOLD)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 20.5%

Trading Range & Key Levels

30-Day Trading Range $22.89 - $24.58
Current vs Trading Range EXTENDED
Support Level $23.03
Resistance Level $26.10
Current Trend Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of Nov 11, 2026

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Quantitative Signal Breakdown

  • BEARISH: Price extended above range
  • BEARISH: Weak technical setup (29/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • BEARISH: Trading above Wall St target ($23.10)
  • NEUTRAL: Trading at premium valuation - market expects 5.1% growth which is achievable
  • WARNING: Composite score 44/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 11.61
Wall Street Target $23.10 (-7.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) 1.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY) 100.0%
Profit Margin 3.3%
Valuation Premium vs History +5.1% premium
PE vs Historical 11.6 vs 10.0 STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): +5.1% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $26.12 (+5%)
2-Year Target $27.45 (+11%)
3-Year Target $28.85 (+16%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 12→10) PE COMPRESSION $24.84 (0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull: (PE: 19.9, Growth: -2.9%) $38.90 (+57%)
Base: (SPY PE: 11.6, Growth: -2.9%) $22.75 (-8%)
Bear: (PE: 9.9, Growth: -2.9%) $19.34 (-22%)
📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 9.15 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.74
Bull Case $21.54 (-13%)
Analyst growth -21.9%, PE expands to 10.1
Base Case $19.58 (-21%)
Market implied -21.9%, PE stable at 9.2
Bear Case $17.05 (-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 7.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Reddit & Retail Trader Sentiment (M)

Neutral 1 Retail Mentions
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