SMG Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
SMG - The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
$68.54
5.05 (7.95%)
▲
5d:
+8.66%
30d:
+15.86%
90d:
+2.54%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 24, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 29, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD - EXTENDED: SMG is 8.6% above its trading range ($63.11). Fundamentals are solid but entry is stretched. Hold existing positions; wait for pullback to add new shares.
📊 HOLD - EXTENDED: SMG is 8.6% above its trading range ($63.11). Fundamentals are solid but entry is stretched. Hold existing positions; wait for pullback to add new shares.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$82.86
Based on 6.2% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$51.45
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 13.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: SMG is currently trading at $68.54, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $57.30 to $63.11. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 14.6) compared to its historical average (13.1). At these levels, the market is pricing in 3.6% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SMG is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $62.07. 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 8.0% recently.
Market Sentiment: SMG has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SMG is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $62.07. 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 8.0% recently.
Market Sentiment: SMG has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. 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
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$57.30 -
$63.11
Company Quality Score
56/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
58.1%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range (+8.6% above its trading range)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+8.0%)
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($72.67)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 3.6% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$57.30 -
$63.11
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$53.60
Resistance Level
$62.07
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.60
Wall Street Target
$72.67
(+6.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
5.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
8.5%
Profit Margin
3.2%
Valuation Premium vs History
+3.6% premium
PE vs Historical
14.6 vs 13.1
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+3.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$71.01
(+4%)
2-Year Target
$73.56
(+7%)
3-Year Target
$76.21
(+11%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15→13)
PE COMPRESSION
$68.40
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 8.3%)
$129.84
(+89%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.6, Growth: 8.3%)
$87.02
(+27%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.4, Growth: 8.3%)
$73.96
(+8%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (18x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 18.02 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.48
Bull Case
$93.08
(+36%)
Analyst growth 34.9%, PE expands to 19.8
Base Case
$84.62
(+24%)
Market implied 34.9%, PE stable at 18.0
Bear Case
$42.64
(-38%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 15.3
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Last updated: June 25, 2026 1:42 AM ET
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1
Buys
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Sells
0
Net
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