ASB Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ASB - Associated Banc-Corp
$30.88
0.12 (0.39%)
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5d:
+0.23%
30d:
-1.09%
90d:
+9.66%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 22, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: ASB shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.9% growth. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: ASB shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.9% growth. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$42.87
Based on 8.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$26.62
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 8.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ASB is currently trading at $30.88, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $30.25 to $31.19. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 9.3) is in line with its historical norms (8.8). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.9% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ASB is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $31.44. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ASB is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $31.44. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), 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
$30.25 -
$31.19
Company Quality Score
53/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
71.0%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($33.89)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 1.9% growth with 23.5% revenue growth
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$30.25 -
$31.19
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$29.92
Resistance Level
$31.44
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jul 31, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.34
Wall Street Target
$33.89
(+9.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
23.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-3.1%
Profit Margin
32.5%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.9% premium
PE vs Historical
9.3 vs 8.8
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$31.47
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$32.06
(+4%)
3-Year Target
$32.67
(+6%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9→9)
PE COMPRESSION
$30.78
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.7, Growth: 12.2%)
$96.68
(+213%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.3, Growth: 12.2%)
$43.57
(+41%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.9, Growth: 12.2%)
$37.03
(+20%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (11x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (9x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 10.76 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.86
Bull Case
$39.11
(+27%)
Analyst growth 15.6%, PE expands to 11.8
Base Case
$35.55
(+15%)
Market implied 15.6%, PE stable at 10.8
Bear Case
$20.92
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 9.1
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
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Sells
Net
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