Staar Surgical (STAA) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
STAA - Staar Surgical Co
$22.66
-0.76 (-3.25%)
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5d:
-3.88%
30d:
-10.82%
90d:
-21.59%
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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: STAA is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -16.5% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: STAA is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -16.5% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. 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
$49.84
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$30.95
26.8% 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.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: STAA is currently trading at $22.66, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $22.84 to $24.85. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 22.1) compared to its historical average (38.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 16.5% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, STAA is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $21.77, while resistance sits at $24.36. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: STAA scores 61/100 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 $27.90 (+23.1%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, STAA is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $21.77, while resistance sits at $24.36. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: STAA scores 61/100 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 $27.90 (+23.1%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$22.84 -
$24.85
Company Quality Score
51/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
78.6%
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- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (61/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-3.2%)
- BULLISH: Trading 23.1% below Wall St target ($27.90)
- WARNING: Composite score 51/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$22.84 -
$24.85
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$21.77
Resistance Level
$24.37
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
22.13
Wall Street Target
$27.90
(+23.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
111.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-10.5%
Profit Margin
1.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-16.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
22.1 vs 38.0
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-16.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$20.39
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$18.35
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$16.52
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 22â38)
$28.36
(+25%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.1, Growth: 34.3%)
$54.85
(+142%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.2, Growth: 34.3%)
$49.99
(+121%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.1, Growth: 34.3%)
$42.49
(+88%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (54x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (22x PE) as earnings recover.
Forward PE: 53.76 | Forward EPS (Implied): $0.42
Bull Case
$27.36
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 56.5
Base Case
$22.66
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 53.8
Bear Case
$17.33
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 48.4
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 22.1 to 38.0
Stabilization Target:
$38.90
(+71.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+71.7%
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Last updated: September 12, 2026 3:22 AM ET
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