PUBM Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
PUBM - PubMatic, Inc. Class A Common Stock
$16.41
0.02 (0.12%)
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5d:
-6.71%
30d:
+33.41%
90d:
+60.72%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 06, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: PUBM is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -15.1% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: PUBM is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -15.1% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. 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
$39.53
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$24.55
33.1% 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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: PUBM is currently trading at $16.41, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $12.58 to $16.77. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 20.2) compared to its historical average (33.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 15.1% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PUBM is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $16.03. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: PUBM scores 0/100 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. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (22th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $20.30 (+23.9%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PUBM is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $16.03. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: PUBM scores 0/100 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. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (22th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $20.30 (+23.9%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$12.58 -
$16.77
Company Quality Score
29/100
(SELL)
Options IV Signal
22th percentile
(COMPLACENCY WARNING)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
53.8%
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- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 22th percentile)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (0/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 23.9% below Wall St target ($20.30)
- WARNING: Composite score 29/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$12.58 -
$16.77
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Expected Move (7 Days)
Âą$1.62
(9.9%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$16.03
Resistance Level
$18.20
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
20.18
Wall Street Target
$20.30
(+23.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
10.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-49.5%
Profit Margin
-4.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-15.1% cheaper
PE vs Historical
20.2 vs 33.0
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-15.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$14.75
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$13.28
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$11.95
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 20â33)
$19.53
(+19%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 56.2%)
$55.32
(+238%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.1, Growth: 56.2%)
$55.00
(+236%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.1, Growth: 56.2%)
$46.75
(+185%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 20.2 to 33.0
Stabilization Target:
$26.80
(+63.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+63.5%
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Last updated: August 23, 2026 1:28 AM ET
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Sells
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