FANG Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
FANG - Diamondback Energy, Inc.
$202.95
3.18 (1.59%)
▲
5d:
-0.85%
30d:
+18.02%
90d:
-1.3%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 03, 2026
TODAY
Smart Money Distribution
None View Scanner →
Strength: 7.7/10
Get Alerted When FANG Hits Your Target Price
Join 10,000+ traders who never miss a move
You're in! Check your email to confirm and set your target price.
100% Free
No spam, ever
Unsubscribe anytime
Interactive Price Chart (1 Month)
Loading chart...
Loading historical data...
Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: FANG shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: FANG shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$185.84
Based on -3.2% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$115.39
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 12.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: FANG is currently trading at $202.95, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $179.29 to $198.80. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 11.8) is in line with its historical norms (12.8). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.6% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FANG is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $190.05, while resistance sits at $210.55.
Market Sentiment: FANG has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $230.36 (+13.5%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FANG is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $190.05, while resistance sits at $210.55.
Market Sentiment: FANG has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $230.36 (+13.5%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$179.29 -
$198.80
Company Quality Score
54/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
59.5%
Protect Your Profits
Holding FANG? Use our AI-powered strategies to protect your downside while keeping your long-term position.
View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($230.36)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$179.29 -
$198.80
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$190.05
Resistance Level
$210.55
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Jul 31, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
11.83
Wall Street Target
$230.36
(+13.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
4.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-98.4%
Profit Margin
2.0%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical
11.8 vs 12.8
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$197.67
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$192.53
(-5%)
3-Year Target
$187.53
(-8%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 12→13)
$202.90
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.7, Growth: -10.3%)
$259.25
(+28%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 11.8, Growth: -10.3%)
$147.95
(-27%)
Bear:
(PE: 10.1, Growth: -10.3%)
$125.76
(-38%)
📈
Valuation based on Current Earnings
Forward PE: 9.23 | Forward EPS (Implied): $22.00
Bull Case
$245.06
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 9.7
Base Case
$202.95
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 9.2
Bear Case
$155.26
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 8.3
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
💡
Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 11.8 to 12.8
Stabilization Target:
$219.58
(+8.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+8.2%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: August 02, 2026 6:12 PM ET
Data refreshes hourly during market hours. Next update: 7:12 PM
Data refreshes hourly during market hours. Next update: 7:12 PM
🔥 Top Stocks Breaking Out Now
| Ticker | Score | Recommendation | Change % |
|---|
Technical Signals Check
Is FANG showing a specific setup today?
Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
10
Sells
Net
INSIDERS SELLING
Recent Transactions
Charles Alvin Meloy
SELL
7857 shares
2026-04-06
Matt Zmigrosky
SELL
4101 shares
2026-03-18
Steven E West
SELL
6000 shares
2026-03-18
Top Rated Oil & Gas E&P Stocks
Top-rated stocks in Oil & Gas E&P by analyst ratings.
| Stock | Analyst Consensus | Analyst Target | Tradestie Score |
|---|---|---|---|
|
CTRA
Coterra Energy Inc |
STRONG BUY
26 analysts |
$37 | 59 HOLD |
|
EXE
Expand Energy Corporation |
STRONG BUY
27 analysts |
$124 | 42 HOLD |
|
DVN
Devon Energy Corporation |
STRONG BUY
27 analysts |
$59 | 52 HOLD |
|
COP
ConocoPhillips |
BUY
27 analysts |
$141 | 46 HOLD |
|
PR
Permian Resources Corpor… |
STRONG BUY
20 analysts |
$25 | 52 HOLD |
Advanced FANG Option Strategies
Professional options setups generated by AI based on today's FANG price and gamma walls.
