MTX
Minerals Technologies Inc
INDUSTRIAL INORGANIC CHEMICALS
Minerals Technologies (MTX) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$62.12
+0.25 (+0.40%)
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5d:
-5.64%
30d:
-2.68%
90d:
-14.62%
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
WAIT
LOW Confidence (80%)
Quality Score
50/100
Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
30-Day Fair Range
$62.06 â $64.62
Position: SLIGHTLY LOW
Forward P/E & Valuation
9.4x
FAIR
vs 10.2x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$90.50
+46.3% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$61.00 / $66.62
Trend: Strong Downtrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
Forward Earnings Fair Value & Price Prediction →
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: MTX is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -2.5% 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
$104.70
Based on 9.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$65.01
4.4% 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 10.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: MTX is currently trading at $62.12, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $62.06 to $64.62. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 9.4) is in line with its historical norms (10.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.5% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MTX is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $61.00. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 55/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $90.50 (+46.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MTX is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $61.00. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 55/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $90.50 (+46.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$62.06 -
$64.62
Company Quality Score
50/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$62.06 -
$64.62
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support Level
$61.00
Resistance Level
$66.62
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Nov 11, 2026
Quantitative Signal Breakdown
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 46.3% below Wall St target ($90.50)
- WARNING: Composite score 50/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.42
Wall Street Target
$90.50
(+46.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
4.2%
Profit Margin
-3.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
9.4 vs 10.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$60.32
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$58.82
(-5%)
3-Year Target
$57.34
(-7%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9â10)
$62.11
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 14.8%)
$197.20
(+219%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.4, Growth: 14.8%)
$93.51
(+51%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.0, Growth: 14.8%)
$79.48
(+29%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 9.4 to 10.2
Stabilization Target:
$67.01
(+8.3%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+8.3%
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Bullish
2 Retail Mentions
Reddit / WSB Comments
1
Bearish
StockTwits Volume
1 msgs
24h retail stream
Last Tracked
May 21, 2026
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Last updated: November 11, 2026 3:33 PM ET
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