TER Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
TER - Teradyne, Inc. Common Stock
$375.74
-7.41 (-1.93%)
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5d:
-10.28%
30d:
+0.53%
90d:
+6.31%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 28, 2026
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Signal fired Aug 18, 2026 at $397.63 · last confirmed Aug 20, 2026
Strength: 3.9/10
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Bottom Line:
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: TER is down 10.3% 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: TER is down 10.3% 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
$562.45
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$349.23
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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: TER is currently trading at $375.74, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $338.48 to $399.90. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 33.2) compared to its historical average (39.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.4% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 385.8% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, TER is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $364.26, while resistance sits at $444.17.
Market Sentiment: TER scores 36/100 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 $449.80 (+17.4%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, TER is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $364.26, while resistance sits at $444.17.
Market Sentiment: TER scores 36/100 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 $449.80 (+17.4%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$338.48 -
$399.90
Company Quality Score
48/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
47.6%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (36/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($449.80)
- WARNING: Composite score 48/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$338.48 -
$399.90
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$364.26
Resistance Level
$444.17
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
33.16
Wall Street Target
$449.80
(+17.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
103.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
385.8%
Profit Margin
25.8%
Valuation Discount vs History
-5.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
33.2 vs 39.2
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Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-5.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$362.46
(-5%)
2-Year Target
$342.89
(-11%)
3-Year Target
$324.37
(-15%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 33→39)
$383.40
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 33.2, Growth: 27.1%)
$785.91
(+105%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.1, Growth: 27.1%)
$475.61
(+24%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.1, Growth: 27.1%)
$404.27
(+6%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (56x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (33x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 55.59 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.83
Bull Case
$706.40
(+88%)
Analyst growth 69.2%, PE expands to 61.1
Base Case
$642.18
(+71%)
Market implied 69.2%, PE stable at 55.6
Bear Case
$258.16
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 47.3
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 33.2 to 39.2
Stabilization Target:
$452.88
(+18.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+18.2%
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Last updated: August 22, 2026 9:32 PM ET
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