New Mountain Finance Corporation is projected to rise to $7.60 by 2027, a +10% move from its current price of $6.89. NMFC is currently trading below its 50-day average (a bearish sign). Technical indicators currently lean strong sell.
A data-driven summary — not financial advice. See the full breakdown below.
Live market data via Yahoo Finance · updated 8/1/2026
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2 | $6.81 | $6.89 | $6.98 | +0.02% |
| Aug 3 | $6.77 | $6.89 | $7.02 | +0.05% |
| Aug 4 | $6.75 | $6.89 | $7.05 | +0.07% |
| Aug 5 | $6.72 | $6.90 | $7.07 | +0.09% |
| Aug 6 | $6.71 | $6.90 | $7.09 | +0.11% |
| Aug 7 | $6.69 | $6.90 | $7.12 | +0.14% |
| Aug 8 | $6.67 | $6.90 | $7.13 | +0.16% |
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | $6.67 | $6.90 | $7.13 | +0.16% |
| Week 2 | $6.59 | $6.91 | $7.25 | +0.32% |
| Week 3 | $6.53 | $6.92 | $7.33 | +0.47% |
| Week 4 | $6.49 | $6.93 | $7.41 | +0.63% |
| Week 5 | $6.45 | $6.94 | $7.48 | +0.79% |
| Week 6 | $6.41 | $6.96 | $7.55 | +0.95% |
| Week 7 | $6.38 | $6.97 | $7.61 | +1.11% |
Short-term targets derived from the forecast trend and recent volatility. Highly uncertain — not financial advice.
New Mountain Finance Corporation (Nasdaq: NMFC) is a business development company that operates as a private equity/buyouts and loan fund. It directly invests and lends to middle market companies in “defensive growth” industries, with a preference for buyout and middle market transactions.
The firm also makes investments in debt securities at all levels of the capital structure, including first and second lien debt, unsecured notes, and mezzanine securities, and in some cases may include equity interests. It targets a broad set of sectors and seeks to invest in the United States of America, typically between $10 million and $125 million per transaction, in companies with EBITDA between $10 million and $200 million. The fund seeks a majority stake in its portfolio companies.
This description highlights NMFC’s combination of private equity-like ownership and debt investments across a wide range of sectors, emphasizing US-based middle-market opportunities and control-oriented stakes.
NMFC is currently priced at $7.11 per share, with a market capitalization of $671.56M. It ranks 2706 by market cap among listed securities.
The forward-looking price forecast shows the average price for 2026 at $7.11, with higher averages expected in subsequent years, indicating upside potential over the next few years and well into the 2030s and beyond.
The forecast projects gradual growth through 2029, then stronger upside from 2030 onward, with 2030 average price at $10.01 and a bullish outlook continuing through 2040 and 2050, where the average prices reach $18.95 and $39.45 respectively. These figures imply meaningful long-term upside while recognizing near-term pricing remains near current levels.
Overall, the price outlook moves from a neutral near term toward substantial longer-term upside, contingent on market developments and the factors reflected in the forecast.
A major floor 4.6% below — a decisive break under it would weaken the trend.
Price is testing support right now (1.0% away) — a key level to hold.
The nearest ceiling, 4.9% above — a clean break opens room to run.
A major ceiling 24.8% above — clearing it would confirm fresh momentum.
Key NMFC support and resistance from recent price action — levels where the trend has historically paused or reversed. Percentages are the distance from the current price.
A snapshot of NMFC market posture derived from its technical indicators and recent volatility. Higher trend and alignment lean bullish; higher risk means larger swings.
Technical Analysis
Indicators computed on daily closing prices.
| Period | SMA | Action | EMA | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA 5 | $6.93 | Sell | $6.92 | Sell |
| MA 10 | $6.93 | Sell | $6.94 | Sell |
| MA 20 | $6.99 | Sell | $7.02 | Sell |
| MA 50 | $7.38 | Sell | $7.31 | Sell |
| MA 100 | $7.73 | Sell | $7.69 | Sell |
| MA 200 | $8.39 | Sell | $8.32 | Sell |
| Name | Value | Action |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 41.09 | Neutral |
| Stoch RSI (14) | 46.73 | Neutral |
| CCI (20) | -75.71 | Neutral |
| Williams %R (14) | -82.93 | Info |
| MACD (12,26,9) | 0.02 | Buy |
| ROC (12) | -3.09 | Sell |
| Bollinger %B (20,2) | 0.26 | Neutral |
| Stochastic %K (14) | 17.07 | Buy |
| TRIX (15) | -0.29 | Sell |
| Awesome (5,34) | -0.17 | Sell |
| Ultimate (7,14,28) | 46.56 | Neutral |
| Momentum (10) | -0.22 | Sell |
| Aroon Osc (25) | -20.00 | Sell |
| Hull MA (9) | 6.94 | Sell |
| ADX (14) | 21.38 | Sell |
| ATR (14) | 0.09 | Info |
The 30-day technical picture is NEUTRAL with RSI(14) at 40, indicating modest momentum and no clear short-term trend.
NMFC trades with the SMA50 at $7.62 and the SMA200 at $8.51, both above the current price of $7.11, suggesting overhead resistance in the near term relative to the moving averages.
Support is marked at $6.87 and resistance at $8.01, with a 30-day price range of $6.51 to $7.76. These levels define a relatively narrow near-term trading window and potential downside risk if the price breaks below support.
| Year | Min | Avg | Max | ROI | Sentiment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $6.82 | $6.89 | $8.62 | 0% | Neutral | |
| $6.23 | $7.60 | $9.68 | +10% | Neutral | |
| $6.35 | $7.89 | $10.33 | +14% | Neutral | |
| $6.24 | $7.87 | $10.53 | +14% | Neutral | |
| $7.41 | $9.48 | $12.90 | +38% | Bullish | |
| $8.41 | $10.89 | $15.07 | +58% | Bullish | |
| $8.59 | $11.26 | $15.79 | +63% | Bullish | |
| $9.32 | $12.33 | $17.53 | +79% | Bullish | |
| $9.32 | $12.46 | $17.93 | +81% | Bullish | |
| $9.43 | $12.72 | $18.51 | +85% | Bullish | |
| $12.97 | $18.25 | $27.83 | +165% | Bullish | |
| $24.62 | $37.16 | $60.74 | +439% | Bullish |
Current year — the forecast is anchored to the live price, so ROI shows 0%.
| Month | Min | Avg | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 2026 | $6.82 | $6.89 | $8.04 | +0.00% |
| September 2026 | $5.80 | $6.80 | $8.15 | -1.37% |
| October 2026 | $5.97 | $7.03 | $8.50 | +3.50% |
| November 2026 | $6.01 | $7.10 | $8.63 | +1.02% |
| December 2026 | $5.94 | $7.05 | $8.62 | -0.74% |
Click any year to see its month-by-month NMFC forecast. Min / Avg / Max are a bear / base / bull scenario; ROI is the projected move from the current price. Change is the month-over-month move in the average. Estimates, not guarantees.
Expect NMFC to range from $6.82 to $8.62 through 2026. The $6.89 average target implies a 0% move from current prices. A consolidation phase looks the most probable path here.
The NMFC price prediction for 2027 points to an average of $7.60 (low $6.23, high $9.68) — a potential gain of +10% on today's $6.89. Price action looks broadly range-bound.
In 2028, NMFC is projected to trade between $6.35 and $10.33, averaging $7.89 — a potential gain of +14% from today's $6.89. That is up +4% on the projected 2027 average. A consolidation phase looks the most probable path here.
New Mountain Finance Corporation's 2029 outlook centres on $7.87, within a $6.24 to $10.53 range. That is 0% versus the projected 2028 average. That marks a +14% change versus current levels. Price action looks broadly range-bound.
By 2030, NMFC could reach as high as $12.90, with a base case around $9.48 and support toward $7.41 — roughly +38% from $6.89. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Expect NMFC to range from $8.41 to $15.07 through 2031. The $10.89 average target implies a +58% move from current prices. That is up +15% on the projected 2030 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
The NMFC price prediction for 2032 points to an average of $11.26 (low $8.59, high $15.79) — a potential gain of +63% on today's $6.89. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
In 2033, NMFC is projected to trade between $9.32 and $17.53, averaging $12.33 — a potential gain of +79% from today's $6.89. That is up +10% on the projected 2032 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
New Mountain Finance Corporation's 2034 outlook centres on $12.46, within a $9.32 to $17.93 range. That is up +1% on the projected 2033 average. That marks a +81% change versus current levels. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
By 2035, NMFC could reach as high as $18.51, with a base case around $12.72 and support toward $9.43 — roughly +85% from $6.89. Momentum favours further upside here.
Expect NMFC to range from $12.97 to $27.83 through 2040. The $18.25 average target implies a +165% move from current prices. That is up +43% on the projected 2035 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
The NMFC price prediction for 2050 points to an average of $37.16 (low $24.62, high $60.74) — a potential gain of +439% on today's $6.89. Momentum favours further upside here.
Investing $1,000 in NMFC today (≈ 145.137881 NMFC) could be worth
$5,393.64
+$4,393.64 (+439%) by 2050 · US Dollar
Based on the average projected NMFC price of $37.16 in 2050.
Based on the base (average) forecast scenario. FX rates are indicative. Estimates only — not financial advice.
See what a past investment in NMFCwould be worth at today's price.
$1,000 invested in NMFC on Jul 31, 2025 (≈ 95.05703 NMFC) would be worth
$654.94
-$345.06 (-34.5%) today · 0.65× · US Dollar
Based on a NMFC entry price of $10.52 vs. today's $6.89.
| Invested | Entry price | Value today | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 week ago | $6.84 | $1,007.31 | +0.7% |
| 1 month ago | $7.19 | $958.28 | -4.2% |
| 3 months ago | $8.6 | $801.16 | -19.9% |
| 6 months ago | $8.58 | $803.03 | -19.7% |
| 1 year ago | $10.52 | $654.94 | -34.5% |
| All time (5.0y) ago | $13.35 | $516.1 | -48.4% |
Past performance from historical market data — it does not predict future results. FX rates are indicative. Not financial advice.
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Our base-case forecast reaches $14.00 around 2040.
Implied market cap at $14.00: $1.32B
2026 shows a flat start with min $6.87, avg $7.11 and max $8.96, and ROI of 0% in a NEUTRAL sentiment context.
2027–2029 compound the near-term view, with 2027 avg $7.90 (ROI 11.1%), 2028 avg $8.13 (ROI 14.3%), and 2029 avg $8.24 (ROI 15.9%), all NEUTRAL. These years hint at gradual upside as the price profile begins to trend higher.
From 2030 onward the forecast turns bullish: 2030 avg $10.01 (max $13.64, min $7.82, ROI 40.8%), 2031 avg $11.30 (ROI 59%), 2032 avg $11.76 (ROI 65.5%), 2033 avg $13.05 (ROI 83.6%), 2034 avg $12.95 (ROI 82.1%), and 2035 avg $13.30 (ROI 87%). This sequence shows a clear acceleration in upside potential.
The horizon extends to 2040 with avg $18.95 (max $28.90, ROI 166.5%) and to 2050 with avg $39.45 (max $64.50, ROI 454.9%), both bullish. These lit-up price targets reflect substantial long-term upside, albeit with the usual inherent uncertainty of forecasted paths.
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The 2030 forecast shows an average price of $10.01 with a min of $7.82 and a max of $13.64, and a projected ROI of 40.8% with bullish sentiment.
Near-term 2026 shows an average price of $7.11 with 0% ROI and neutral sentiment; longer-term projections from 2030 onward show bullish sentiment and higher average prices, indicating potential upside but with uncertainty.
Yes. The forecast indicates a max of $28.90 in 2040 and $64.50 in 2050, with corresponding average prices of $18.95 (2040) and $39.45 (2050).
The 30-day range is $6.51 to $7.76, with support at $6.87 and resistance at $8.01.
Current price is $7.11 and market capitalization is $671.56M.
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