RPC (RES) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
RES - RPC, Inc.
$5.72
0.09 (1.60%)
▲
5d:
-3.05%
30d:
-12.67%
90d:
+2.14%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 1, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 29, 2026
26d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: RES shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: RES 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
$6.14
Based on 0.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$3.81
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 22.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: RES is currently trading at $5.72, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $5.80 to $6.46. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 21.4) is in line with its historical norms (22.6). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.8% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 4.8% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, RES is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $5.56. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: RES scores 84/100 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 $6.40 (+11.9%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, RES is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $5.56. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: RES scores 84/100 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 $6.40 (+11.9%). 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
$5.80 -
$6.46
Company Quality Score
65/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
88.1%
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- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (84/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($6.40)
- CAUTION: Bottoming setup, but lagging the sector by 25% over 20 days — wait for relative strength
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$5.80 -
$6.46
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$5.56
Resistance Level
$5.96
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 1, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
21.38
Wall Street Target
$6.40
(+11.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
9.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
4.8%
Profit Margin
1.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
21.4 vs 22.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$5.62
(-2%)
2-Year Target
$5.52
(-4%)
3-Year Target
$5.42
(-5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 21→23)
$5.72
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.4, Growth: -3.3%)
$5.17
(+-10%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.4, Growth: -3.3%)
$4.93
(-14%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.3, Growth: -3.3%)
$4.19
(-27%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Forward PE: 16.29 | Forward EPS (Implied): $0.35
Bull Case
$6.91
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 17.1
Base Case
$5.72
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 16.3
Bear Case
$4.38
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 14.7
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 21.4 to 22.6
Stabilization Target:
$6.05
(+5.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+5.7%
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Last updated: October 01, 2026 10:22 PM ET
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