ManpowerGroup (MAN) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
MAN - ManpowerGroup
$48.14
1.54 (3.30%)
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5d:
+16.03%
30d:
-15.57%
90d:
-10.3%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 15, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: MAN shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 7.6% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: MAN shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 7.6% 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
$72.33
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$44.91
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 8.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: MAN is currently trading at $48.14, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $48.58 to $58.73. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 10.0) compared to its historical average (8.0). At these levels, the market is pricing in 7.6% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MAN is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $40.07, while resistance sits at $54.46. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.3% recently.
Market Sentiment: MAN scores 65/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $52.33 (+12.3%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MAN is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $40.07, while resistance sits at $54.46. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.3% recently.
Market Sentiment: MAN scores 65/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $52.33 (+12.3%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$48.58 -
$58.73
Company Quality Score
60/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
91.9%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (65/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.3%)
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($52.33)
- NEUTRAL: Trading at premium valuation - market expects 7.6% growth which is achievable
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 65/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$48.58 -
$58.73
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$40.07
Resistance Level
$54.46
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 22, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.04
Wall Street Target
$52.33
(+12.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
4.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
86.8%
Profit Margin
0.6%
Valuation Premium vs History
+7.6% premium
PE vs Historical
10.0 vs 8.0
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+7.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$50.14
(+8%)
2-Year Target
$53.95
(+16%)
3-Year Target
$58.05
(+25%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→8)
PE COMPRESSION
$46.27
(-1%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 29.2%)
$199.08
(+327%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 10.0, Growth: 29.2%)
$100.61
(+116%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.0, Growth: 29.2%)
$80.19
(+72%)
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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: 17.64 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.53
Bull Case
$90.11
(+93%)
Analyst growth 83.5%, PE expands to 19.4
Base Case
$81.92
(+76%)
Market implied 83.5%, PE stable at 17.6
Bear Case
$30.36
(-35%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 15.0
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Last updated: October 23, 2026 1:20 PM ET
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