PNR Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
PNR - Pentair plc
$68.48
1.41 (2.10%)
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5d:
+2.56%
30d:
-9.33%
90d:
-11.16%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 4, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 28, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: PNR trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -6.0% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: PNR trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -6.0% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$117.19
Based on 7.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$72.76
5.9% 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 15.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: PNR is currently trading at $68.48, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $63.66 to $75.38. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 12.9) compared to its historical average (15.6). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 6.0% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PNR is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $68.61. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: PNR has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $76.64 (+14.3%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PNR is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $68.61. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: PNR has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $76.64 (+14.3%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$63.66 -
$75.38
Company Quality Score
44/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
81.0%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($76.64)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$63.66 -
$75.38
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$61.54
Resistance Level
$68.61
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Aug 4, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
12.95
Wall Street Target
$76.64
(+14.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-17.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-11.1%
Profit Margin
16.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-6.0% cheaper
PE vs Historical
13.0 vs 15.6
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-6.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$63.05
(-6%)
2-Year Target
$59.26
(-12%)
3-Year Target
$55.71
(-17%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 13→16)
$67.12
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.7, Growth: 11.5%)
$148.73
(+122%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 12.9, Growth: 11.5%)
$92.90
(+39%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.0, Growth: 11.5%)
$78.96
(+18%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (17x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (13x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 16.87 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.88
Bull Case
$96.10
(+43%)
Analyst growth 33.5%, PE expands to 18.6
Base Case
$87.37
(+30%)
Market implied 33.5%, PE stable at 16.9
Bear Case
$44.50
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 14.3
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 12.9 to 15.6
Stabilization Target:
$80.81
(+20.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+20.5%
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0
Buys
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Sells
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