Mayville Engineering (MEC) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
MEC - Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.
$16.44
0.76 (4.85%)
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5d:
-4.2%
30d:
-14.51%
90d:
-52.22%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 03, 2026
29d
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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: MEC shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: MEC shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$49.49
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$30.73
46.5% 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: MEC is currently trading at $16.44, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $16.64 to $19.68. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 16.2) compared to its historical average (28.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 17.2% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MEC is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $14.36, while resistance sits at $17.82. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.8% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 58/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (22th 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 $36.80 (+123.8%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MEC is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $14.36, while resistance sits at $17.82. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.8% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 58/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (22th 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 $36.80 (+123.8%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$16.64 -
$19.68
Company Quality Score
51/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
22th percentile
(COMPLACENCY WARNING)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
87.3%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 22th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (58/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+4.8%)
- BULLISH: Trading 123.8% below Wall St target ($36.80)
- WARNING: Composite score 51/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$16.64 -
$19.68
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$1.43
(8.7%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$14.36
Resistance Level
$17.82
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
16.17
Wall Street Target
$36.80
(+123.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
23.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-99.4%
Profit Margin
-2.9%
Valuation Discount vs History
-17.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
16.2 vs 28.5
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-17.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$14.80
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$13.32
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$11.98
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 16→29)
$21.12
(+29%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.4, Growth: 293.3%)
$69.99
(+326%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 16.2, Growth: 293.3%)
$55.49
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 13.7, Growth: 293.3%)
$47.16
(+187%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 16.2 to 28.5
Stabilization Target:
$28.97
(+76.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+76.2%
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Last updated: October 03, 2026 8:31 PM ET
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