SCI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
SCI - Service Corporation International
$82.21
2.48 (3.11%)
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5d:
-0.69%
30d:
-2.59%
90d:
+11.52%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 04, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: SCI is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 0.2% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: SCI is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 0.2% expected growth, valuation appears fair. 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
$113.89
Based on 6.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$70.72
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 17.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: SCI is currently trading at $82.21, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $81.57 to $84.83. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 17.9) is in line with its historical norms (17.8). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.2% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SCI is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $84.01. 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 3.1% recently.
Market Sentiment: SCI scores 32/100 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $100.33 (+22.0%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SCI is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $84.01. 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 3.1% recently.
Market Sentiment: SCI scores 32/100 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $100.33 (+22.0%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$81.57 -
$84.83
Company Quality Score
44/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
62.9%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (32/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.1%)
- BULLISH: Trading 22.0% below Wall St target ($100.33)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 0.2% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- WARNING: Composite score 44/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$81.57 -
$84.83
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$78.93
Resistance Level
$84.01
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
17.88
Wall Street Target
$100.33
(+22.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
3.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
4.7%
Profit Margin
12.3%
Valuation Premium vs History
+0.2% premium
PE vs Historical
17.9 vs 17.8
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+0.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$82.37
(+0%)
2-Year Target
$82.54
(+0%)
3-Year Target
$82.70
(+1%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 18â18)
PE COMPRESSION
$82.34
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 9.7%)
$122.54
(+49%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 17.9, Growth: 9.7%)
$108.62
(+32%)
Bear:
(PE: 15.2, Growth: 9.7%)
$92.33
(+12%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (21x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (18x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 20.76 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.84
Bull Case
$105.02
(+28%)
Analyst growth 19.7%, PE expands to 22.8
Base Case
$95.47
(+16%)
Market implied 19.7%, PE stable at 20.8
Bear Case
$54.22
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 17.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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