PRK Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
PRK - Park National Corporation
$202.13
-0.01 (0.00%)
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5d:
-2.72%
30d:
+9.3%
90d:
+19.57%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 27, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: PRK is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 3.0% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: PRK is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 3.0% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$214.13
Based on 2.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$132.96
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 14.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: PRK is currently trading at $202.13, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $191.38 to $208.83. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 15.3) is in line with its historical norms (14.0). At these levels, the market is pricing in 3.0% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PRK is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $196.00, while resistance sits at $209.38.
Market Sentiment: PRK scores 36/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PRK is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $196.00, while resistance sits at $209.38.
Market Sentiment: PRK scores 36/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$191.38 -
$208.83
Company Quality Score
51/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
46.2%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (36/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($211.33)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 3.0% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- WARNING: Composite score 51/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$191.38 -
$208.83
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$196.00
Resistance Level
$209.38
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.28
Wall Street Target
$211.33
(+4.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
25.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
8.8%
Profit Margin
31.2%
Valuation Premium vs History
+3.0% premium
PE vs Historical
15.3 vs 14.0
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+3.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$208.19
(+3%)
2-Year Target
$214.44
(+6%)
3-Year Target
$220.87
(+9%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15â14)
PE COMPRESSION
$202.36
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 1.9%)
$280.63
(+39%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.3, Growth: 1.9%)
$213.67
(+6%)
Bear:
(PE: 13.0, Growth: 1.9%)
$181.62
(-10%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (18x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 18.06 | Current EPS (TTM): $11.19
Bull Case
$262.84
(+30%)
Analyst growth 18.2%, PE expands to 19.9
Base Case
$238.95
(+18%)
Market implied 18.2%, PE stable at 18.1
Bear Case
$137.45
(-32%)
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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