Vicor (VICR) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
VICR - Vicor Corp
$197.91
19.86 (11.15%)
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5d:
+10.71%
30d:
-12.48%
90d:
-33.6%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 20, 2026
Smart Money Distribution
Options positioning is turning defensive after a sharp run-up - a pattern consistent with institutional profit-taking. View Scanner →
Signal fired Sep 8, 2026 at $192.59 · last confirmed Sep 8, 2026
Strength: 3.6/10
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: VICR is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -11.8% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: VICR is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -11.8% 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
$270.36
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$167.87
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: VICR is currently trading at $197.91, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $185.13 to $225.81. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 35.6) compared to its historical average (51.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 11.8% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 14.3% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, VICR is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $172.56, while resistance sits at $204.12. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 11.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 50/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (4th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $386.25 (+95.2%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, VICR is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $172.56, while resistance sits at $204.12. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 11.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 50/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (4th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $386.25 (+95.2%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$185.13 -
$225.81
Company Quality Score
50/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
4th percentile
(COMPLACENCY WARNING)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
81.5%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 4th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (50/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+11.2%)
- BULLISH: Trading 95.2% below Wall St target ($386.25)
- WARNING: Composite score 50/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$185.13 -
$225.81
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
Âą$20.65
(10.4%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$172.56
Resistance Level
$204.12
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
35.64
Wall Street Target
$386.25
(+95.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
49.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
14.3%
Profit Margin
30.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-11.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
35.6 vs 51.9
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-11.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$178.12
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$160.31
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$144.28
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 36â52)
$210.11
(+6%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 35.6, Growth: 59.0%)
$667.95
(+238%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.2, Growth: 59.0%)
$378.03
(+91%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.1, Growth: 59.0%)
$321.33
(+62%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Forward PE: 32.26 | Forward EPS (Implied): $6.14
Bull Case
$238.98
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 33.9
Base Case
$197.91
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 32.3
Bear Case
$151.40
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 29.0
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 35.6 to 51.9
Stabilization Target:
$288.22
(+45.6%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+45.6%
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Last updated: September 12, 2026 2:44 AM ET
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Sells
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