SLGN Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
SLGN - Silgan Holdings Inc
$42.39
1.27 (3.09%)
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5d:
-0.21%
30d:
-6.75%
90d:
+11.58%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 29, 2026
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Signal fired Aug 19, 2026 at $41.12 · last confirmed Aug 19, 2026
Strength: 3.1/10
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: SLGN shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite oversold pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: SLGN 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
$56.30
Based on 5.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$34.96
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 10.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: SLGN is currently trading at $42.39, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $41.27 to $46.03. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 10.3) is in line with its historical norms (10.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.4% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SLGN is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $42.69. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.1% recently.
Market Sentiment: SLGN scores 86/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $55.31 (+30.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SLGN is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $42.69. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.1% recently.
Market Sentiment: SLGN scores 86/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $55.31 (+30.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$41.27 -
$46.03
Company Quality Score
68/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
95.2%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (86/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.1%)
- BULLISH: Trading 30.5% below Wall St target ($55.31)
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 86/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$41.27 -
$46.03
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$40.23
Resistance Level
$42.69
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.35
Wall Street Target
$55.31
(+30.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
6.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-13.7%
Profit Margin
4.0%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
10.4 vs 10.5
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$42.22
(0%)
2-Year Target
$42.05
(-1%)
3-Year Target
$41.88
(-1%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→11)
$42.47
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 7.1%)
$101.04
(+138%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 10.4, Growth: 7.1%)
$52.13
(+23%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.8, Growth: 7.1%)
$44.31
(+5%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (16x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 16.13 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.55
Bull Case
$72.62
(+71%)
Analyst growth 60.5%, PE expands to 17.7
Base Case
$66.01
(+56%)
Market implied 60.5%, PE stable at 16.1
Bear Case
$27.96
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 13.7
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 10.4 to 10.5
Stabilization Target:
$42.98
(+1.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+1.4%
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Last updated: August 22, 2026 10:18 PM ET
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