Should you buy Garmin stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for Garmin is currently Buy. Garmin trades at $279.21 as of Oct 7, 2026. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 0.648 with falling momentum (signal: 1.110); RSI is at 45.1 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term downtrend (price below the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $302.00 points to 8.2% upside. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Garmin stock?
The average analyst price target for Garmin is $302.00. The current price is $279.21, which gives an upside of 8.2%. Based on this, the stock is considered fairly valued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $271.80 and $332.20.
Is Garmin a dividend stock?
Yes, Garmin is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 1.49%. The latest dividend was $1.05 per share. The latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend) was Sep 11, 2026. The payout ratio is 40.3%, which is considered sustainable. The next dividend payment is scheduled for Mar 26, 2027.
When does Garmin pay a dividend in 2026?
Garmin pays its next dividend on Mar 26, 2027. The latest dividend was $1.05 per share with an ex-dividend date of Sep 11, 2026. The dividend yield is 1.49%. The payout ratio of 40.3% points to a sustainable dividend with room to grow.
What is the risk of Garmin stock?
Garmin is rated as a stock in the risk category Balanced. the annual standard deviation is 34.2%, which classifies the stock as Balanced.
Is Garmin overvalued?
Garmin is considered fairly valued – the price is close to the analyst price target. Garmin has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 29.2 (moderately to highly valued), a P/S ratio of 7.1, a P/B ratio of 6.1. The stock trades close to the analyst price target and is considered fairly valued.
Is Garmin overbought?
No, Garmin is not overbought. RSI is at 45.1 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 45.1 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 1.2% below the 20-day average (short-term downtrend). In addition, MACD is positive, but momentum is falling.
When is the next Garmin earnings report?
Garmin reports its next earnings on October 28, 2026. The stock currently trades at $279.21. With a P/E ratio of 29.2, the market will be watching closely whether earnings meet expectations.
Is Garmin shorted?
Yes, Garmin is shorted with 1.9% of the free float sold short. This is a moderate level of short selling, within the normal range for most stocks. The figure comes from our data provider EODHD, is reported about twice a month, and we check it every trading day.
Are insiders buying Garmin stock?
No, insiders are not buying Garmin shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 4 sales. On a net basis, 1,998,620 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 0 purchases and 20 sales, with a net 16,822,635 $ sold. Active sellers include Wang Cheng-Wei, MAXFIELD JOSHUA H, Biddlecombe Sean and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Garmin a good stock?
Based on our total score, Garmin is rated as a good stock with a total score of 63 out of 100. The stock scores above average on value, quality and momentum. The score is made up of Value: 32/100, Quality: 84/100, Momentum: 74/100. In addition: a dividend of 1.49%; technical signal: Buy. Whether Garmin is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Garmin stock?
The outlook for Garmin based on current data: the average analyst price target is $302.00 (+8.2%); the next earnings report is due on Oct 28, 2026, which can move the price; the P/E ratio is 29.2 (moderate). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Garmin stock moving?
Garmin is stable right now. The technical indicators show: the price is close to the 20-day average; insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis and insider section above.
How high can Garmin go?
The average analyst price target for Garmin is $302.00, which corresponds to a potential gain of 8.2% from the current price of $279.21. The stock has traded between $183.64 and $313.07 over the last 52 weeks. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Garmin fall?
The stock has traded as low as $183.64 over the last 52 weeks — that is 34.2% below the current price of $279.21. The biggest decline (drawdown) in the same period was 41.3% from high to low. Within a year, the price typically swings about ±34.2% (standard deviation — a measure of price swings). A difficult year could therefore mean a further decline of that size. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Garmin do?
Garmin makes wireless devices and is known for its GPS technology (GPS is a satellite system that shows your exact location). The company earns most of its money by developing and selling watches for running and multisport, such as the Fenix series, as well as bike computers.
... The company belongs to the Technology sector, more specifically the Scientific & Technical Instruments industry, is headquartered in United States, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Garmin as an investment.
Did Garmin raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Garmin. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history above.
Is Garmin making money or losing money?
Yes, Garmin is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 24.5% — which is excellent. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 30.4%. At a P/E ratio of 29.2, you currently pay 29.2 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Garmin go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Garmin is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 9.73 — that places the company in the healthy zone. The company has a healthy balance sheet with limited debt relative to earnings and assets. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 7 — which is strong. Debt relative to equity is 23% (low). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Garmin have a lot of debt?
No, Garmin has low debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 23%. For the technology sector, anything below 60% counts as low debt. Tech companies are usually asset-light and need little borrowed capital — anything below 60% counts as low in this sector. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector.
