QUAD/GRAPHICS (QUAD) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
QUAD - QUAD/GRAPHICS, INC.
$9.43
0.17 (1.84%)
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5d:
+0.0%
30d:
-5.7%
90d:
+11.73%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 25, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 27, 2026
28d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: QUAD is fairly valued with market pricing in 4.1% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
📊 HOLD: QUAD is fairly valued with market pricing in 4.1% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$12.07
Based on 7.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$7.49
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 5.7x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: QUAD is currently trading at $9.43, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $9.58 to $10.33. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 6.5) compared to its historical average (5.7). At these levels, the market is pricing in 4.1% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, QUAD is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $9.09, while resistance sits at $10.34.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 40/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (1th 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 $13.17 (+39.6%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, QUAD is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $9.09, while resistance sits at $10.34.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 40/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (1th 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 $13.17 (+39.6%). 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
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$9.58 -
$10.33
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
1th percentile
(COMPLACENCY WARNING)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
84.2%
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- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 1th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 39.6% below Wall St target ($13.17)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 4.1% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- NEUTRAL: Bottoming setup forming (40/100) — watch for confirmation
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$9.58 -
$10.33
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$0.42
(4.5%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$9.09
Resistance Level
$10.34
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 25, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
6.46
Wall Street Target
$13.17
(+39.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
1.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
18.2%
Profit Margin
1.3%
Valuation Premium vs History
+4.1% premium
PE vs Historical
6.5 vs 5.7
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+4.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$9.82
(+4%)
2-Year Target
$10.22
(+8%)
3-Year Target
$10.64
(+13%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 6→6)
PE COMPRESSION
$9.39
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.4, Growth: 11.5%)
$41.15
(+336%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 6.5, Growth: 11.5%)
$13.05
(+38%)
Bear:
(PE: 5.5, Growth: 11.5%)
$11.10
(+18%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (14x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (6x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 14.03 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.66
Bull Case
$20.37
(+116%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 15.4
Base Case
$18.52
(+96%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 14.0
Bear Case
$6.30
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 11.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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