AP Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
AP - Ampco-Pittsburgh Corp.
$8.80
0.36 (4.27%)
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5d:
-6.08%
30d:
+4.39%
90d:
-13.3%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 10, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: AP is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: AP is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: AP is currently trading at $8.80, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $8.09 to $9.28.
Technical Outlook: Technically, AP is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $8.41, while resistance sits at $10.23. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.3% recently.
Market Sentiment: AP scores 15/100 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. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (26th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $5.00. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, AP is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $8.41, while resistance sits at $10.23. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.3% recently.
Market Sentiment: AP scores 15/100 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. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (26th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $5.00. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$8.09 -
$9.28
Company Quality Score
39/100
(SELL)
Options IV Signal
26th percentile
(COMPLACENCY WARNING)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
56.2%
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- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 26th percentile)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (15/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+4.3%)
- BEARISH: Trading 43.2% above Wall St target ($5.00)
- WARNING: Composite score 39/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$8.09 -
$9.28
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
Âą$1.14
(12.9%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$8.41
Resistance Level
$10.23
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
29.41
Wall Street Target
$5.00
(-43.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-9.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
400.0%
Profit Margin
-13.8%
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Last updated: August 24, 2026 2:25 AM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
1
Buys
0
Sells
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BUY
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