The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. (IPG) Stock Analysis
Score AValue · Grade B · Unknown
$24.57
$31.50
+28.2%
10/10
B
Value
Investment Thesis
Good opportunity: Solid company with good risk/reward at 7.3:1.
For New Investors
Quantitative score: high
For Current Holders
Quantitative score: neutral
Buy if
- Price drops 15-20% (improves asymmetry)
- Bull scenario catalysts materialize
- Market-wide correction creates opportunity
Sell if
- Bear scenario triggers occur
- Quality metrics deteriorate (ROIC declining)
- Better alternatives emerge
Valuation
Fair Value estimate: $31.50 (+28.2%). Significantly undervalued. (Methods diverge significantly. Conservative estimate shown.)
PEG-Based EPS
$5.45
FCF DCF Model
$31.94
EV/EBITDA
$31.94
Blended Fair Value
$31.50
Confidence
Low
Methods
PEG-Based EPS (conservative), FCF 2-Stage DCF, EV/EBITDA
Quality Analysis
75/120 points
Investable
ROE (3Y Avg)
23.9%
ROIC-WACC Spread
1.3%
D/E Ratio
1.1x
Current Ratio
1.1x
Interest Coverage
5x
FCF Positive Years
3/3
Quality Flags
- ROIC spread: 1.3pp (got 3/25 pts)
- Leverage: D/E 1.1x (7/15 pts)
Market Sentiment
Wall Street Consensus
$36.00
+46.5% Upside
Range: $26.00 — $56.00
Analyst consensus data not available.
Trend & Technical
Insufficient data to calculate SMA 200.
Technical analysis unavailable
Risk & Reward
Asymmetry Ratio
7.28:1
Expected Return
+19.3%
Bull Upside
+38.8%
Bear Downside
-5.3%
Excellent asymmetry: 7.28:1 ratio. Upside significantly outweighs downside.
Verdict: Very Favorable
Scenario Analysis
Bear
Base
Bull
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fair value of IPG?
Based on our multi-method conviction analysis, the estimated fair value of The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. (IPG) is $31.50. This is calculated by blending PEG-Based EPS (conservative), FCF 2-Stage DCF, EV/EBITDA and applying a quality premium of 0% based on the company's fundamentals. The confidence level of this estimate is low.
Is IPG a buy, sell, or hold?
IPG currently has a BUY rating with a conviction score of 10/10. Good opportunity: Solid company with good risk/reward at 7.3:1. Quantitative score: high.
Is IPG a high-quality stock?
The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. has a quality grade of B (75/120 points), rated as Investable. Key metrics include ROE of 23.9%, ROIC-WACC spread of 1.3%, and D/E ratio of 1.1x.
What type of stock is IPG?
IPG is classified as a "value" in our framework. High FCF Yield: 10.2%, Mature growth: 3.0%, Dividend paying: 2.7%, Market-like beta: 1.01, Consistent FCF: 3/3 years positive
What do Wall Street analysts say about IPG?
Multiple Wall Street analysts have a consensus price target of $36.00 for IPG, representing +46.5% upside. Targets range from $26.00 to $56.00. The consensus recommendation is "—". Analyst consensus data not available.
What are the risks of investing in IPG?
The risk/reward asymmetry ratio for IPG is 7.28:1, rated as Very Favorable. Excellent asymmetry: 7.28:1 ratio. Upside significantly outweighs downside. The expected return is +19.3%, with bull case upside of +38.8% and bear case downside of -5.3%.
What is the current trend for IPG?
IPG is in a unknown trend. Insufficient data to calculate SMA 200. The technical score is —/100.
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Last updated: May 19, 2026 · Framework version 3.7
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