USLM Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
USLM - United States Lime & Minerals
$105.83
-5.29 (-4.76%)
▼
5d:
-4.1%
30d:
-0.05%
90d:
-11.82%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 29, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: USLM trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -7.2% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: USLM trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -7.2% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$200.73
Based on 8.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$124.64
15.1% 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 22.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: USLM is currently trading at $105.83, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $104.63 to $110.93. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 18.1) compared to its historical average (22.6). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 7.2% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, USLM is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $104.41. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 4.8% recently.
Market Sentiment: USLM has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $130.00 (+22.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, USLM is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $104.41. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 4.8% recently.
Market Sentiment: USLM has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $130.00 (+22.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$104.63 -
$110.93
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
41th percentile
(NORMAL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
82.7%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Options fairly priced (IV 41th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-4.8%)
- BULLISH: Trading 22.8% below Wall St target ($130.00)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$104.63 -
$110.93
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$6.34
(6.0%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$104.41
Resistance Level
$115.48
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
18.12
Wall Street Target
$130.00
(+22.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-3.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-10.9%
Profit Margin
35.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-7.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
18.1 vs 22.6
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-7.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$98.21
(-7%)
2-Year Target
$91.14
(-14%)
3-Year Target
$84.58
(-20%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 18→23)
$105.48
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 13.6%)
$186.56
(+76%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 18.1, Growth: 13.6%)
$155.22
(+47%)
Bear:
(PE: 15.4, Growth: 13.6%)
$131.94
(+25%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (24x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (18x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 24.48 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.54
Bull Case
$157.23
(+49%)
Analyst growth 28.6%, PE expands to 26.9
Base Case
$142.94
(+35%)
Market implied 28.6%, PE stable at 24.5
Bear Case
$75.56
(-29%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 20.8
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 18.1 to 22.6
Stabilization Target:
$131.98
(+24.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+24.7%
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Last updated: June 23, 2026 11:02 PM ET
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