PAA Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
PAA - Plains All American Pipeline, L.P. Common Units representing Limited Partner Interests
$23.75
0.05 (0.21%)
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5d:
-2.74%
30d:
-7.66%
90d:
+6.65%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 04, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: PAA shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: PAA shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$32.61
Based on 7.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$20.25
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 12.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: PAA is currently trading at $23.75, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $24.41 to $25.86. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 12.4) is in line with its historical norms (12.0). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.2% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PAA is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $23.43. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 49/100 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.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PAA is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $23.43. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 49/100 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
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$24.41 -
$25.86
Company Quality Score
51/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
75.7%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (49/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($26.00)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 1.2% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- WARNING: Composite score 51/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$24.41 -
$25.86
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$23.43
Resistance Level
$25.46
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
12.45
Wall Street Target
$26.00
(+9.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
66.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
1076.7%
Profit Margin
5.3%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.2% premium
PE vs Historical
12.5 vs 12.0
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$24.04
(+1%)
2-Year Target
$24.32
(+2%)
3-Year Target
$24.62
(+4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 12→12)
PE COMPRESSION
$23.73
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.4, Growth: 10.7%)
$52.79
(+122%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 12.4, Growth: 10.7%)
$32.21
(+36%)
Bear:
(PE: 10.6, Growth: 10.7%)
$27.38
(+15%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (20x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (12x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 20.26 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.17
Bull Case
$42.52
(+79%)
Analyst growth 63.1%, PE expands to 22.3
Base Case
$38.65
(+63%)
Market implied 63.1%, PE stable at 20.3
Bear Case
$16.12
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 17.2
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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