VRTS Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
VRTS - Virtus Investment Partners, Inc.
$141.91
1.34 (0.95%)
▲
5d:
-1.3%
30d:
+0.17%
90d:
+9.14%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 24, 2026
29d
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: VRTS shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.3% decline. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: VRTS shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.3% decline. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$171.78
Based on 3.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$106.66
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 5.7x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: VRTS is currently trading at $141.91, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $139.69 to $146.01. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 5.6) is in line with its historical norms (5.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.3% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, VRTS is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $138.64. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, VRTS is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $138.64. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$139.69 -
$146.01
Company Quality Score
50/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
65.2%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Trading above Wall St target ($134.50)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$139.69 -
$146.01
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$138.64
Resistance Level
$151.09
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
5.63
Wall Street Target
$134.50
(-5.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-8.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-74.1%
Profit Margin
14.0%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
5.6 vs 5.7
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$141.48
(0%)
2-Year Target
$141.06
(-1%)
3-Year Target
$140.64
(-1%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 6→6)
$142.30
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 3.3%)
$604.68
(+326%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 5.6, Growth: 3.3%)
$156.39
(+10%)
Bear:
(PE: 4.8, Growth: 3.3%)
$132.93
(-6%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (8x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (6x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 8.28 | Current EPS (TTM): $16.97
Bull Case
$229.54
(+62%)
Analyst growth 48.4%, PE expands to 9.1
Base Case
$208.67
(+47%)
Market implied 48.4%, PE stable at 8.3
Bear Case
$95.59
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 7.0
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 5.6 to 5.7
Stabilization Target:
$143.59
(+1.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+1.2%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
2
Buys
0
Sells
+
Net
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