Bath & Body Works (BBWI) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
BBWI - Bath & Body Works, Inc.
$18.57
1.12 (6.42%)
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5d:
-2.11%
30d:
+2.43%
90d:
-1.33%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 26, 2026
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Signal fired Sep 8, 2026 at $18.91 · last confirmed Sep 8, 2026
Strength: 5.6/10
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: BBWI is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -1.6% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: BBWI is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -1.6% 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
$15.57
Based on -4.2% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$9.67
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 7.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: BBWI is currently trading at $18.57, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $18.27 to $20.09. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 7.2) is in line with its historical norms (7.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.6% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 93.3% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, BBWI is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $17.23, while resistance sits at $19.93. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 6.4% recently.
Market Sentiment: BBWI scores 18/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $24.06 (+29.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, BBWI is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $17.23, while resistance sits at $19.93. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 6.4% recently.
Market Sentiment: BBWI scores 18/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $24.06 (+29.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$18.27 -
$20.09
Company Quality Score
46/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
61.9%
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- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (18/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+6.4%)
- BULLISH: Trading 29.6% below Wall St target ($24.06)
- WARNING: Composite score 46/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$18.27 -
$20.09
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$17.23
Resistance Level
$19.93
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
7.17
Wall Street Target
$24.06
(+29.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-2.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
93.3%
Profit Margin
10.8%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical
7.2 vs 7.5
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$18.27
(-2%)
2-Year Target
$17.98
(-3%)
3-Year Target
$17.69
(-5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 7â8)
$18.50
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: -12.3%)
$38.07
(+105%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 7.2, Growth: -12.3%)
$13.54
(-27%)
Bear:
(PE: 6.1, Growth: -12.3%)
$11.51
(-38%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 4.65 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.75
Bull Case
$13.25
(-29%)
Analyst growth -31.0%, PE expands to 5.1
Base Case
$12.05
(-35%)
Market implied -31.0%, PE stable at 4.7
Bear Case
$11.87
(-36%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 4.0
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 7.2 to 7.5
Stabilization Target:
$19.42
(+4.6%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+4.6%
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Last updated: September 12, 2026 7:10 AM ET
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