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Park National Corporation (PRK) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Park National Corporation stock (PRK) is currently trading at $157.76. Park National Corporation PE ratio is 14.05. Park National Corporation PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 5.17. Analyst consensus price target for PRK is $178.17. WallStSmart rates PRK as Hold.

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PRK

Park National Corporation

NYSE MKTFINANCIAL SERVICES
$157.76
$0.36 (0.23%)
52W$133.32
$177.38
Target$178.17+12.9%

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PRK Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Park National Corporation (PRK)

Margin of Safety
+36.3%
Strong Buy Zone
PRK Fair Value
$271.08
Graham Formula
Current Price
$157.76
$113.32 below fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $271.08
Overvalued
Price $157.76
Graham IV $271.08
Analyst $178.17

PRK trades at a significant discount to its Graham intrinsic value of $271.08, offering a 36% margin of safety — a level value investors typically seek before buying.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

Park National Corporation (PRK) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in operating margin, profit margin, institutional own.. Concerns around peg ratio. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

Park National Corporation (PRK) Key Strengths (4)

Avg Score: 8.8/10
Operating MarginProfitability
38.80%10/10

Keeps $39 of every $100 in revenue after operating costs

Profit MarginProfitability
33.00%10/10

Keeps $33 of every $100 in revenue as net profit

Institutional Own.Quality
51.62%8/10

51.62% held by institutions, strong professional interest

Market CapQuality
$2.82B7/10

Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
14.05
Undervalued
Trailing P/E
14.05
Undervalued

Park National Corporation (PRK) Areas to Watch (6)

Avg Score: 4.5/10
PEG RatioValuation
3.472/10

Very expensive relative to growth, significant premium

Price/SalesValuation
5.174/10

Premium valuation at 5.2x annual revenue

Revenue GrowthGrowth
7.60%4/10

Modest revenue growth at 7.60%

Return on EquityProfitability
13.90%5/10

Moderate profitability with room for improvement

Price/BookValuation
2.086/10

Fairly priced relative to book value

EPS GrowthGrowth
11.00%6/10

Solid earnings growth at 11.00%

Supporting Valuation Data

Price/Sales (TTM)
5.17
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Park National Corporation (PRK) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 61/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 4 register as strengths (avg 8.8/10) while 6 fall into concern territory (avg 4.5/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Institutional Own.. Profitability is solid with Operating Margin at 38.80%, Profit Margin at 33.00%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are PEG Ratio, Price/Sales, Revenue Growth. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (3.47), Price/Sales (5.17), Price/Book (2.08) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 7.60%, EPS Growth at 11.00%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 13.90%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether PEG Ratio improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 13.90% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 7.60% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Operating Margin, Profit Margin) and negatives (PEG Ratio, Price/Sales). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

PRK Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

PRK's Price-to-Sales ratio of 5.17x trades at a 32% premium to its historical average of 3.91x (84th percentile). The current valuation is 18% below its historical high of 6.31x set in Dec 2016, and 183% above its historical low of 1.83x in Feb 2009.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Park National Corporation (PRK) · FINANCIAL SERVICESBANKS - REGIONAL

The Big Picture

Park National Corporation is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 546M with 8% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 33.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 1390.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Strong Profitability

Profit margin of 33.0% and operating margin of 38.8% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.

What to Watch Next

Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 275.0%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.

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Bottom Line

Park National Corporation is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 33.0% margins. The growth phase may be slowing, but strong cash generation and operational efficiency make it suitable for investors seeking reliability over excitement.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

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About Park National Corporation(PRK)

Exchange

NYSE MKT

Sector

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Industry

BANKS - REGIONAL

Country

USA

Park National Corporation is the bank holding company for Park National Bank providing commercial banking and trust services in small and medium population areas. The company is headquartered in Newark, Ohio.