What is the fair value of NE stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for NE to be between $42.63 and $46.90. The current price is $45.28.

What is the analyst price target for NE?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for NE is $48.45. This implies a potential upside of 7.0% from current levels.

Noble (NE) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

NE - Noble Corporation plc

DRILLING OIL & GAS WELLS

$45.28

-0.46 (-1.01%) ▼

5d: -2.81%

30d: +2.72%

90d: -1.84%

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Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET

Earnings: Oct 26, 2026

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Signal fired Sep 4, 2026 at $45.61 · last confirmed Sep 9, 2026

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Bottom Line:
ℹ️ NEUTRAL: NE is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 0.4% 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

Adjust Growth Assumption: 25.0%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$86.97

Based on 14.5% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$54.00

16.2% 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 21.9x Exit PE.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: NE is currently trading at $45.28, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $42.63 to $46.90. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 22.2) is in line with its historical norms (21.9). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.4% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.

Technical Outlook: Technically, NE is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $44.69. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.

Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 43/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position FAIR

Historical Trading Range $42.63 - $46.90

Company Quality Score 48/100 (HOLD)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 68.6%

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All Signals

NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (43/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($48.45)
NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 0.4% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
WARNING: Composite score 48/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $42.63 - $46.90

Current vs Trading Range FAIR

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $44.69

Resistance Level $48.51

Current Trend Downtrend

Technical data as of Sep 11, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 22.20

Wall Street Target $48.45 (+7.0%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) -16.3%

Earnings Growth (YoY) 11.9%

Profit Margin 5.2%

Valuation Premium vs History +0.4% premium

PE vs Historical 22.2 vs 21.9 FAIR

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): +0.4% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $45.46 (+0%)

2-Year Target $45.64 (+1%)

3-Year Target $45.83 (+1%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 22→22) PE COMPRESSION $45.20 (0%)

Earnings growth offset by PE compression

3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth

Bull: (PE: 22.2, Growth: 304.1%) $152.82 (+238%)

Base: (SPY PE: 20.2, Growth: 304.1%) $138.82 (+207%)

Bear: (PE: 17.1, Growth: 304.1%) $118.00 (+161%)

📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings

RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (48x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (22x PE) as earnings recover.

Trailing PE: 48.15 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.95

Bull Case $100.63 (+122%)

Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 53.0

Base Case $91.48 (+102%)

Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 48.2

Bear Case $31.10 (-31%)

Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 40.9

These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.

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