PJT Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
PJT - PJT Partners Inc.
$157.13
0.21 (0.13%)
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5d:
-8.66%
30d:
-0.08%
90d:
+4.09%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 04, 2026
21d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: PJT shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: PJT shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$254.19
Based on 9.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$157.83
0.4% 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 19.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: PJT is currently trading at $157.13, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $151.52 to $162.13. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 18.3) is in line with its historical norms (19.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.3% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 10.8% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PJT is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $150.69, while resistance sits at $162.38.
Market Sentiment: PJT has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. 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. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PJT is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $150.69, while resistance sits at $162.38.
Market Sentiment: PJT has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. 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. 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
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$151.52 -
$162.13
Company Quality Score
61/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
82.7%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($170.00)
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -8.7% 5-day decline
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$151.52 -
$162.13
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$7.28
(4.6%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$150.69
Resistance Level
$162.38
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
18.34
Wall Street Target
$170.00
(+8.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
28.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
10.8%
Profit Margin
10.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
18.3 vs 19.1
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$154.88
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$152.87
(-3%)
3-Year Target
$150.88
(-4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 18→19)
$157.14
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 14.6%)
$280.42
(+79%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 18.3, Growth: 14.6%)
$236.12
(+51%)
Bear:
(PE: 15.6, Growth: 14.6%)
$200.70
(+28%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (23x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (18x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 22.61 | Current EPS (TTM): $7.02
Bull Case
$212.83
(+36%)
Analyst growth 21.9%, PE expands to 24.9
Base Case
$193.48
(+23%)
Market implied 21.9%, PE stable at 22.6
Bear Case
$107.94
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 19.2
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 18.3 to 19.1
Stabilization Target:
$163.43
(+4.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+4.1%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: July 13, 2026 4:35 PM ET
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