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Upstart Holdings Inc (UPST) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Upstart Holdings Inc stock (UPST) is currently trading at $26.60. Upstart Holdings Inc PE ratio is 57.73. Upstart Holdings Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 2.37. Analyst consensus price target for UPST is $48.50. WallStSmart rates UPST as Underperform.

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UPST

Upstart Holdings Inc

NASDAQFINANCIAL SERVICES
$26.60
$1.31 (-4.69%)
52W$24.93
$87.30
Target$48.50+82.3%

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UPST Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Upstart Holdings Inc (UPST)

Margin of Safety
-57.2%
Significantly Overvalued
UPST Fair Value
$21.06
Graham Formula
Current Price
$26.60
$5.54 above fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $21.06
Overvalued
Price $26.60
Graham IV $21.06
Analyst $48.50

UPST trades 57% above its Graham fair value of $21.06, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.

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

WallStSmart

Smart Analysis

Upstart Holdings Inc (UPST) · 9 metrics scored

Smart Score

51
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 revenue growth, eps growth, institutional own.. Concerns around return on equity and operating margin. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

Upstart Holdings Inc (UPST) Key Strengths (4)

Avg Score: 8.8/10
Revenue GrowthGrowth
34.40%10/10

Revenue surging 34.40% year-over-year

EPS GrowthGrowth
209.10%10/10

Earnings per share surging 209.10% year-over-year

Institutional Own.Quality
68.74%8/10

68.74% held by institutions, strong professional interest

Market CapQuality
$2.55B7/10

Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability

Supporting Valuation Data

UPST Target Price
$48.5
37% Upside

Upstart Holdings Inc (UPST) Areas to Watch (5)

Avg Score: 3.4/10
Operating MarginProfitability
8.88%2/10

Very thin margins with limited operational efficiency

Profit MarginProfitability
4.98%2/10

Very thin margins, barely profitable

Return on EquityProfitability
7.49%3/10

Low profitability relative to shareholder equity

Price/BookValuation
3.084/10

Premium pricing at 3.1x book value

Price/SalesValuation
2.376/10

Revenue is fairly priced at 2.37x sales

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
57.73
Overvalued
Forward P/E
27.03
Premium
Trailing P/E
57.73
Overvalued

Upstart Holdings Inc (UPST) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 51/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C- grade. Out of 9 metrics analyzed, 4 register as strengths (avg 8.8/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 3.4/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Institutional Own.. Growth metrics are encouraging with Revenue Growth at 34.40%, EPS Growth at 209.10%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Return on Equity. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (2.37), Price/Book (3.08) suggest expensive pricing. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 7.49%, Operating Margin at 8.88%, Profit Margin at 4.98%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Operating Margin improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 7.49% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 34.40% strong but requiring continuation.

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 (Revenue Growth, EPS Growth) and negatives (Operating Margin, Profit Margin). 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.

UPST Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

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

UPST's Price-to-Sales ratio of 2.37x sits near its historical average of 2.49x (0th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 9% below its historical high of 2.61x set in Mar 2026, and 0% above its historical low of 2.37x in Mar 2026.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Upstart Holdings Inc (UPST) · FINANCIAL SERVICESCREDIT SERVICES

The Big Picture

Upstart Holdings Inc is a strong growth company balancing expansion with improving profitability. Revenue reached 1.1B with 34% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 498.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Strong Revenue Growth

Revenue growing at 34% YoY, reaching 1.1B. This pace significantly outperforms most CREDIT SERVICES peers.

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 749.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

What to Watch Next

Growth sustainability: can Upstart Holdings Inc maintain 34%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?

Valuation compression risk at a P/E of 57.7x. Any growth miss could trigger a sharp correction.

Volatility is elevated with a beta of 2.19, so expect amplified moves relative to the broader market.

Sector dynamics: monitor CREDIT SERVICES industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Upstart Holdings Inc.

Bottom Line

Upstart Holdings Inc offers an attractive blend of growth (34% revenue expansion) and improving fundamentals. The company is transitioning from pure growth to profitable growth, a critical inflection point. Watch for sustained margin expansion as the key signal.

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.

Insider Transactions(25 last 3 months)

Total Buys
14
Total Sells
11
Mar 2, 2026(1 transaction)
MIRGORODSKAYA, NATALIA
See Remarks
Sell
Shares
-390
Feb 25, 2026(1 transaction)
MIRGORODSKAYA, NATALIA
See Remarks
Sell
Shares
-866

Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings

Last updated: 8:22:22 AM

About Upstart Holdings Inc(UPST)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Industry

CREDIT SERVICES

Country

USA

Upstart Holdings, Inc. operates a cloud-based artificial intelligence (AI) lending platform. The company is headquartered in San Mateo, California.