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    Upstart Holdings (UPST) Expands Credit Union Partnership, Is It Still 40% Undervalued?

    Simply Wall St·10/07/2026 00:27:15
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    Partnership expansion puts Upstart Holdings in focus

    Commonwealth Credit Union’s decision to extend its relationship with Upstart Holdings (UPST) into home equity lines of credit and indirect auto lending put the AI lender’s platform back on investor radar in late September.

    Upstart Holdings’ share price has been weak over a longer horizon, with the year to date share price return down 47.95% and the 1 year total shareholder return down 53.95%. However, the recent 7 day share price gain of 3.11% after the Commonwealth Credit Union expansion hints that sentiment can still swing quickly as investors reassess both growth potential and risk.

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    Upstart Holdings now trades at a steep discount to both analyst targets and some intrinsic value estimates, even after the partnership bump. Is that a margin of safety, or a warning that the market’s caution is warranted?

    Most Popular Narrative: 40.5% Undervalued

    Upstart Holdings last closed at $23.86, while the most followed narrative pegs fair value closer to $40.13. The gap between price and modeled worth is wide and forces investors to weigh upside potential against clear execution risks.

    Upstart's HELOC product growth, driven by conversion improvements, cross-selling, and state expansion, positions it well for future revenue growth and margins with the potential to leverage its strong relationships with banks and credit unions for cost-effective funding.

    See why 144 investors see Upstart Holdings as 41% undervalued.

    Result: Fair Value of $40.13 (UNDERVALUED)

    Still, the whole Upstart Holdings story can change quickly if default rates climb again or if its AI models misjudge borrower risk on a large scale.

    Find out about the key risks to this Upstart Holdings narrative.

    Another View on Upstart Holdings’ valuation

    While the fair value narrative points to Upstart Holdings trading about 40.5% below an estimated $40.13 per share, the current 38.5x P/E tells a different story. That ratio is higher than the 12.1x peer average, above a 9x industry level, and above the 34.1x fair ratio, which signals valuation risk if expectations reset.

    For a closer look at what the numbers imply if earnings or sentiment shift, investors can dig into the detailed valuation breakdown in our preferred-multiple analysis See what the numbers say about this price — find out in our valuation breakdown.

    NasdaqGS:UPST P/E Ratio as at Oct 2026
    NasdaqGS:UPST P/E Ratio as at Oct 2026

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    This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.