Barrett Business Services (BBSI) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
BBSI - Barrett Business Services
$33.35
0.49 (1.49%)
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5d:
-1.42%
30d:
+6.96%
90d:
-2.63%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 04, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: BBSI is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 2.8% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: BBSI is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 2.8% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$52.06
Based on 11.2% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$32.33
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 15.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: BBSI is currently trading at $33.35, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $31.64 to $35.60. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 16.5) is in line with its historical norms (15.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 2.8% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, BBSI is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $31.67, while resistance sits at $34.79.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 43/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $40.75 (+22.2%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, BBSI is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $31.67, while resistance sits at $34.79.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 43/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $40.75 (+22.2%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$31.64 -
$35.60
Company Quality Score
48/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
75.7%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (43/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 22.2% below Wall St target ($40.75)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 2.8% growth with 3.8% revenue growth
- WARNING: Composite score 48/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$31.64 -
$35.60
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$31.67
Resistance Level
$34.79
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
16.47
Wall Street Target
$40.75
(+22.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
3.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-25.7%
Profit Margin
2.8%
Valuation Premium vs History
+2.8% premium
PE vs Historical
16.5 vs 15.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+2.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$34.28
(+3%)
2-Year Target
$35.24
(+6%)
3-Year Target
$36.23
(+9%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 16â15)
PE COMPRESSION
$33.44
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 18.4%)
$67.83
(+103%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 16.5, Growth: 18.4%)
$55.38
(+66%)
Bear:
(PE: 14.0, Growth: 18.4%)
$47.08
(+41%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (24x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (16x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 24.34 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.35
Bull Case
$54.22
(+63%)
Analyst growth 50.0%, PE expands to 26.8
Base Case
$49.29
(+48%)
Market implied 50.0%, PE stable at 24.3
Bear Case
$22.34
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 20.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
1
Sells
Net
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Recent Transactions
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SELL
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