Is SFL stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Based on our analysis, SFL is currently a HOLD with moderate confidence. 📊 HOLD: SFL shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

What is the fair value of SFL stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for SFL to be between $12.57 and $13.55. The current price is $12.34.

What is the analyst price target for SFL?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for SFL is $13.17. This implies a potential upside of 6.7% from current levels.

SFL (SFL) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

SFL - SFL Corporation Ltd.

Deep Sea Foreign Transportation of Freight

$12.34

0.00 (0.00%) ▲

5d: -1.83%

30d: -2.99%

90d: +3.52%

HOLD

MODERATE Confidence

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Analysis Updated: Oct 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET

Earnings: Nov 11, 2026 18d

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Signal fired Oct 20, 2026 at $12.03 · last confirmed Oct 20, 2026

Strength: 7.6/10

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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: SFL shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

Adjust Growth Assumption: 25.0%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$31.00

Based on 14.5% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$19.25

35.9% 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 25.0x Exit PE.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: SFL is currently trading at $12.34, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $12.57 to $13.55. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 19.4) compared to its historical average (31.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 15.2% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 2178.5% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.

Technical Outlook: Technically, SFL is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $11.69, while resistance sits at $13.82.

Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 56/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. 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 $12.57 - $13.55

Company Quality Score 54/100 (HOLD)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 74.8%

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All Signals

BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (56/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($13.17)
NEUTRAL: Bottoming setup forming (56/100) — watch for confirmation

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $12.57 - $13.55

Current vs Trading Range OVERSOLD

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $11.69

Resistance Level $13.83

Current Trend Strong Uptrend

Technical data as of Oct 22, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 19.38

Wall Street Target $13.17 (+6.7%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) 2.7%

Earnings Growth (YoY) 2178.5%

Profit Margin 9.0%

Valuation Discount vs History -15.2% cheaper

PE vs Historical 19.4 vs 31.7 CHEAP

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): -15.2% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $11.11 (-10%)

2-Year Target $10.00 (-19%)

3-Year Target $9.00 (-27%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 19→32) $14.72 (+19%)

3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth

Bull: (PE: 19.9, Growth: 79.4%) $42.68 (+246%)

Base: (SPY PE: 19.4, Growth: 79.4%) $41.65 (+238%)

Bear: (PE: 16.5, Growth: 79.4%) $35.40 (+187%)

📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings

RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (26x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (19x PE) as earnings recover.

Trailing PE: 25.71 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.48

Bull Case $18.01 (+46%)

Analyst growth 32.7%, PE expands to 28.3

Base Case $16.37 (+33%)

Market implied 32.7%, PE stable at 25.7

Bear Case $8.39 (-32%)

Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 21.9

These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.

💡 Upside Surprise Potential

If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 19.4 to 31.7

Stabilization Target: $20.19 (+63.6%)

PE Expansion Potential: +63.6%

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