QNST Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
QNST - QuinStreet, Inc.
$17.61
0.82 (4.88%)
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5d:
+7.44%
30d:
+43.05%
90d:
+46.99%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 06, 2026
23d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD - EXTENDED: QNST is 11.5% above its trading range ($15.79). Fundamentals are solid but entry is stretched. Hold existing positions; wait for pullback to add new shares.
📊 HOLD - EXTENDED: QNST is 11.5% above its trading range ($15.79). Fundamentals are solid but entry is stretched. Hold existing positions; wait for pullback to add new shares.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$26.99
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$16.76
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 9.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: QNST is currently trading at $17.61, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $12.16 to $15.79. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 11.6) compared to its historical average (9.1). At these levels, the market is pricing in 8.4% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, QNST is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $17.50. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.9% recently.
Market Sentiment: QNST has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, QNST is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $17.50. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.9% recently.
Market Sentiment: QNST has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. 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
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$12.16 -
$15.79
Company Quality Score
54/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
51.4%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price significantly overextended (+11.5% above its trading range)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+4.9%)
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($19.00)
- NEUTRAL: Trading at premium valuation - market expects 8.4% growth which is achievable
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$12.16 -
$15.79
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$13.97
Resistance Level
$17.50
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jul 13, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
11.56
Wall Street Target
$19.00
(+7.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
28.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
65.2%
Profit Margin
5.5%
Valuation Premium vs History
+8.4% premium
PE vs Historical
11.6 vs 9.1
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+8.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$19.09
(+8%)
2-Year Target
$20.69
(+18%)
3-Year Target
$22.43
(+27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 12→9)
PE COMPRESSION
$17.66
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 25.7%)
$65.92
(+274%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 11.6, Growth: 25.7%)
$34.99
(+99%)
Bear:
(PE: 9.1, Growth: 25.7%)
$27.54
(+56%)
📈
Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (15x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (12x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 14.99 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.12
Bull Case
$25.12
(+43%)
Analyst growth 36.0%, PE expands to 16.5
Base Case
$22.84
(+30%)
Market implied 36.0%, PE stable at 15.0
Bear Case
$11.42
(-35%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 12.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: July 13, 2026 6:02 PM ET
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