MEDP Medpace Holdings, Inc. Common Stock SERVICES-COMMERCIAL PHYSICAL & BIOLOGICAL RESEARCH Best Diagnostics Stocks 2026 →

Medpace (MEDP) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

$653.94
-2.90 (-0.44%) â–ŧ
5d: +0.13% 30d: +4.03% 90d: +9.52%
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
WAIT
LOW Confidence (75%)
Quality Score
49/100
Position
FAIR
30-Day Fair Range
$617.56 – $669.52
Position: FAIR
Forward P/E & Valuation
32.9x FAIR
vs 29.1x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$651.31
-0.4% vs target
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$632.11 / $679.18
Trend: Strong Uptrend
💡Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
Forward Earnings Fair Value & Price Prediction →
â„šī¸ NEUTRAL: MEDP is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 4.2% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.

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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
$665.51
Based on 6.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$413.23
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 25.0x Exit PE.

In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: MEDP is currently trading at $653.94, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $617.56 to $669.52. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 32.9) compared to its historical average (29.1). At these levels, the market is pricing in 4.2% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.

Technical Outlook: Technically, MEDP is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $632.11, while resistance sits at $679.18.

Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 44/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position FAIR
Historical Trading Range $617.56 - $669.52
Company Quality Score 49/100 (HOLD)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 74.6%

Trading Range & Key Levels

30-Day Trading Range $617.56 - $669.52
Current vs Trading Range FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days) Âą$32.29 (4.9%)
Support Level $632.11
Resistance Level $679.18
Current Trend Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of Nov 13, 2026

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Quantitative Signal Breakdown

  • NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
  • BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
  • NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (44/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($651.31)
  • NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 4.2% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
  • WARNING: Composite score 49/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 32.94
Wall Street Target $651.31 (-0.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) 8.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY) 25.4%
Profit Margin 18.2%
Valuation Premium vs History +4.2% premium
PE vs Historical 32.9 vs 29.1 FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): +4.2% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $681.41 (+4%)
2-Year Target $710.02 (+9%)
3-Year Target $739.85 (+13%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 33→29) PE COMPRESSION $653.67 (0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull: (PE: 32.9, Growth: 8.1%) $827.00 (+27%)
Base: (SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 8.1%) $498.66 (-24%)
Bear: (PE: 16.9, Growth: 8.1%) $423.86 (-35%)
📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (36x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (33x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 35.92 | Current EPS (TTM): $18.01
Bull Case $784.56 (+20%)
Analyst growth 10.2%, PE expands to 39.5
Base Case $713.23 (+9%)
Market implied 10.2%, PE stable at 35.9
Bear Case $439.94 (-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 30.5
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Reddit & Retail Trader Sentiment (MEDP)

Bullish 2 Retail Mentions
Reddit / WSB Comments
1
Bullish
StockTwits Volume
1 msgs
24h retail stream
Last Tracked
Oct 15, 2026
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AI Retail Discussion Summary: A user on StockTwits with 946 followers is expressing bullish sentiment towards $MEDP, as the company is set to release earnings next week and the stock has broken above its 50-day moving average.
Key Retail Themes: earnings release technical analysis
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Last updated: November 13, 2026 6:15 PM ET
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