STN Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
STN - Stantec, Inc.
$68.10
-0.40 (-0.58%)
▼
5d:
-4.42%
30d:
-10.59%
90d:
-23.51%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 12, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: STN shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: STN shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$134.99
Based on 7.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$83.82
18.7% 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 13.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: STN is currently trading at $68.10, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $70.73 to $76.41. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 9.9) compared to its historical average (13.8). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 10.4% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 10.5% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, STN is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $72.58. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: STN has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $94.28 (+38.4%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, STN is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $72.58. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: STN has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $94.28 (+38.4%). 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
$70.73 -
$76.41
Company Quality Score
53/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 38.4% below Wall St target ($94.28)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$70.73 -
$76.41
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$72.58
Resistance Level
$77.66
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.91
Wall Street Target
$94.28
(+38.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
9.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
10.5%
Profit Margin
7.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-10.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
9.9 vs 13.8
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-10.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$61.29
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$55.16
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$49.64
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→14)
$69.11
(+2%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 10.7%)
$203.15
(+198%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.9, Growth: 10.7%)
$92.47
(+36%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.4, Growth: 10.7%)
$78.60
(+15%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (23x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 22.61 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.03
Bull Case
$150.70
(+121%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 24.9
Base Case
$137.00
(+101%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 22.6
Bear Case
$46.58
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 19.2
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 9.9 to 13.8
Stabilization Target:
$94.80
(+39.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+39.2%
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