Loar (LOAR.US) Price Target 2026/2027: 20% Upside – Rating and Stock Analysis

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Loar Price Target 2026: Analysts See 20% Upside

The average price target for Loar is $85.20. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 19.66% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is Loar overvalued or undervalued?

Loar is currently undervalued with a gap of 19.7% relative to the price target.


The current price is $71.20, which places Loar in the undervalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $76.68, and overvalued when the price exceeds $93.72.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Loar, the fair value range lies between $76.68 and $93.72.


See the full price target analysis for Loar →

Analyst Ratings for Loar stock in 2026: Strong Buy

5 analysts cover Loar. There is broad agreement on a positive view — 100% recommend buying. The average price target is $85.20, which gives an upside of 19.7% from the current price.

Consensus: Strong Buy (4.60/5)
Strong Buy
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4.60 out of 5 based on 5 analysts

About Loar – Forsvar

Loar Holdings Inc., through its subsidiaries, designs, manufactures, and sells aerospace and defense components for aircraft, and aerospace and defense systems in the United States and internationally. It offers airframe components, structural components, avionics, composites, braking system components, de-ice and ice protection, electro-mechanical, engineered materials, flight controls, fluid and motion controls, environmental, metal forming, molded components, and restraints and safety devices. The company also provides auto throttles, lap-belt airbags, two-and three-point seat belts, water purification systems, fire barriers, polyimide washers and bushings, latches, interior securing devices, hold-open and tie rods, temperature and fluid sensors and switches, carbon and metallic brake discs, fluid and pneumatic-based ice protection, RAM air components, sealing solutions, motion and actuation devices, edge-lighted panels and knobs, and annunciators for incandescent and LED illuminated pushbutton switches, high-performance fans and cooling devices, lighting, Human-Machine Interface products, and bespoke lighting systems, and others. It primarily serves commercial, business jet and general aviation, and defense markets. Loar Holdings Inc. was incorporated in 2017 and is headquartered in White Plains, New York. Read more about the company

Key Figures for Loar

$ 6.8B Market cap
$ 538M Revenue
Forsvar Industry
106.68 P/E
12.63 P/S
5.43 P/B
USA Listed on exchange

What kind of stock is Loar?

Stable stock

Loar is classified as a stable stock.

Score Overview for Loar

💰 Value Score 14/100 (Very Low)
⭐ Quality Score 51/100 (Neutral)
🚀 Momentum Score 63/100 (High)
📊 Total Score 42/100

⚠️ 2 red flags identified

Our analysis has identified 2 potential risk factors in Loar that investors should be aware of.

⚠️ High short interest: 13.7% of the shares are sold short – many professional investors are betting on price declines.
⚠️ Falling earnings: Quarterly earnings have fallen 26% year over year – the company's profitability is under pressure.

📈 Valuation

Loar trades at a P/E ratio of 106.7, which is above the market average. The forward P/E is 60.6 (43% lower), which suggests the market expects rising earnings. The P/S ratio is 12.6 (high — the market pays a premium for the revenue). The P/B ratio is 5.4.

💵 Profitability & Growth

Loar has a profit margin of 12.6% (solid) and an operating margin of 25.6%. Return on equity (ROE) is 6.0%. Return on assets (ROA) is 4.5%. The latest quarterly earnings grew -25.6% year over year — falling earnings.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 5 out of 9 — average financial health. Altman Z2 is 2.28 (middle zone — moderate). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 33.3% — low debt, a solid balance sheet.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 13.65% — very high, the market is skeptical.

Insider Trading in Loar 2026: The Signal Is negative

In 2026, insiders at Loar have made 20 transactions – split into 7 purchases and 13 sales. On a net basis, insiders took 647,109,448 $ out of the stock. Active insiders include LEVY PAUL S, Carpenito Anthony, Charles Dirkson R and others. In the short term (last 3 months), the insider signal is negative.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares over the last 3 months.

Over the last 3 months: 0 purchases and 1 sales. A net 2,120,650 $ out of the stock.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Mostly negative

Insiders have sold considerably more than they have bought. At large companies this can be due to planned sales (10b5-1 plans) and is not necessarily a negative signal.

Across the last 20 transactions: 7 purchases and 13 sales. A net 647,109,448 $ out of the stock.

Latest purchase: LEVY PAUL S bought 75,000 shares at 65 $ each on 2026-03-13. The stock has since risen 11.8%.

Latest sale: Danmola Taiwo K. sold 35,000 shares at 61 $ each on 2026-05-20.

Who is buying: LEVY PAUL S, Carpenito Anthony, Charles Dirkson R, Bobbili Raja.

Who is selling: Danmola Taiwo K., GSO Capital Opportunities Fund III LP, Blackstone Alternative Credit Advisors LP, MILGRIM BRETT N, Manella Michael J. and others.

Latest Insider Trades in Loar (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in Loar. Green rows are purchases, red rows are sales. The data is based on official filings.

Transaction date Name Type Number of shares Price per share ($) Total amount ($)
2026-05-20 Danmola Taiwo K. Sell 35,000 61 2,120,650
2026-03-13 LEVY PAUL S Buy 75,000 65 4,867,500
2026-03-13 Carpenito Anthony Buy 50 65 3,235
2026-03-12 Charles Dirkson R Buy 36,434 67 2,457,473
2026-03-12 Carpenito Anthony Buy 1,260 65 82,102
2026-03-12 Bobbili Raja Buy 20,000 64 1,283,400
2026-03-11 Charles Dirkson R Buy 4,166 67 281,163
2026-03-10 Charles Dirkson R Buy 3,400 67 229,194
2025-06-09 GSO Capital Opportunities Fund III LP Sell 2,656,060 83 219,417,117
2025-06-09 Blackstone Alternative Credit Advisors LP Sell 2,656,060 83 219,417,117

Who is buying and selling Loar shares in 2026?

The following insiders have bought shares in Loar: LEVY PAUL S, Carpenito Anthony, Charles Dirkson R, Bobbili Raja. In total, 9,204,067 $ was bought across 7 transactions. The following insiders have sold shares: Danmola Taiwo K., GSO Capital Opportunities Fund III LP, Blackstone Alternative Credit Advisors LP, MILGRIM BRETT N, Manella Michael J. and others. In total, 656,313,516 $ was sold across 13 transactions. Insider trades are legal transactions in which executives and board members buy or sell shares of their own company. These transactions are reported to the SEC and are publicly available.

Loar Short Selling 2026: 13.7% Sold Short

Very high short interest: 13.7% of the free float
Short % of free float
13.7%
Assessment
Very high short interest
Short squeeze risk
High
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has a very high share of short selling. Between 10-20% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which points to considerable bearish sentiment. A positive earnings report or unexpectedly good news can trigger a short squeeze with sharp price gains.

What does this mean for you as an investor?
A short interest of 13.7% means that 13.7% of the freely traded shares in Loar have been borrowed and sold by investors betting on falling prices. On positive surprises (e.g. a strong earnings report), short sellers can be forced to buy back shares quickly to close their positions, which can cause a short squeeze with sharp price gains in a short time.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
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When Does Loar Report Earnings?

The next earnings date for Loar is not yet available. Check the company's investor calendar for more information.



Technical Analysis of Loar 2026 – Signal: Strong Buy

Overall Technical Signal: Strong Buy

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated August 8, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Loar Holdings Inc.

Loar Holdings Inc. is in a short-term uptrend. The price of $72.54 is 2.1% above the 20-day average ($71.02). Medium term, the picture is positive: the price is 2.6% above the 50-day average ($70.71). Long term, the stock is 6.8% above the 200-day average ($67.92), which confirms a long-term uptrend.

Golden Cross: The 50-day average (70.71) is above the 200-day average (67.92), which is a classic bullish signal for Loar Holdings Inc..

Is Loar Holdings Inc. overbought or oversold?

Loar Holdings Inc. has an RSI of 52.5, right in the middle of the neutral zone. There is no clear buying or selling pressure.

MACD Analysis for Loar Holdings Inc.

Daily MACD: MACD is positive (0.363), which means the short-term trend is bullish (the 12-day EMA is above the 26-day EMA). MACD is above the signal line (0.043) by 0.320, which confirms rising momentum in the uptrend.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is positive (1.215), which indicates a broader bullish long-term trend. MACD5 is above the signal line (-0.090) by 1.305, which confirms rising long-term momentum.

Overall MACD assessment: Both the daily and weekly MACD are positive and above their signal lines. Trend and momentum confirm each other across time horizons – the strongest bullish signal.

Risk Profile for Loar Holdings Inc.

Loar Holdings Inc. has an annual standard deviation of 42.3%, which classifies the stock as medium risk. The price can swing noticeably when the market moves.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Loar Holdings Inc.

Trend: Positive. The price trades above SMA50 and SMA200.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bullish (0.363). Weekly bullish (1.215).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily rising. Weekly rising.

RSI: 52.5 – neutral.

Technical signal: Strong Buy

The price is in an uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200) and MACD is positive on both a daily and weekly basis. Trend and MACD trend confirm each other – the strongest technical buy signal.

Frequently Asked Questions About Loar stock in 2026

Should you buy Loar stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for Loar is currently BUY. Loar trades at $71.20 as of 8/8/2026. The overall technical signal is: Strong Buy. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 0.363 with rising momentum (signal: 0.043); RSI is at 52.5 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $85.20 points to 19.7% upside. The stock is in a broader uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200). This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Loar stock?
The average analyst price target for Loar is $85.20. The current price is $71.20, which gives an upside of 19.7%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $76.68 and $93.72.
Is Loar a dividend stock?
No, Loar does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of Loar stock?
Loar is rated as a stock with moderate risk. the annual standard deviation is 42.3%, which classifies the stock as moderate risk.
Is Loar overvalued?
No, Loar is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (19.7% upside). Loar has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 106.7 (highly valued), a P/S ratio of 12.6, a P/B ratio of 5.4. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 19.7%.
Is Loar overbought?
No, Loar is not overbought. RSI is at 52.5 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 52.5 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 0.3% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish).
When is the next Loar earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for Loar has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is Loar shorted?
Yes, Loar is shorted with 13.7% of the free float sold short. This is a very high level of short selling, which points to considerable bearish sentiment. A positive earnings report or unexpectedly good news can trigger a short squeeze with sharp price gains. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Loar stock?
No, insiders are not buying Loar shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 1 sales. On a net basis, 2,120,650 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 7 purchases and 13 sales, with a net 647,109,448 $ sold. Active sellers include Danmola Taiwo K., GSO Capital Opportunities Fund III LP, Blackstone Alternative Credit Advisors LP 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 Loar a good stock?
Based on our total score, Loar is rated as a mediocre stock with a total score of 43 out of 100. The stock scores around average on value, quality and momentum – it sits near the median in our database. The score is made up of Value: 14/100, Quality: 51/100, Momentum: 63/100. In addition: analysts see 19.7% upside to the price target; technical signal: Strong Buy. Whether Loar 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 Loar stock?
The outlook for Loar based on current data: the average analyst price target is $85.20 (+19.7%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the P/E ratio is 106.7 (high – the market expects growth). 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 Loar stock moving?
Loar is stable right now. The technical indicators show: the price is close to the 20-day average; MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish signal); short interest is 13.7% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been buying the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Loar go?
The average analyst price target for Loar is $85.20, which corresponds to a potential gain of 19.7% from the current price of $71.20. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Loar fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Loar. 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 Loar do?
Loar Holdings Inc., through its subsidiaries, designs, manufactures, and sells aerospace and defense components for aircraft, and aerospace and defense systems in the United States and internationally. It offers airframe components, structural components, avionics, composites,... The company belongs to the Industrials sector, more specifically the Forsvar industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Loar as an investment.
Did Loar raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Loar. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Loar making money or losing money?
Yes, Loar is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 12.6% — which is solid. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 25.6%. At a P/E ratio of 106.7, you currently pay 106.7 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 Loar go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Loar is rated as moderate. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 2.28 — that places the company in the middle zone. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 5 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 33% (low). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Loar have a lot of debt?
No, Loar has low debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 33%. For the industrials sector, anything below 100% counts as low debt. Industrial companies often sit at 100-200% because of heavy production assets and long order books. 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. Can Loar service its debt? Can service its debt, but it weighs on the company — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 1.8x, and net debt equals 4.5 years of earnings (EBITDA).