PGC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
PGC - Peapack-Gladstone Financial Corp
$46.28
0.48 (1.05%)
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5d:
+2.28%
30d:
+8.06%
90d:
+32.3%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 24, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 20, 2026
25d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: PGC trades at premium valuation expecting 5.4% growth. Hold existing positions but don't chase. Wait for better entry.
📊 HOLD: PGC trades at premium valuation expecting 5.4% growth. Hold existing positions but don't chase. Wait for better entry.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$76.21
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$47.32
2.2% 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 8.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: PGC is currently trading at $46.28, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $42.82 to $45.39. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 9.6) compared to its historical average (8.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 5.4% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PGC is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $45.99. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PGC is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $45.99. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. 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
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$42.82 -
$45.39
Company Quality Score
55/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
45.2%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($48.44)
- NEUTRAL: Trading at premium valuation - market expects 5.4% growth which is achievable
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$42.82 -
$45.39
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$41.95
Resistance Level
$45.99
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.60
Wall Street Target
$48.44
(+5.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
25.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
86.0%
Profit Margin
16.0%
Valuation Premium vs History
+5.4% premium
PE vs Historical
9.6 vs 8.2
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+5.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$48.27
(+5%)
2-Year Target
$50.88
(+11%)
3-Year Target
$53.63
(+17%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→8)
PE COMPRESSION
$45.82
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 30.0%)
$228.58
(+399%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.6, Growth: 30.0%)
$100.72
(+120%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.2, Growth: 30.0%)
$85.61
(+87%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (18x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 18.09 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.47
Bull Case
$94.96
(+107%)
Analyst growth 93.2%, PE expands to 19.9
Base Case
$86.33
(+89%)
Market implied 93.2%, PE stable at 18.1
Bear Case
$30.38
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 15.4
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Last updated: June 24, 2026 2:03 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
1
Sells
Net
INSIDERS SELLING
Recent Transactions
Maureen Hemhauser
SELL
5272 shares
2026-02-09
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