PAR Technology (PAR.US) Price Target 2026/2027: 55% Upside – Rating and Stock Analysis

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Price history for PAR Technology (PAR.US) – stock price at 17.25 $, August 2026
PAR Technology stock price – price development 2026. Updated Aug 6, 2026.
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PAR Technology Price Target 2026: Analysts See 55% Upside

The average price target for PAR Technology is $26.81. 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 55,42% 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 PAR Technology overvalued or undervalued?

PAR Technology is currently undervalued with a gap of 55.4% relative to the price target.


The current price is $17.25, which places PAR Technology in the undervalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $24.13, and overvalued when the price exceeds $29.49.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For PAR Technology, the fair value range lies between $24.13 and $29.49.


See the full price target analysis for PAR Technology →

Analyst Ratings for PAR Technology stock in 2026: Strong Buy

10 analysts cover PAR Technology. There is broad agreement on a positive view — 80% recommend buying. The average price target is $26.81, which gives an upside of 55.4% from the current price.

Consensus: Strong Buy (4.50/5)
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4.50 out of 5 based on 10 analysts

About PAR Technology – Software - Application

PAR Technology Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, provides omnichannel cloud-based software and hardware solutions for the restaurant and retail industries worldwide. The company offers Punchh and PAR Ordering products and services for customer loyalty, engagement, and omnichannel digital ordering and delivery; PAR RETAIL, a digital engagement software solution; and PLEXURE, an international customer engagement and loyalty platform under the ENGAGEMENT CLOUD. It also provides PAR POS, a point-of-sale solution; TASK, an enterprise-grade technology solution; PAR OPS, which includes Data Central and Delaget; and PAR PAY, such as PAR payment services, and merchant services under the OPERATOR CLOUD. In addition, the company offers point-of-sale terminals and tablets, wireless headsets, drive-thru systems, kitchen display systems, kiosks, printers, payment devices, and other in-store peripherals. Further it provides services, such as hardware repair, installation and implementation, training, and on-site and technical support services. It serves enterprise restaurants, franchisees, and other restaurant outlets and to C-Stores; and other retail customers, including amusement parks, cinemas, cruise lines, spas, casinos, and other ticketing and entertainment venues. The company was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in New Hartford, New York. Read more about the company

Key Figures for PAR Technology

$ 719M Market cap
$ 476M Revenue
Software - Application Industry
- P/E
1.51 P/S
0.85 P/B
USA Listed on exchange

What kind of stock is PAR Technology?

Speculative stock

PAR Technology is classified as a speculative stock.

Score Overview for PAR Technology

💰 Value Score 47/100 (Neutral)
⭐ Quality Score 12/100 (Very Low)
🚀 Momentum Score 5/100 (Very Low)
📊 Total Score 21/100

⚠️ 5 red flags identified 1 critical

Our analysis has identified 5 potential risk factors in PAR Technology that investors should be aware of.

⚠️ Weak financial health: The Piotroski score is only 2/9 – the company shows signs of weakened profitability, liquidity or capital structure.
⚠️ Weak balance sheet (elevated risk): Altman Z2 is 0.90 – the balance sheet is measurably weaker than average. This is a risk signal based on the numbers, not a bankruptcy prediction.
⚠️ Negative profit margin: The profit margin is -16.0% – the company is losing money on its operations.
⚠️ Negative return on equity: ROE is -9.1% – the company is generating a negative return for shareholders.
🚨 High short interest: 28.7% of the shares are sold short – many professional investors are betting on price declines.

📈 Valuation

The P/S ratio is 1.5. The P/B ratio is 0.8, below book value, which can point to a value opportunity. The PEG ratio is 0.77 — below 1.0 suggests the stock is cheap relative to its growth rate.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 2 out of 9 — weak financial health, be careful. Altman Z2 is 0.90 (weak balance sheet — elevated risk). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 58.4% — low debt, a solid balance sheet.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 28.73% — very high, the market is skeptical.

Insider Trading in PAR Technology 2026: The Signal Is mostly positive

In 2026, insiders at PAR Technology have made 20 transactions – split into 5 purchases and 15 sales. On a net basis, insiders took 1,503,846 $ out of the stock. Active insiders include Voss Capital, LP, Pascal Keith, STEENBERGE MICHAEL ANTHONY and others. In the short term (last 3 months), the insider signal is mostly positive.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): Mostly positive

Insiders have bought more than they have sold over the last 3 months. This suggests key people see short-term value in the stock.

Over the last 3 months: 5 purchases and 2 sales. A net 1,367,689 $ into the stock.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Mixed

There are both insider purchases and sales, with no clear direction. This is normal for large companies, where management adjusts positions on an ongoing basis.

Across the last 20 transactions: 5 purchases and 15 sales. A net 1,503,846 $ out of the stock.

Latest purchase: Voss Capital, LP bought 60,012 shares at 15 $ each on 2026-06-12. The stock has since risen 17.6%.

Latest sale: STEENBERGE MICHAEL ANTHONY sold 498 shares at 14 $ each on 2026-06-03.

Who is buying: Voss Capital, LP, Pascal Keith.

Who is selling: STEENBERGE MICHAEL ANTHONY, KING CATHY A, Singh Savneet, Savneet Singh, Michael Anthony Steenberge and others.

Latest Insider Trades in PAR Technology (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in PAR Technology. 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 ($) Total amount ($)
2026-06-12 Voss Capital, LP Buy 60,012 15 898,980
2026-06-12 Pascal Keith Buy 13,000 15 197,080
2026-06-11 Voss Capital, LP Buy 22,260 14 312,753
2026-06-03 STEENBERGE MICHAEL ANTHONY Sell 498 14 7,072
2026-06-02 KING CATHY A Sell 20,000 15 307,600
2026-05-15 Voss Capital, LP Buy 2,500 15 36,525
2026-05-14 Voss Capital, LP Buy 16,179 15 237,022
2026-03-04 STEENBERGE MICHAEL ANTHONY Sell 582 18 10,633
2026-03-04 Singh Savneet Sell 14,310 18 261,444
2026-03-04 Savneet Singh Sell 14,310 18 261,444

Who is buying and selling PAR Technology shares in 2026?

The following insiders have bought shares in PAR Technology: Voss Capital, LP, Pascal Keith. In total, 1,682,360 $ was bought across 5 transactions. The following insiders have sold shares: STEENBERGE MICHAEL ANTHONY, KING CATHY A, Singh Savneet, Savneet Singh, Michael Anthony Steenberge and others. In total, 3,186,206 $ was sold across 15 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.

PAR Technology Short Selling 2026: 28.7% Sold Short

Extremely shorted: 28.7% of the free float
Short % of free float
28.7%
Assessment
Extremely shorted
Short squeeze risk
Very High
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has an extremely high share of short selling. More than 20% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which is unusual and can point to great skepticism among institutional investors. The risk of a short squeeze on positive news is considerable.

What does this mean for you as an investor?
A short interest of 28.7% means that 28.7% of the freely traded shares in PAR Technology 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.

The next potential catalyst is the earnings report on 8/6/2026. With a short interest of 28.7%, the report can trigger considerable volatility.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
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PAR Technology Earnings – ⚡ Reporting TODAY 8/6/2026

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



Technical Analysis of PAR Technology 2026 – Signal: Hold

Overall Technical Signal: Hold

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated August 6, 2026.

Technical analysis of PAR Technology (PAR.US) – RSI 59, MACD positive (bullish), daily candlestick chart August 2026
PAR Technology technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI and MACD. Updated Aug 6, 2026.

Trend Analysis of PAR Technology Corporation

PAR Technology Corporation is in a short-term uptrend. The price of $17.62 is 6.0% above the 20-day average ($16.62). Medium term, the picture is positive: the price is 9.8% above the 50-day average ($16.04). Long term, the stock is 23.6% below the 200-day average ($23.08), which signals a long-term downtrend.

Death Cross: The 50-day average (16.04) is below the 200-day average (23.08), which is a classic bearish signal for PAR Technology Corporation.

Is PAR Technology Corporation overbought or oversold?

PAR Technology Corporation has an RSI of 59.0. The stock shows positive momentum in the upper part of the neutral zone.

MACD Analysis for PAR Technology Corporation

Daily MACD: MACD is positive (0.306), which means the short-term trend is bullish (the 12-day EMA is above the 26-day EMA). MACD is above the signal line (0.216) by 0.090, which confirms rising momentum in the uptrend.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is negative (-3.041), which indicates a broader bearish long-term trend. MACD5 is above the signal line (-4.534) by 1.493, which suggests the negative long-term momentum is fading – a bigger trend reversal could be ahead.

Overall MACD assessment: The daily and weekly MACD give conflicting signals. The short-term trend is bullish, but the long-term trend is still bearish. Weekly momentum is rising, though, which could signal an upcoming trend reversal.

Risk Profile for PAR Technology Corporation

PAR Technology Corporation has an annual standard deviation of 69.4%, which classifies the stock as high risk. Sizeable price swings are normal, and the stock requires a higher risk tolerance.

Overall Technical Conclusion for PAR Technology Corporation

Trend: Neutral/mixed.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bullish (0.306). Weekly bearish (-3.041).

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

RSI: 59.0 – neutral.

Technical signal: Hold

The signals are mixed – trend and MACD point in different directions. Wait until MACD crosses the zero line in the direction of the trend before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions About PAR Technology stock in 2026

Should you buy PAR Technology stock now?
The technical signal for PAR Technology is currently NEUTRAL. PAR Technology trades at $17.25 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Hold. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 0.306 with rising momentum (signal: 0.216); RSI is at 59.0 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $26.81 points to 55.4% upside. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for PAR Technology stock?
The average analyst price target for PAR Technology is $26.81. The current price is $17.25, which gives an upside of 55.4%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $24.13 and $29.49.
Is PAR Technology a dividend stock?
No, PAR Technology does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of PAR Technology stock?
PAR Technology is rated as a stock with high risk. the annual standard deviation is 69.4%, which classifies the stock as high risk.
Is PAR Technology overvalued?
No, PAR Technology is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (55.4% upside). PAR Technology has the following valuation ratios: a P/S ratio of 1.5, a P/B ratio of 0.8. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 55.4%.
Is PAR Technology overbought?
No, PAR Technology is not overbought. RSI is at 59.0 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 59.0 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 3.8% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish).
When is the next PAR Technology earnings report?
PAR Technology reports earnings TODAY, August 6, 2026! The stock currently trades at $17.25. Watch how the price reacts after the release.
Is PAR Technology shorted?
Yes, PAR Technology is shorted with 28.7% of the free float sold short. This is an extremely high level of short selling, which points to great skepticism among institutional investors. The risk of a short squeeze on positive news or earnings is very high. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying PAR Technology stock?
Yes, insiders are net buyers of PAR Technology – they are buying more shares than they are selling. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 5 purchases and 2 sales. On a net basis, 1,367,689 $ worth of shares were bought. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 5 purchases and 15 sales, with a net 1,503,846 $ sold. Active buyers include Voss Capital, LP, Pascal Keith. Insider buying is generally seen as a positive signal, because management is putting its own money into the company.
Is PAR Technology a good stock?
Based on our total score, PAR Technology is rated as a poor stock with a total score of 21 out of 100. The stock scores below average on value, quality and momentum – it sits at the lower end of the market. The score is made up of Value: 47/100, Quality: 12/100, Momentum: 5/100. In addition: analysts see 55.4% upside to the price target; technical signal: Hold. Whether PAR Technology 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 PAR Technology stock?
The outlook for PAR Technology based on current data: the average analyst price target is $26.81 (+55.4%); the next earnings report is due on 8/6/2026, which can move the price. 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 PAR Technology stock rising?
PAR Technology is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 3.8% above the 20-day average; MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish signal); short interest is 28.7% (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 PAR Technology go?
The average analyst price target for PAR Technology is $26.81, which corresponds to a potential gain of 55.4% from the current price of $17.25. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can PAR Technology fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for PAR Technology. 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 PAR Technology do?
PAR Technology Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, provides omnichannel cloud-based software and hardware solutions for the restaurant and retail industries worldwide. The company offers Punchh and PAR Ordering products and services for customer loyalty, engagement, a... The company belongs to the Teknologi sector, more specifically the Software - Application industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate PAR Technology as an investment.
Did PAR Technology raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from PAR Technology. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is PAR Technology making money or losing money?
No, PAR Technology is currently not making money — the company is losing money with a negative profit margin of -16.0%, a noticeable loss. That means the business loses money on every dollar of revenue. For growth stocks investing in expansion this is normal — but it raises the risk if the company does not reach break-even before its capital runs out.
Can PAR Technology go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of PAR Technology is rated as elevated. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 0.90 — that places the company in the weak zone. This is a probability based on the numbers, not a verdict — bankruptcy is not imminent. But the balance sheet is measurably weaker than average, so watch the debt, liquidity and possible capital raises. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 2 — which is weak. Debt relative to equity is 58% (moderate). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does PAR Technology have a lot of debt?
No, PAR Technology has low debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 58%. For the teknologi sector, anything below 80% counts as low debt. 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.