Park National (PRK) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
PRK - Park National Corporation
$183.15
3.99 (2.23%)
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5d:
+0.81%
30d:
-5.08%
90d:
-1.04%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 26, 2026
22d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: PRK shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: PRK 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
$217.38
Based on 3.2% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$134.98
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 $183.15, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $180.75 to $194.27. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 13.8) is in line with its historical norms (14.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.6% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 8.8% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PRK is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $185.56. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: PRK scores 76/100 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 $206.00 (+12.5%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PRK is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $185.56. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: PRK scores 76/100 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 $206.00 (+12.5%). 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
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$180.75 -
$194.27
Company Quality Score
67/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
88.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (76/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($206.00)
- CAUTION: Bottoming setup, but lagging the sector by 20% over 20 days — wait for relative strength
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$180.75 -
$194.27
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$176.65
Resistance Level
$185.56
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
13.77
Wall Street Target
$206.00
(+12.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
25.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
8.8%
Profit Margin
31.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical
13.8 vs 14.0
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$182.05
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$180.96
(-1%)
3-Year Target
$179.87
(-2%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 14→14)
$182.84
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.4, Growth: 2.3%)
$290.50
(+59%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 13.8, Growth: 2.3%)
$196.13
(+7%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.7, Growth: 2.3%)
$166.71
(-9%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (16x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (14x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 15.97 | Current EPS (TTM): $11.22
Bull Case
$233.58
(+28%)
Analyst growth 18.5%, PE expands to 17.6
Base Case
$212.34
(+16%)
Market implied 18.5%, PE stable at 16.0
Bear Case
$121.83
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 13.6
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 13.8 to 14.0
Stabilization Target:
$186.17
(+1.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+1.7%
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