MCHP Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
MCHP - Microchip Technology Inc
$76.08
0.27 (0.36%)
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5d:
-3.9%
30d:
-6.48%
90d:
-16.5%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 06, 2026
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Signal fired Aug 17, 2026 at $80.69 · last confirmed Aug 18, 2026
Strength: 8.1/10
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: MCHP is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -4.8% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: MCHP is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -4.8% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$129.61
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$80.48
5.5% 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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: MCHP is currently trading at $76.08, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $75.62 to $83.21. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 28.6) compared to its historical average (33.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 4.8% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MCHP is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $75.06. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: MCHP 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $109.21 (+43.5%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MCHP is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $75.06. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: MCHP 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $109.21 (+43.5%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$75.62 -
$83.21
Company Quality Score
40/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
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- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (29/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 43.5% below Wall St target ($109.21)
- WARNING: Composite score 40/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$75.62 -
$83.21
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$75.06
Resistance Level
$85.66
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
28.58
Wall Street Target
$109.21
(+43.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
38.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-81.6%
Profit Margin
9.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-4.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
28.6 vs 33.2
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-4.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$72.43
(-5%)
2-Year Target
$68.95
(-9%)
3-Year Target
$65.64
(-14%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 29â33)
$76.26
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 28.6, Growth: 69.7%)
$256.77
(+238%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.1, Growth: 69.7%)
$180.33
(+137%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.1, Growth: 69.7%)
$153.28
(+102%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Forward PE: 20.88 | Forward EPS (Implied): $3.64
Bull Case
$91.87
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 21.9
Base Case
$76.08
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 20.9
Bear Case
$58.20
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 18.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 28.6 to 33.2
Stabilization Target:
$88.39
(+16.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+16.2%
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