MC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
MC - MOELIS & COMPANY
$68.29
1.42 (2.12%)
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5d:
-0.18%
30d:
+4.15%
90d:
+4.02%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 29, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: MC shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.4% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: MC shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.4% 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
$131.95
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$81.93
16.6% Margin of Safety
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 17.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: MC is currently trading at $68.29, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $66.00 to $68.82. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 17.4) is in line with its historical norms (17.3). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.4% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MC is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $62.95, while resistance sits at $70.51.
Market Sentiment: MC scores 60/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MC is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $62.95, while resistance sits at $70.51.
Market Sentiment: MC scores 60/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$66.00 -
$68.82
Company Quality Score
55/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
72.4%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($71.50)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 0.4% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 60/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$66.00 -
$68.82
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$62.95
Resistance Level
$70.51
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
17.44
Wall Street Target
$71.50
(+4.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
12.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
17.1%
Profit Margin
14.5%
Valuation Premium vs History
+0.4% premium
PE vs Historical
17.4 vs 17.3
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+0.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$68.56
(+0%)
2-Year Target
$68.84
(+1%)
3-Year Target
$69.11
(+1%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 17→17)
PE COMPRESSION
$68.57
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 27.0%)
$161.12
(+136%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 17.4, Growth: 27.0%)
$139.97
(+105%)
Bear:
(PE: 14.8, Growth: 27.0%)
$118.98
(+74%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (23x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (17x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 23.24 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.95
Bull Case
$100.13
(+47%)
Analyst growth 32.8%, PE expands to 25.6
Base Case
$91.02
(+33%)
Market implied 32.8%, PE stable at 23.2
Bear Case
$46.62
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 19.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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