NYT Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
NYT - New York Times Co.
$67.49
1.80 (2.74%)
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5d:
+3.4%
30d:
-5.81%
90d:
-9.97%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 24, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 05, 2026
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Signal fired Aug 21, 2026 at $65.69 · last confirmed Aug 21, 2026
Strength: 4.9/10
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: NYT trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -4.5% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: NYT trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -4.5% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$106.55
Based on 6.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$66.16
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 24.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: NYT is currently trading at $67.49, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $64.75 to $74.85. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 21.6) compared to its historical average (24.8). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 4.5% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 14.0% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NYT is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $67.59. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: NYT scores 80/100 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 $77.67 (+15.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NYT is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $67.59. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: NYT scores 80/100 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 $77.67 (+15.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$64.75 -
$74.85
Company Quality Score
55/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
81.0%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (80/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($77.67)
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 80/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$64.75 -
$74.85
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$63.15
Resistance Level
$67.59
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Aug 24, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
21.61
Wall Street Target
$77.67
(+15.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
11.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
14.0%
Profit Margin
13.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-4.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
21.6 vs 24.8
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-4.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$64.45
(-5%)
2-Year Target
$61.55
(-9%)
3-Year Target
$58.78
(-13%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 22→25)
$67.47
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.6, Growth: 9.2%)
$87.92
(+30%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.1, Growth: 9.2%)
$81.59
(+21%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.0, Growth: 9.2%)
$69.35
(+3%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (27x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (22x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 27.37 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.40
Bull Case
$94.04
(+39%)
Analyst growth 30.1%, PE expands to 30.1
Base Case
$85.49
(+27%)
Market implied 30.1%, PE stable at 27.4
Bear Case
$44.67
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 23.3
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 21.6 to 24.8
Stabilization Target:
$77.46
(+14.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+14.8%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
2
Sells
Net
INSIDERS SELLING
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