Ingevity (NGVT) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
NGVT - Ingevity Corporation
$69.84
-0.85 (-1.20%)
▼
5d:
-0.99%
30d:
-2.66%
90d:
-4.67%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 04, 2026
11d
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: NGVT shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: NGVT shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$116.23
Based on 9.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$72.17
3.2% 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 12.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: NGVT is currently trading at $69.84, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $68.97 to $72.03. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 11.6) is in line with its historical norms (12.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.2% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 199.0% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NGVT is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $68.74. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: NGVT scores 73/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. 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 $89.00 (+27.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NGVT is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $68.74. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: NGVT scores 73/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. 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 $89.00 (+27.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$68.97 -
$72.03
Company Quality Score
60/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
86.5%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (73/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 27.4% below Wall St target ($89.00)
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 73/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$68.97 -
$72.03
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$3.33
(4.8%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$68.74
Resistance Level
$72.23
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Oct 22, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
11.61
Wall Street Target
$89.00
(+27.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-5.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
199.0%
Profit Margin
4.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
11.6 vs 12.4
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$68.30
(-2%)
2-Year Target
$66.80
(-4%)
3-Year Target
$65.33
(-7%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 12→12)
$69.75
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 14.7%)
$180.14
(+158%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 11.6, Growth: 14.7%)
$105.35
(+51%)
Bear:
(PE: 9.9, Growth: 14.7%)
$89.55
(+28%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Forward PE: 9.97 | Forward EPS (Implied): $7.00
Bull Case
$84.33
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 10.5
Base Case
$69.84
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 10.0
Bear Case
$53.43
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 9.0
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 11.6 to 12.4
Stabilization Target:
$74.56
(+6.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+6.8%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: October 23, 2026 12:45 AM ET
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