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Vertex (VERX) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Vertex stock (VERX) is currently trading at $12.02. Vertex PE ratio is 321.50. Vertex PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 2.75. Analyst consensus price target for VERX is $19.14. WallStSmart rates VERX as Sell.

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VERX

Vertex

NASDAQTECHNOLOGY
$12.02
$1.04 (-7.96%)
52W$11.87
$42.44
Target$19.14+59.2%

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VERX Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Vertex (VERX)

Margin of Safety
-4651.9%
Significantly Overvalued
VERX Fair Value
$0.27
Graham Formula
Current Price
$12.02
$11.75 above fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $0.27
Overvalued
Price $12.02
Graham IV $0.27
Analyst $19.14

VERX trades 4652% above its Graham fair value of $0.27, 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.

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Smart Analysis

Vertex (VERX) · 9 metrics scored

Smart Score

31
out of 100
Grade: F
Avoid
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 institutional own.. Concerns around return on equity and operating margin. Significant fundamental concerns warrant caution or avoidance.

Vertex (VERX) Key Strengths (2)

Avg Score: 8.5/10
Institutional Own.Quality
110.58%10/10

110.58% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Market CapQuality
$2.06B7/10

Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability

Supporting Valuation Data

EV/Revenue
2.797
Undervalued
VERX Target Price
$19.14
21% Upside

Vertex (VERX) Areas to Watch (7)

Avg Score: 2.3/10
EPS GrowthGrowth
-44.00%0/10

Earnings declining -44.00%, profits shrinking

Return on EquityProfitability
3.29%1/10

Very low returns on shareholder equity

Operating MarginProfitability
2.87%1/10

Near-zero operating margins, business under pressure

Price/BookValuation
7.942/10

Very expensive at 7.9x book value

Profit MarginProfitability
0.96%2/10

Very thin margins, barely profitable

Revenue GrowthGrowth
9.10%4/10

Modest revenue growth at 9.10%

Price/SalesValuation
2.756/10

Revenue is fairly priced at 2.75x sales

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
321.5
Overvalued
Trailing P/E
321.5
Overvalued

Vertex (VERX) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 31/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a F grade. Out of 9 metrics analyzed, 2 register as strengths (avg 8.5/10) while 7 fall into concern territory (avg 2.3/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Institutional Own., Market Cap.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (2.75), Price/Book (7.94) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 9.10%, EPS Growth at -44.00%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 3.29%, Operating Margin at 2.87%, Profit Margin at 0.96%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether EPS Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 3.29% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 9.10% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a higher 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

Fundamental challenges outweigh strengths at current levels. EPS Growth and Return on Equity are the primary drags. Consider waiting for meaningful improvement before committing capital.

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.

VERX Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

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

VERX's Price-to-Sales ratio of 2.75x trades 29% below its historical average of 3.85x (23th percentile). The current valuation is 62% below its historical high of 7.31x set in Nov 2024, and 84% above its historical low of 1.49x in Feb 2026. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has compressed from ~4.1x as trailing revenue scaled faster than the stock price.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Vertex (VERX) · TECHNOLOGYSOFTWARE - APPLICATION

The Big Picture

Vertex is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 748M with 9% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 96.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 329.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Strong Profitability

Profit margin of 96.0% and operating margin of 287.0% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.

What to Watch Next

Valuation compression risk at a P/E of 321.5x. Any growth miss could trigger a sharp correction.

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Bottom Line

Vertex is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 96.0% 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 Vertex(VERX)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

TECHNOLOGY

Industry

SOFTWARE - APPLICATION

Country

USA

Vertex, Inc. provides tax technology solutions for corporations in the retail, communications, leasing, and manufacturing industries in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania.

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