J Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
J - Jacobs Solutions Inc.
$120.90
2.20 (1.85%)
▲
5d:
-2.95%
30d:
+6.02%
90d:
-6.43%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 04, 2026
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Strength: 5.7/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: J shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: J 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
$207.88
Based on 8.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$129.08
6.3% 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 16.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: J is currently trading at $120.90, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $113.67 to $124.00. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 14.4) compared to its historical average (16.6). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 4.5% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, J is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $115.00, while resistance sits at $125.85.
Market Sentiment: J has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $158.27 (+33.3%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, J is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $115.00, while resistance sits at $125.85.
Market Sentiment: J has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $158.27 (+33.3%). 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
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$113.67 -
$124.00
Company Quality Score
51/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
50.0%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 33.3% below Wall St target ($158.27)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$113.67 -
$124.00
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$115.00
Resistance Level
$125.85
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.42
Wall Street Target
$158.27
(+33.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
27.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-63.4%
Profit Margin
2.9%
Valuation Discount vs History
-4.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
14.4 vs 16.6
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-4.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$113.36
(-5%)
2-Year Target
$108.26
(-9%)
3-Year Target
$103.39
(-13%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 14→17)
$119.05
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 13.6%)
$262.80
(+121%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.4, Growth: 13.6%)
$173.95
(+47%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.3, Growth: 13.6%)
$147.85
(+25%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (36x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (14x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 35.68 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.39
Bull Case
$266.13
(+124%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 39.3
Base Case
$241.94
(+104%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 35.7
Bear Case
$82.26
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 30.3
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 14.4 to 16.6
Stabilization Target:
$136.68
(+15.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+15.2%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
1
Buys
2
Sells
Net
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