Ennis (EBF) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
EBF - Ennis, Inc.
$22.53
-0.39 (-1.70%)
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5d:
+0.76%
30d:
+0.99%
90d:
+3.68%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Sep 28, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: EBF is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 2.9% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: EBF is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 2.9% 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
$25.44
Based on 4.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$15.80
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 13.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: EBF is currently trading at $22.53, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $21.74 to $22.67. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 14.3) is in line with its historical norms (13.1). At these levels, the market is pricing in 2.9% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, EBF is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $21.99. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: EBF scores 38/100 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. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, EBF is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $21.99. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: EBF scores 38/100 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. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$21.74 -
$22.67
Company Quality Score
52/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
41.4%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (38/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($24.00)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 2.9% growth with 3.4% revenue growth
- WARNING: Composite score 52/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$21.74 -
$22.67
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$21.99
Resistance Level
$23.09
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 22, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.33
Wall Street Target
$24.00
(+4.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
3.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-27.5%
Profit Margin
9.8%
Valuation Premium vs History
+2.9% premium
PE vs Historical
14.3 vs 13.1
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+2.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$23.58
(+3%)
2-Year Target
$24.27
(+6%)
3-Year Target
$24.97
(+9%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 14â13)
PE COMPRESSION
$22.84
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 3.9%)
$35.64
(+56%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.3, Growth: 3.9%)
$25.70
(+12%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.2, Growth: 3.9%)
$21.85
(-5%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (15x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (14x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 14.73 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.53
Bull Case
$25.93
(+13%)
Analyst growth 4.6%, PE expands to 16.2
Base Case
$23.57
(+3%)
Market implied 4.6%, PE stable at 14.7
Bear Case
$15.33
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 12.5
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Last updated: October 23, 2026 2:01 PM ET
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