ManpowerGroup (MAN) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$46.04
-0.08 (-0.16%)
▼
5d:
-0.51%
30d:
-11.4%
90d:
-21.04%
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
BUY
MODERATE Confidence (84%)
Quality Score
63/100
Position
FAIR
30-Day Fair Range
$43.72 – $50.93
Position: FAIR
Forward P/E & Valuation
9.9x
STRETCHED
vs 8.2x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$51.94
+12.7% upside
Options IV & Volume
8th pct IV
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$44.02 / $47.70
Trend: Sideways
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
Forward Earnings Fair Value & Price Prediction →
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: MAN shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 6.7% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
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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
$74.13
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$46.03
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 8.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: MAN is currently trading at $46.03, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $43.72 to $50.93. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 9.9) compared to its historical average (8.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 6.7% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MAN is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $44.02, while resistance sits at $47.70.
Market Sentiment: MAN scores 68/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (8th 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 $51.94 (+12.7%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MAN is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $44.02, while resistance sits at $47.70.
Market Sentiment: MAN scores 68/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (8th 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 $51.94 (+12.7%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$43.72 -
$50.93
Company Quality Score
63/100
(BUY)
Options IV Signal
8th percentile
(COMPLACENCY WARNING)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
83.8%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$43.72 -
$50.93
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$2.96
(6.4%)
Support Level
$44.02
Resistance Level
$47.70
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Nov 12, 2026
Quantitative Signal Breakdown
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 8th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (68/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($51.94)
- NEUTRAL: Trading at premium valuation - market expects 6.7% growth which is achievable
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 68/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.93
Wall Street Target
$51.94
(+12.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
4.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
86.8%
Profit Margin
0.6%
Valuation Premium vs History
+6.7% premium
PE vs Historical
9.9 vs 8.2
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+6.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$49.20
(+7%)
2-Year Target
$52.50
(+14%)
3-Year Target
$56.01
(+22%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→8)
PE COMPRESSION
$46.24
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 28.9%)
$197.68
(+329%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.9, Growth: 28.9%)
$98.86
(+114%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.2, Growth: 28.9%)
$81.62
(+77%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (18x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 18.19 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.53
Bull Case
$92.89
(+102%)
Analyst growth 83.5%, PE expands to 20.0
Base Case
$84.45
(+83%)
Market implied 83.5%, PE stable at 18.2
Bear Case
$31.29
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 15.5
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Bearish
2 Retail Mentions
Reddit / WSB Comments
1
Bullish
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1 msgs
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Last Tracked
Nov 12, 2026
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Last updated: November 12, 2026 3:16 PM ET
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