Portland General Electric (POR) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
POR - Portland General Electric Company
$43.92
-0.39 (-0.88%)
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5d:
-1.19%
30d:
-7.28%
90d:
-16.17%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 29, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: POR trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -4.6% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: POR trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -4.6% 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
$65.59
Based on 5.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$40.73
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 14.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: POR is currently trading at $43.92, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $44.04 to $46.97. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 12.2) compared to its historical average (14.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 4.6% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 4.9% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, POR is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $43.33. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: POR scores 79/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $51.82 (+18.0%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, POR is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $43.33. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: POR scores 79/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $51.82 (+18.0%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$44.04 -
$46.97
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
88.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (79/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($51.82)
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 79/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$44.04 -
$46.97
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$43.33
Resistance Level
$45.72
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
12.25
Wall Street Target
$51.82
(+18.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
0.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
4.9%
Profit Margin
7.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-4.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical
12.3 vs 14.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-4.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$41.90
(-5%)
2-Year Target
$39.97
(-9%)
3-Year Target
$38.13
(-13%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 12→14)
$43.90
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 6.7%)
$86.57
(+97%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 12.2, Growth: 6.7%)
$53.39
(+22%)
Bear:
(PE: 10.4, Growth: 6.7%)
$45.38
(+3%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (20x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (12x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 19.61 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.26
Bull Case
$77.33
(+76%)
Analyst growth 58.7%, PE expands to 21.6
Base Case
$70.30
(+60%)
Market implied 58.7%, PE stable at 19.6
Bear Case
$30.13
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 16.7
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 12.2 to 14.1
Stabilization Target:
$50.56
(+15.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+15.1%
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Last updated: October 22, 2026 4:42 AM ET
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