Viper Energy (VNOM) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
VNOM - Viper Energy, Inc. Class A Common Stock
$40.64
-0.05 (-0.12%)
▼
5d:
-0.71%
30d:
-9.93%
90d:
+0.4%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 02, 2026
29d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: VNOM shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: VNOM 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
$53.77
Based on 0.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$33.39
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 21.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: VNOM is currently trading at $40.64, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $41.29 to $45.12. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 16.1) compared to its historical average (21.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 8.6% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 160.7% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, VNOM is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $39.77. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: VNOM scores 82/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $54.95 (+35.2%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, VNOM is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $39.77. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: VNOM scores 82/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $54.95 (+35.2%). 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
$41.29 -
$45.12
Company Quality Score
60/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
90.5%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (82/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 35.2% below Wall St target ($54.95)
- CAUTION: Bottoming setup, but lagging the sector by 24% over 20 days — wait for relative strength
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$41.29 -
$45.12
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$39.77
Resistance Level
$42.24
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
16.12
Wall Street Target
$54.95
(+35.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
115.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
160.7%
Profit Margin
3.0%
Valuation Discount vs History
-8.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical
16.1 vs 21.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-8.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$37.14
(-9%)
2-Year Target
$33.95
(-17%)
3-Year Target
$31.03
(-24%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 16→21)
$40.62
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.4, Growth: -3.5%)
$46.29
(+14%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 16.1, Growth: -3.5%)
$36.58
(-10%)
Bear:
(PE: 13.7, Growth: -3.5%)
$31.09
(-24%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 16.1 to 21.1
Stabilization Target:
$53.20
(+30.9%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+30.9%
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