Noodles & (NDLS) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
NDLS - Noodles & Company Class A
$11.90
-0.63 (-5.03%)
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5d:
-14.08%
30d:
-9.02%
90d:
-22.53%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 04, 2026
11d
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Bottom Line:
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: NDLS is down 14.1% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: NDLS is down 14.1% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$16.11
Based on 7.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$10.01
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: NDLS is currently trading at $11.90, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $12.95 to $14.03. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 25.9) compared to its historical average (30.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.0% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NDLS is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $11.56. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 5.0% recently.
Market Sentiment: NDLS scores 19/100 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 $1.75. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NDLS is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $11.56. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 5.0% recently.
Market Sentiment: NDLS scores 19/100 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 $1.75. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$12.95 -
$14.03
Company Quality Score
39/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
42.9%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (19/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-5.0%)
- BEARISH: Trading 85.3% above Wall St target ($1.75)
- WARNING: Composite score 39/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$12.95 -
$14.03
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$11.56
Resistance Level
$15.09
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Oct 22, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
25.87
Wall Street Target
$1.75
(-85.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
0.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-11.8%
Profit Margin
-4.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-5.0% cheaper
PE vs Historical
25.9 vs 30.2
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-5.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$11.30
(-5%)
2-Year Target
$10.74
(-10%)
3-Year Target
$10.20
(-14%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 26→30)
$11.91
(+0%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 25.9 to 30.2
Stabilization Target:
$13.89
(+16.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+16.7%
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