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MATADOR RESOURCES (MTDR) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

$53.47
+0.66 (+1.25%) ▲
5d: +6.07% 30d: -0.56% 90d: -4.42%
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
WAIT
LOW Confidence (83%)
Quality Score
51/100
Position
FAIR
30-Day Fair Range
$51.82 – $58.42
Position: FAIR
Forward P/E & Valuation
5.3x CHEAP
vs 7.4x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$70.45
+31.8% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$48.21 / $59.82
Trend: Uptrend
💡Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
Forward Earnings Fair Value & Price Prediction →
â„šī¸ NEUTRAL: MTDR is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -10.8% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. 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
$123.12
Based on 10.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$76.45
30.1% 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 7.4x Exit PE.

In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: MTDR is currently trading at $53.47, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $51.82 to $58.42. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 5.3) compared to its historical average (7.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 10.8% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.

Technical Outlook: Technically, MTDR is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $48.21, while resistance sits at $59.82.

Market Sentiment: MTDR scores 61/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $70.45 (+31.8%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position FAIR
Historical Trading Range $51.82 - $58.42
Company Quality Score 51/100 (HOLD)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 83.3%

Trading Range & Key Levels

30-Day Trading Range $51.82 - $58.42
Current vs Trading Range FAIR
Support Level $48.21
Resistance Level $59.82
Current Trend Uptrend
Technical data as of Nov 13, 2026

Quantitative Signal Breakdown

  • NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
  • BULLISH: Strong technical setup (61/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • BULLISH: Trading 31.8% below Wall St target ($70.45)
  • WARNING: Composite score 50/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 5.26
Wall Street Target $70.45 (+31.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) 52.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY) -2.0%
Profit Margin 16.7%
Valuation Discount vs History -10.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical 5.3 vs 7.4 CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): -10.8% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $48.12 (-10%)
2-Year Target $43.31 (-19%)
3-Year Target $38.98 (-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 5→7) $54.84 (+3%)
3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull: (PE: 19.9, Growth: 16.9%) $322.46 (+503%)
Base: (SPY PE: 5.3, Growth: 16.9%) $85.41 (+60%)
Bear: (PE: 4.5, Growth: 16.9%) $72.59 (+36%)
📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (9x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (5x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 9.19 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.79
Bull Case $102.74 (+92%)
Analyst growth 75.6%, PE expands to 10.1
Base Case $93.40 (+75%)
Market implied 75.6%, PE stable at 9.2
Bear Case $36.18 (-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 7.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
💡 Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 5.3 to 7.4
Stabilization Target: $75.22 (+40.7%)
PE Expansion Potential: +40.7%
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Reddit & Retail Trader Sentiment (MTDR)

Bullish 2 Retail Mentions
Reddit / WSB Comments
1
Bearish
StockTwits Volume
1 msgs
24h retail stream
Last Tracked
Nov 13, 2026
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AI Retail Discussion Summary: StockTwits messages indicate bullish sentiment towards $MTDR, with traders highlighting insider buying as a supportive factor.
Key Retail Themes: Insider buying as a bullish indicator
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Last updated: November 13, 2026 7:13 PM ET
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