SD Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
SD - SandRidge Energy, Inc.
$13.63
-0.29 (-2.08%)
▼
5d:
+1.49%
30d:
+2.95%
90d:
-11.15%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: SD shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: SD shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$5.51
Based on -16.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$3.42
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 9.7x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: SD is currently trading at $13.63, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $13.37 to $13.85. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 9.3) is in line with its historical norms (9.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.2% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 42.9% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SD is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $13.15, while resistance sits at $14.37.
Market Sentiment: SD has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SD is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $13.15, while resistance sits at $14.37.
Market Sentiment: SD has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$13.37 -
$13.85
Company Quality Score
45/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
32th percentile
(NORMAL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
76.9%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Options fairly priced (IV 32th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($15.00)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$13.37 -
$13.85
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$0.81
(5.9%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$13.15
Resistance Level
$14.37
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Aug 3, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.34
Wall Street Target
$15.00
(+7.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
16.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
42.9%
Profit Margin
46.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
9.3 vs 9.7
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$13.75
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$13.59
(-2%)
3-Year Target
$13.42
(-4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9→10)
$13.94
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.7, Growth: -36.6%)
$22.52
(+62%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.3, Growth: -36.6%)
$10.15
(-27%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.9, Growth: -36.6%)
$8.63
(-38%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 6.62 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.05
Bull Case
$10.85
(-20%)
Analyst growth -27.3%, PE expands to 7.3
Base Case
$9.86
(-28%)
Market implied -27.3%, PE stable at 6.6
Bear Case
$9.23
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 5.6
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 9.3 to 9.7
Stabilization Target:
$14.45
(+3.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+3.8%
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NEUTRAL
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