PJT Partners (PJT) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
PJT - PJT Partners Inc.
$142.85
6.51 (4.77%)
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5d:
+4.94%
30d:
-4.34%
90d:
-15.51%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 03, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: PJT appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -4.3% annual earnings decline despite 38% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: PJT appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -4.3% annual earnings decline despite 38% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$267.87
Based on 10.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$166.32
14.1% 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 18.7x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: PJT is currently trading at $142.85, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $136.11 to $150.83. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 16.4) compared to its historical average (18.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 4.3% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 37.5% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PJT is in a downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $143.99. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.8% recently.
Market Sentiment: PJT scores 81/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $161.11 (+12.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PJT is in a downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $143.99. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.8% recently.
Market Sentiment: PJT scores 81/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $161.11 (+12.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$136.11 -
$150.83
Company Quality Score
70/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
88.5%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (81/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+4.8%)
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($161.11)
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 81/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$136.11 -
$150.83
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$8.05
(5.6%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$131.37
Resistance Level
$143.99
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 22, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
16.43
Wall Street Target
$161.11
(+12.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
19.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
37.5%
Profit Margin
10.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-4.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
16.4 vs 18.7
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-4.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$136.71
(-4%)
2-Year Target
$130.83
(-8%)
3-Year Target
$125.20
(-12%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 16→19)
$142.50
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 17.2%)
$278.27
(+95%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 16.4, Growth: 17.2%)
$230.21
(+61%)
Bear:
(PE: 14.0, Growth: 17.2%)
$195.68
(+37%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (19x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (16x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 18.63 | Current EPS (TTM): $7.32
Bull Case
$178.13
(+25%)
Analyst growth 18.8%, PE expands to 20.5
Base Case
$161.94
(+13%)
Market implied 18.8%, PE stable at 18.6
Bear Case
$92.71
(-35%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 15.8
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 16.4 to 18.7
Stabilization Target:
$162.59
(+13.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+13.8%
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