Veralto (VLTO) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
VLTO - Veralto Corporation
$94.10
0.65 (0.70%)
▲
5d:
-3.86%
30d:
-2.66%
90d:
+13.87%
WAIT
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 27, 2026
Get Alerted When VLTO Hits Your Target Price
Join 10,000+ traders who never miss a move
You're in! Check your email to confirm and set your target price.
100% Free
No spam, ever
Unsubscribe anytime
Interactive Price Chart (1 Month)
Loading chart...
Loading historical data...
Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: VLTO shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: VLTO shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$132.67
Based on 6.2% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$82.38
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 20.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: VLTO is currently trading at $94.10, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $96.22 to $98.89. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 19.7) is in line with its historical norms (20.6). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.5% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 10.1% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, VLTO is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $92.92. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: VLTO scores 23/100 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 $114.00 (+21.1%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, VLTO is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $92.92. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: VLTO scores 23/100 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 $114.00 (+21.1%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$96.22 -
$98.89
Company Quality Score
44/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (23/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 21.1% below Wall St target ($114.00)
- WARNING: Composite score 44/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$96.22 -
$98.89
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$92.92
Resistance Level
$99.43
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
19.73
Wall Street Target
$114.00
(+21.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
7.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
10.1%
Profit Margin
17.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
19.7 vs 20.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$92.69
(-2%)
2-Year Target
$91.30
(-3%)
3-Year Target
$89.93
(-4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 20→21)
$93.91
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 8.4%)
$122.49
(+30%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.7, Growth: 8.4%)
$119.80
(+27%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.8, Growth: 8.4%)
$101.83
(+8%)
📈
Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (24x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (20x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 23.54 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.97
Bull Case
$123.51
(+31%)
Analyst growth 20.2%, PE expands to 25.9
Base Case
$112.28
(+19%)
Market implied 20.2%, PE stable at 23.5
Bear Case
$63.55
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 20.0
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
💡
Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 19.7 to 20.6
Stabilization Target:
$98.26
(+4.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+4.4%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: September 11, 2026 10:22 PM ET
Data refreshes hourly during market hours. Next update: 11:22 PM
Data refreshes hourly during market hours. Next update: 11:22 PM
🔥 Top Stocks Breaking Out Now
| Ticker | Score | Recommendation | Change % |
|---|
Technical Signals Check
Is VLTO showing a specific setup today?
Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
0
Sells
0
Net
NEUTRAL
Top Rated Pollution & Treatment Controls Stocks
Top-rated stocks in Pollution & Treatment Controls by analyst ratings.
