Peoples Bancorp Inc/OH (PEBO) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
PEBO - Peoples Bancorp Inc/OH
$39.81
0.05 (0.13%)
▲
5d:
+0.38%
30d:
-3.33%
90d:
+10.31%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 20, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: PEBO is fairly valued with market pricing in 2.4% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
📊 HOLD: PEBO is fairly valued with market pricing in 2.4% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$48.34
Based on 5.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$30.02
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 9.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: PEBO is currently trading at $39.81, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $39.49 to $41.05. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 10.3) is in line with its historical norms (9.6). At these levels, the market is pricing in 2.4% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PEBO is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $38.86. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 57/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PEBO is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $38.86. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 57/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$39.49 -
$41.05
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
75.7%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (57/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($43.00)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 2.4% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- NEUTRAL: Bottoming setup forming (57/100) — watch for confirmation
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$39.49 -
$41.05
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$38.86
Resistance Level
$40.12
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.26
Wall Street Target
$43.00
(+8.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
10.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
32.2%
Profit Margin
27.2%
Valuation Premium vs History
+2.4% premium
PE vs Historical
10.3 vs 9.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+2.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$40.77
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$41.74
(+5%)
3-Year Target
$42.75
(+7%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→10)
PE COMPRESSION
$40.01
(+1%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 6.7%)
$95.03
(+139%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 10.3, Growth: 6.7%)
$48.32
(+21%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.7, Growth: 6.7%)
$41.07
(+3%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (12x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 11.94 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.33
Bull Case
$50.98
(+28%)
Analyst growth 16.6%, PE expands to 13.1
Base Case
$46.34
(+16%)
Market implied 16.6%, PE stable at 11.9
Bear Case
$27.04
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 10.2
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Last updated: September 12, 2026 7:18 PM ET
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