Stewart Information Services (STC) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
STC - Stewart Information Services Corporation
$52.96
2.30 (4.54%)
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5d:
-10.53%
30d:
-22.19%
90d:
-21.97%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 1, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 28, 2026
25d
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Bottom Line:
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: STC is down 10.5% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: STC is down 10.5% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$134.68
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$83.63
36.7% 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 9.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: STC is currently trading at $52.96, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $58.36 to $69.90. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 7.0) compared to its historical average (9.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 9.9% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 7.1% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, STC is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $48.74, while resistance sits at $65.13. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.5% recently.
Market Sentiment: STC 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $82.25 (+62.4%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, STC is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $48.74, while resistance sits at $65.13. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.5% recently.
Market Sentiment: STC 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $82.25 (+62.4%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$58.36 -
$69.90
Company Quality Score
43/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
37th percentile
(NORMAL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
63.5%
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- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Options fairly priced (IV 37th percentile)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+4.5%)
- BULLISH: Trading 62.4% below Wall St target ($82.25)
- WARNING: Composite score 43/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$58.36 -
$69.90
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$2.58
(4.9%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$48.74
Resistance Level
$65.13
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Oct 1, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
6.96
Wall Street Target
$82.25
(+62.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
24.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
7.1%
Profit Margin
4.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-9.9% cheaper
PE vs Historical
7.0 vs 9.5
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-9.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$45.64
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$41.13
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$37.05
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 7→10)
$50.59
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.4, Growth: 31.8%)
$340.06
(+571%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 7.0, Growth: 31.8%)
$116.00
(+129%)
Bear:
(PE: 5.9, Growth: 31.8%)
$98.60
(+95%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (12x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (7x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 12.43 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.00
Bull Case
$99.52
(+96%)
Analyst growth 82.0%, PE expands to 13.7
Base Case
$90.47
(+79%)
Market implied 82.0%, PE stable at 12.4
Bear Case
$33.80
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 10.6
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 7.0 to 9.5
Stabilization Target:
$69.16
(+36.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+36.5%
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Last updated: October 02, 2026 10:00 AM ET
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