NetApp, Inc. (NTAP) Stock Analysis
Score A+Compounder · Grade A · Unknown
$120.98
$157.27
+30.0%
10/10
A
Compounder
Investment Thesis
High quantitative score: Solid company with strong risk/reward at 10.0:1.
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: $157.27 (+30.0%). Significantly undervalued.
PEG-Based EPS
$157.27
FCF DCF Model
$157.27
EV/EBITDA
$157.27
Blended Fair Value
$157.27
Confidence
High
Methods
PEG-Based EPS, FCF 2-Stage DCF, EV/EBITDA
Quality Analysis
100/120 points
Investable
ROE (3Y Avg)
103.3%
ROIC-WACC Spread
15.2%
D/E Ratio
3.4x
Current Ratio
1.3x
Interest Coverage
21x
FCF Positive Years
3/3
Quality Flags
- Leverage: D/E 3.4x (0/15 pts)
Market Sentiment
Wall Street Consensus
$124.00
+2.5% Upside
15 analysts
Range: $89.00 — $137.00
Rating: Buy
Our model is slightly more bullish than Wall Street.
Trend & Technical
Insufficient data to calculate SMA 200.
Technical analysis unavailable
Risk & Reward
Asymmetry Ratio
10.00:1
Expected Return
+54.5%
Bull Upside
+119.4%
Bear Downside
-10.0%
Excellent asymmetry: >3:1 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 NTAP?
Based on our multi-method conviction analysis, the estimated fair value of NetApp, Inc. (NTAP) is $157.27. This is calculated by blending PEG-Based EPS, 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 high.
Is NTAP a buy, sell, or hold?
NTAP currently has a STRONG_BUY rating with a conviction score of 10/10. High quantitative score: Solid company with strong risk/reward at 10.0:1. Quantitative score: high.
Is NTAP a high-quality stock?
NetApp, Inc. has a quality grade of A (100/120 points), rated as Investable. Key metrics include ROE of 103.3%, ROIC-WACC spread of 15.2%, and D/E ratio of 3.4x.
What type of stock is NTAP?
NTAP is classified as a "compounder" in our framework. Low dividend (reinvesting): 1.7%, Mature growth: 4.4%, High debt: D/E 3.4x, Dividend paying: 1.7%, High ROE (compounder): 116.6%
What do Wall Street analysts say about NTAP?
15 Wall Street analysts have a consensus price target of $124.00 for NTAP, representing +2.5% upside. Targets range from $89.00 to $137.00. The consensus recommendation is "Buy". Our model is slightly more bullish than Wall Street.
What are the risks of investing in NTAP?
The risk/reward asymmetry ratio for NTAP is 10.00:1, rated as Very Favorable. Excellent asymmetry: >3:1 ratio. Upside significantly outweighs downside. The expected return is +54.5%, with bull case upside of +119.4% and bear case downside of -10.0%.
What is the current trend for NTAP?
NTAP 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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