QNST Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
QNST - QuinStreet, Inc.
$15.50
0.00 (0.00%)
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5d:
+2.31%
30d:
+1.17%
90d:
+21.47%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 06, 2026
2d
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: QNST shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 3.4% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: QNST shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 3.4% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$27.29
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$16.95
8.5% 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 9.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: QNST is currently trading at $15.50, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $14.68 to $17.05. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 10.2) compared to its historical average (9.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 3.4% 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 strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $14.93, while resistance sits at $17.31.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $19.00 (+22.6%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, QNST is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $14.93, while resistance sits at $17.31.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $19.00 (+22.6%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$14.68 -
$17.05
Company Quality Score
55/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
73.3%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 22.6% below Wall St target ($19.00)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 3.4% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$14.68 -
$17.05
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$14.93
Resistance Level
$17.31
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jul 31, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.18
Wall Street Target
$19.00
(+22.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
28.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
65.2%
Profit Margin
5.5%
Valuation Premium vs History
+3.4% premium
PE vs Historical
10.2 vs 9.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+3.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$16.03
(+3%)
2-Year Target
$16.57
(+7%)
3-Year Target
$17.14
(+11%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→9)
PE COMPRESSION
$15.49
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.7, Growth: 25.7%)
$62.74
(+305%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 10.2, Growth: 25.7%)
$30.80
(+99%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.6, Growth: 25.7%)
$26.18
(+69%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (14x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 14.35 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.08
Bull Case
$24.05
(+55%)
Analyst growth 41.0%, PE expands to 15.8
Base Case
$21.86
(+41%)
Market implied 41.0%, PE stable at 14.4
Bear Case
$10.54
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 12.2
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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