CATO Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CATO - CATO CORP
$3.23
-0.24 (-6.92%)
▼
5d:
-2.12%
30d:
+1.89%
90d:
+9.12%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 20, 2026
Get Alerted When CATO Hits Your Target Price
Join 10,000+ traders who never miss a move
You're in! Check your email to confirm and set your target price.
100% Free
No spam, ever
Unsubscribe anytime
Interactive Price Chart (1 Month)
Loading chart...
Loading historical data...
Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CATO shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CATO shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CATO is currently trading at $3.23, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $3.18 to $3.32.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CATO is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $2.94, while resistance sits at $3.62. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 6.9% recently.
Market Sentiment: CATO has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $23.00 (+612.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CATO is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $2.94, while resistance sits at $3.62. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 6.9% recently.
Market Sentiment: CATO has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $23.00 (+612.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$3.18 -
$3.32
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
81.6%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-6.9%)
- BULLISH: Trading 612.1% below Wall St target ($23.00)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$3.18 -
$3.32
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$2.94
Resistance Level
$3.62
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jul 13, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
17.15
Wall Street Target
$23.00
(+612.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
0.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
181.7%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: July 13, 2026 9:03 PM ET
Data refreshes hourly during market hours. Next update: 10:03 PM
Data refreshes hourly during market hours. Next update: 10:03 PM
🔥 Top Stocks Breaking Out Now
| Ticker | Score | Recommendation | Change % |
|---|
Technical Signals Check
Is CATO showing a specific setup today?
Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
0
Sells
0
Net
NEUTRAL
Top Rated Apparel Retail Stocks
Top-rated stocks in Apparel Retail by analyst ratings.
| Stock | Analyst Consensus | Analyst Target | Tradestie Score |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LULU
Lululemon Athletica Inc. |
BUY
36 analysts |
$131 | 60 HOLD |
|
TJX
The TJX Companies Inc |
STRONG BUY
21 analysts |
$178 | 63 BUY |
|
ROST
Ross Stores Inc |
STRONG BUY
19 analysts |
$256 | 62 BUY |
|
BOOT
Boot Barn Holdings Inc |
STRONG BUY
15 analysts |
$225 | 56 HOLD |
|
BURL
Burlington Stores Inc |
STRONG BUY
18 analysts |
$367 | 58 HOLD |
