Motorola Solutions, Inc. New (MSI) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
MSI - Motorola Solutions, Inc. New
$477.81
10.31 (2.21%)
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5d:
+4.69%
30d:
+3.77%
90d:
+14.36%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 04, 2026
11d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: MSI is fairly valued with market pricing in 1.2% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
📊 HOLD: MSI is fairly valued with market pricing in 1.2% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$639.32
Based on 6.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$396.97
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 23.7x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: MSI is currently trading at $477.81, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $447.96 to $464.98. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 24.6) is in line with its historical norms (23.7). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.2% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MSI is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $479.48. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: MSI scores 35/100 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. 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $526.91 (+10.3%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MSI is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $479.48. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: MSI scores 35/100 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. 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $526.91 (+10.3%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$447.96 -
$464.98
Company Quality Score
57/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
41.2%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (35/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($526.91)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 1.2% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$447.96 -
$464.98
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$22.47
(4.7%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$441.05
Resistance Level
$479.48
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 22, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
24.59
Wall Street Target
$526.91
(+10.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
13.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
9.5%
Profit Margin
17.4%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.2% premium
PE vs Historical
24.6 vs 23.7
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$483.54
(+1%)
2-Year Target
$489.35
(+2%)
3-Year Target
$495.22
(+4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 25→24)
PE COMPRESSION
$477.29
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 24.6, Growth: 9.6%)
$629.49
(+32%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 9.6%)
$508.40
(+6%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.9, Growth: 9.6%)
$432.14
(-10%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (36x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (25x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 36.49 | Current EPS (TTM): $12.81
Bull Case
$780.03
(+63%)
Analyst growth 51.7%, PE expands to 40.1
Base Case
$709.12
(+48%)
Market implied 51.7%, PE stable at 36.5
Bear Case
$317.90
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 31.0
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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