APLE Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
APLE - Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc.
$16.67
0.17 (1.03%)
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5d:
+3.73%
30d:
+0.36%
90d:
+14.89%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: APLE shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 6.0% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: APLE shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 6.0% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$14.65
Based on 1.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$9.10
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 19.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: APLE is currently trading at $16.67, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $16.05 to $16.86. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 22.9) compared to its historical average (19.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 6.0% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, APLE is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $16.68. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: APLE scores 67/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, APLE is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $16.68. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: APLE scores 67/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$16.05 -
$16.86
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
70.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (67/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($17.06)
- NEUTRAL: Trading at premium valuation - market expects 6.0% growth which is achievable
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 67/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$16.05 -
$16.86
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$15.54
Resistance Level
$16.68
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
22.93
Wall Street Target
$17.06
(+2.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
4.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
4.6%
Profit Margin
12.2%
Valuation Premium vs History
+6.0% premium
PE vs Historical
22.9 vs 19.2
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+6.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$17.67
(+6%)
2-Year Target
$18.73
(+12%)
3-Year Target
$19.85
(+19%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 23→19)
PE COMPRESSION
$16.62
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.9, Growth: -2.0%)
$15.68
(+-6%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.1, Growth: -2.0%)
$13.72
(-18%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.1, Growth: -2.0%)
$11.67
(-30%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 22.00 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.75
Bull Case
$17.59
(+6%)
Analyst growth -3.1%, PE expands to 24.2
Base Case
$15.99
(-4%)
Market implied -3.1%, PE stable at 22.0
Bear Case
$11.22
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 18.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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