Halliburton (HAL) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
HAL - Halliburton Company
$32.85
-0.54 (-1.62%)
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5d:
-7.91%
30d:
-7.05%
90d:
-6.44%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 20, 2026
27d
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Signal fired Sep 18, 2026 at $33.64 · last confirmed Sep 21, 2026
Strength: 9.0/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: HAL shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: HAL shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$70.65
Based on 13.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$43.87
25.1% Margin of Safety
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 12.9x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: HAL is currently trading at $32.85, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $34.10 to $36.65. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 11.5) compared to its historical average (12.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.9% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 16.1% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HAL is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $32.70. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: HAL scores 32/100 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $43.24 (+29.5%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HAL is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $32.70. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: HAL scores 32/100 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $43.24 (+29.5%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$34.10 -
$36.65
Company Quality Score
43/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (32/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 29.5% below Wall St target ($43.24)
- WARNING: Composite score 43/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$34.10 -
$36.65
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$32.71
Resistance Level
$37.80
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Sep 22, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
11.50
Wall Street Target
$43.24
(+29.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
3.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
16.1%
Profit Margin
7.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.9% cheaper
PE vs Historical
11.5 vs 12.9
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Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$32.09
(-4%)
2-Year Target
$30.84
(-8%)
3-Year Target
$29.63
(-11%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 12→13)
$33.23
(-1%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 23.5%)
$110.75
(+232%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 11.5, Growth: 23.5%)
$62.92
(+88%)
Bear:
(PE: 9.8, Growth: 23.5%)
$53.48
(+60%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (18x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (12x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 17.61 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.91
Bull Case
$56.23
(+68%)
Analyst growth 52.0%, PE expands to 19.4
Base Case
$51.12
(+53%)
Market implied 52.0%, PE stable at 17.6
Bear Case
$22.88
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 15.0
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 11.5 to 12.9
Stabilization Target:
$37.44
(+12.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+12.1%
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Last updated: September 22, 2026 4:45 PM ET
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