ASB Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ASB - Associated Banc-Corp
$30.84
0.08 (0.26%)
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5d:
-4.61%
30d:
+1.92%
90d:
+9.95%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 22, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: ASB is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 1.4% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: ASB is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 1.4% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$44.38
Based on 8.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$27.56
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 8.9x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ASB is currently trading at $30.84, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $30.68 to $31.75. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 9.3) is in line with its historical norms (8.9). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.4% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ASB is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $30.59. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 42/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $34.44 (+11.7%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ASB is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $30.59. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 42/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $34.44 (+11.7%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$30.68 -
$31.75
Company Quality Score
48/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
80.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (42/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($34.44)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 1.4% growth with 23.5% revenue growth
- WARNING: Composite score 48/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$30.68 -
$31.75
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$30.59
Resistance Level
$32.46
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.26
Wall Street Target
$34.44
(+11.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
23.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-3.1%
Profit Margin
32.5%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.4% premium
PE vs Historical
9.3 vs 8.9
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$31.27
(+1%)
2-Year Target
$31.71
(+3%)
3-Year Target
$32.15
(+4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9â9)
PE COMPRESSION
$30.91
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 12.9%)
$96.22
(+212%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.3, Growth: 12.9%)
$44.39
(+44%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.9, Growth: 12.9%)
$37.73
(+22%)
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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
$39.41
(+28%)
Analyst growth 16.5%, PE expands to 11.8
Base Case
$35.82
(+16%)
Market implied 16.5%, 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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