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Sensata Technologies (ST) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

$40.35
-0.28 (-0.69%) ▼
5d: -3.1% 30d: -4.16% 90d: -12.57%
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence (80%)
Quality Score
61/100
Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
30-Day Fair Range
$40.31 – $42.66
Position: SLIGHTLY LOW
Forward P/E & Valuation
9.9x FAIR
vs 10.3x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$52.80
+30.9% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$38.13 / $42.41
Trend: Downtrend
💡Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
Forward Earnings Fair Value & Price Prediction →
📊 HOLD: ST 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

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$51.77
Based on 4.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$32.14
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 10.3x Exit PE.

In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: ST is currently trading at $40.35, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $40.31 to $42.66. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 9.9) is in line with its historical norms (10.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.2% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 70.7% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.

Technical Outlook: Technically, ST is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $38.13, while resistance sits at $42.41.

Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 57/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $52.80 (+30.9%). 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 SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range $40.31 - $42.66
Company Quality Score 61/100 (BUY)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 79.5%

Trading Range & Key Levels

30-Day Trading Range $40.31 - $42.66
Current vs Trading Range SLIGHTLY LOW
Support Level $38.13
Resistance Level $42.41
Current Trend Downtrend
Technical data as of Nov 10, 2026

Quantitative Signal Breakdown

  • BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
  • NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (57/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • BULLISH: Trading 30.9% below Wall St target ($52.80)
  • NEUTRAL: Bottoming setup forming (57/100) — watch for confirmation

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 9.91
Wall Street Target $52.80 (+30.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) 7.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY) 70.7%
Profit Margin 9.5%
Valuation Discount vs History -1.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical 9.9 vs 10.3 FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): -1.2% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $39.87 (-1%)
2-Year Target $39.39 (-2%)
3-Year Target $38.91 (-4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 10→10) $40.45 (+0%)
3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull: (PE: 19.9, Growth: 4.6%) $92.51 (+129%)
Base: (SPY PE: 9.9, Growth: 4.6%) $46.15 (+14%)
Bear: (PE: 8.4, Growth: 4.6%) $39.23 (-3%)
📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (16x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 16.25 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.50
Bull Case $72.80 (+80%)
Analyst growth 62.9%, PE expands to 17.9
Base Case $66.18 (+64%)
Market implied 62.9%, PE stable at 16.3
Bear Case $27.63 (-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 13.8
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 9.9 to 10.3
Stabilization Target: $41.94 (+3.9%)
PE Expansion Potential: +3.9%
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Reddit & Retail Trader Sentiment (ST)

Bullish 2 Retail Mentions
Reddit / WSB Comments
1
Bearish
StockTwits Volume
1 msgs
24h retail stream
Last Tracked
Oct 27, 2026
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AI Retail Discussion Summary: Trader on StockTwits expresses bullish sentiment ahead of $ST's earnings release, citing a strong earnings history. No recent news articles were identified.
Key Retail Themes: earnings expectations trader sentiment
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Last updated: November 11, 2026 7:12 AM ET
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