ROK Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ROK - Rockwell Automation, Inc.
$437.08
5.63 (1.30%)
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5d:
-2.73%
30d:
-5.12%
90d:
-0.72%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 04, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: ROK shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite oversold pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: ROK shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite oversold pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$544.79
Based on 8.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$338.27
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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ROK is currently trading at $437.08, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $439.65 to $467.79. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 29.1) is in line with its historical norms (30.6). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.6% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 40.4% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ROK is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $428.22. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: ROK scores 70/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $478.21 (+10.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ROK is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $428.22. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: ROK scores 70/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $478.21 (+10.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$439.65 -
$467.79
Company Quality Score
62/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
90.4%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (70/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($478.21)
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 70/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$439.65 -
$467.79
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$17.43
(4.0%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$428.22
Resistance Level
$454.69
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
29.11
Wall Street Target
$478.21
(+10.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
7.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
40.4%
Profit Margin
13.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical
29.1 vs 30.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$424.55
(-2%)
2-Year Target
$417.75
(-3%)
3-Year Target
$411.07
(-5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 29→31)
$432.15
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 29.1, Growth: 12.1%)
$608.59
(+41%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.1, Growth: 12.1%)
$419.63
(-3%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.1, Growth: 12.1%)
$356.69
(-17%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (41x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (29x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 40.64 | Current EPS (TTM): $10.66
Bull Case
$662.71
(+52%)
Analyst growth 39.1%, PE expands to 44.7
Base Case
$602.47
(+38%)
Market implied 39.1%, PE stable at 40.6
Bear Case
$294.62
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 34.6
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 29.1 to 30.6
Stabilization Target:
$453.58
(+5.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+5.1%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: August 24, 2026 1:02 AM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
1
Buys
5
Sells
Net
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