PAR Technology (PAR) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
PAR - PAR Technology Corp.
$18.00
0.38 (2.16%)
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5d:
-4.76%
30d:
+0.5%
90d:
+23.12%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: PAR is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -21.0% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: PAR is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -21.0% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$69.55
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$43.18
58.3% 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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: PAR is currently trading at $18.00, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $17.81 to $19.35. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 12.6) compared to its historical average (25.6). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 21.0% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PAR is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $17.38, while resistance sits at $19.93.
Market Sentiment: PAR scores 15/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $25.31 (+40.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PAR is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $17.38, while resistance sits at $19.93.
Market Sentiment: PAR scores 15/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $25.31 (+40.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$17.81 -
$19.35
Company Quality Score
44/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (15/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 40.6% below Wall St target ($25.31)
- WARNING: Composite score 44/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$17.81 -
$19.35
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$17.38
Resistance Level
$19.93
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
12.60
Wall Street Target
$25.31
(+40.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
18.7%
Profit Margin
-14.5%
Valuation Discount vs History
-21.0% cheaper
PE vs Historical
12.6 vs 25.6
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-21.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$16.20
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$14.58
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$13.12
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 13â26)
$26.66
(+48%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 86.2%)
$97.24
(+440%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 12.6, Growth: 86.2%)
$60.75
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 10.7, Growth: 86.2%)
$51.64
(+187%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 12.6 to 25.6
Stabilization Target:
$36.57
(+103.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+103.2%
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