CBRL Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

CBRL - Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc,.

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$57.65
2.52 (4.57%) ▲
5d: -0.47%
30d: +11.25%
90d: +81.35%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
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Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Sep 16, 2026 24d
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Signal fired Aug 11, 2026 at $56.03 · last confirmed Aug 21, 2026

Strength: 6.1/10

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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CBRL shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$38.58
Based on 7.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$23.95
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 25.0x Exit PE.

In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: CBRL is currently trading at $57.65, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $53.27 to $58.10. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 52.4) is in line with its historical norms (54.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.0% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 239.3% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.

Technical Outlook: Technically, CBRL is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $54.15, while resistance sits at $60.26. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.6% recently.

Market Sentiment: CBRL scores 34/100 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. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $45.00. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range $53.27 - $58.10
Company Quality Score 55/100 (HOLD)
Options IV Signal 51th percentile (NORMAL)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 44.2%

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All Signals

  • NEUTRAL: Options fairly priced (IV 51th percentile)
  • BEARISH: Weak technical setup (34/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+4.6%)
  • BEARISH: Trading 21.9% above Wall St target ($45.00)

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $53.27 - $58.10
Current vs Trading Range SLIGHTLY HIGH
Expected Move (7 Days) ±$5.02 (8.7%)

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $54.15
Resistance Level $60.26
Current Trend Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of Aug 21, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 52.35
Wall Street Target $45.00 (-21.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) -2.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY) 239.3%
Profit Margin 0.8%
Valuation Discount vs History -1.0% cheaper
PE vs Historical 52.4 vs 54.0 FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): -1.0% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $57.07 (-1%)
2-Year Target $56.50 (-2%)
3-Year Target $55.94 (-3%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 52→54) $57.70 (+0%)
📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 48.79 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.13
Bull Case $59.10 (+3%)
Analyst growth -2.5%, PE expands to 53.7
Base Case $53.73 (-7%)
Market implied -2.5%, PE stable at 48.8
Bear Case $37.49 (-35%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 41.5
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
💡 Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 52.3 to 54.0
Stabilization Target: $59.47 (+3.2%)
PE Expansion Potential: +3.2%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
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