SNN
Smith & Nephew plc
Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies
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Smith & Nephew (SNN) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$31.09
+0.05 (+0.16%)
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5d:
-2.87%
30d:
+11.51%
90d:
+4.29%
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
WAIT
LOW Confidence (38%)
Quality Score
40/100
Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
30-Day Fair Range
$27.86 â $31.09
Position: SLIGHTLY HIGH
Forward P/E & Valuation
13.1x
CHEAP
vs 14.7x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$33.19
+6.9% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$29.60 / $33.00
Trend: Downtrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
Forward Earnings Fair Value & Price Prediction →
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: SNN is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -3.8% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$49.31
Based on 7.2% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$30.62
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 14.7x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: SNN is currently trading at $31.09, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $27.86 to $31.09. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 13.1) compared to its historical average (14.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.8% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 5.7% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SNN is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $29.60, while resistance sits at $33.00.
Market Sentiment: SNN scores 25/100 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. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SNN is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $29.60, while resistance sits at $33.00.
Market Sentiment: SNN scores 25/100 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. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$27.86 -
$31.09
Company Quality Score
40/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
38.1%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$27.86 -
$31.09
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support Level
$29.60
Resistance Level
$33.00
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Nov 12, 2026
Quantitative Signal Breakdown
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($33.19)
- WARNING: Composite score 40/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
13.08
Wall Street Target
$33.19
(+6.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
4.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
5.7%
Profit Margin
10.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
13.1 vs 14.7
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$29.86
(-4%)
2-Year Target
$28.73
(-8%)
3-Year Target
$27.63
(-11%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 13â15)
$31.05
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 10.4%)
$63.44
(+104%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 13.1, Growth: 10.4%)
$41.80
(+35%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.1, Growth: 10.4%)
$35.53
(+15%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (21x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (13x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 21.03 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.47
Bull Case
$54.89
(+77%)
Analyst growth 61.4%, PE expands to 23.1
Base Case
$49.90
(+61%)
Market implied 61.4%, PE stable at 21.0
Bear Case
$21.03
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 17.9
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 13.1 to 14.7
Stabilization Target:
$34.87
(+12.3%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+12.3%
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Bullish
1 Retail Mentions
Reddit / WSB Comments
1
Bullish
Last Tracked
Apr 8, 2026
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AI Retail Discussion Summary:
Reddit & WallStreetBets discussions on SNN are bullish (sentiment score +0.13) across 1 tracked comments.
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Last updated: November 12, 2026 2:51 PM ET
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