ZION Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

ZION - Zions Bancorporation N.A.

NATIONAL COMMERCIAL BANKS
$68.14
0.25 (0.37%) ▲
5d: -5.62%
30d: -1.47%
90d: +10.28%
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Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 19, 2026
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Signal fired Aug 17, 2026 at $71.58 · last confirmed Aug 18, 2026

Strength: 5.6/10

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$52.24
Based on -3.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$32.44
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 9.4x Exit PE.

In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: ZION is currently trading at $68.14, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $69.05 to $71.81. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 9.9) is in line with its historical norms (9.4). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.7% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.

Technical Outlook: Technically, ZION is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $67.36. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.

Market Sentiment: ZION scores 38/100 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 $74.95 (+10.4%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range $69.05 - $71.81
Company Quality Score 47/100 (HOLD)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 55.7%

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All Signals

  • BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
  • BEARISH: Weak technical setup (38/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($74.95)
  • NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 1.7% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
  • WARNING: Composite score 47/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $69.05 - $71.81
Current vs Trading Range OVERSOLD

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $67.36
Resistance Level $72.59
Current Trend Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of Aug 21, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 9.95
Wall Street Target $74.95 (+10.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) 35.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY) 87.1%
Profit Margin 31.8%
Valuation Premium vs History +1.7% premium
PE vs Historical 10.0 vs 9.4 FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): +1.7% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $69.04 (+2%)
2-Year Target $70.22 (+3%)
3-Year Target $71.41 (+5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 10→9) PE COMPRESSION $67.43 (-1%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull: (PE: 20.1, Growth: -11.7%) $99.78 (+47%)
Base: (SPY PE: 10.0, Growth: -11.7%) $49.49 (-27%)
Bear: (PE: 8.5, Growth: -11.7%) $42.07 (-38%)
📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 9.03 | Current EPS (TTM): $7.56
Bull Case $67.77 (-1%)
Analyst growth -9.8%, PE expands to 9.9
Base Case $61.60 (-10%)
Market implied -9.8%, PE stable at 9.0
Bear Case $46.44 (-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 7.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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