Five Below (FIVE) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
FIVE - Five Below, Inc. Common Stock
$223.04
-1.06 (-0.48%)
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5d:
-0.09%
30d:
-1.92%
90d:
+9.77%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Dec 02, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: FIVE is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 0.6% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: FIVE is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 0.6% 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
$254.39
Based on 7.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$157.96
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: FIVE is currently trading at $223.03, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $214.08 to $233.51. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 31.8) is in line with its historical norms (31.3). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.6% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FIVE is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $227.41. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: FIVE scores 25/100 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. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (24th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $305.27 (+36.2%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FIVE is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $227.41. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: FIVE scores 25/100 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. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (24th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $305.27 (+36.2%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$214.08 -
$233.51
Company Quality Score
47/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
24th percentile
(LOW)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
60.4%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 24th percentile)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 36.2% below Wall St target ($305.27)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 0.6% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- WARNING: Composite score 46/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$214.08 -
$233.51
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
Âą$14.80
(6.6%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$202.34
Resistance Level
$227.41
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
31.79
Wall Street Target
$305.27
(+36.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
22.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
418.2%
Profit Margin
11.7%
Valuation Premium vs History
+0.6% premium
PE vs Historical
31.8 vs 31.3
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+0.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$225.44
(+1%)
2-Year Target
$226.80
(+1%)
3-Year Target
$228.16
(+2%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 32â31)
PE COMPRESSION
$224.62
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 31.8, Growth: 11.3%)
$309.12
(+38%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 11.3%)
$193.10
(-14%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.9, Growth: 11.3%)
$164.13
(-27%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 20.05 | Current EPS (TTM): $11.16
Bull Case
$155.49
(-31%)
Analyst growth -36.8%, PE expands to 22.1
Base Case
$141.36
(-37%)
Market implied -36.8%, PE stable at 20.1
Bear Case
$152.18
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 17.1
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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