Stock Yards Bancorp (SYBT) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
SYBT - Stock Yards Bancorp, Inc.
$78.56
1.90 (2.48%)
▲
5d:
+2.51%
30d:
+1.74%
90d:
-3.96%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 04, 2026
11d
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: SYBT shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite slightly high pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: SYBT shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite slightly high pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$98.92
Based on 5.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$61.42
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 13.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: SYBT is currently trading at $78.56, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $76.05 to $79.08. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 13.8) is in line with its historical norms (13.4). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.9% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SYBT is showing sideways momentum. The price is approaching resistance at $78.78. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: SYBT scores 70/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $90.20 (+14.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SYBT is showing sideways momentum. The price is approaching resistance at $78.78. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: SYBT scores 70/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $90.20 (+14.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$76.05 -
$79.08
Company Quality Score
57/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
74.8%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (70/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($90.20)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 0.9% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 70/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$76.05 -
$79.08
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$74.02
Resistance Level
$78.78
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Oct 22, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
13.81
Wall Street Target
$90.20
(+14.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
19.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
13.9%
Profit Margin
35.8%
Valuation Premium vs History
+0.9% premium
PE vs Historical
13.8 vs 13.4
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+0.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$79.27
(+1%)
2-Year Target
$79.98
(+2%)
3-Year Target
$80.70
(+3%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 14→13)
PE COMPRESSION
$78.32
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 6.7%)
$137.23
(+75%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 13.8, Growth: 6.7%)
$95.40
(+21%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.7, Growth: 6.7%)
$81.09
(+3%)
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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: 15.46 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.96
Bull Case
$96.74
(+23%)
Analyst growth 14.7%, PE expands to 17.0
Base Case
$87.94
(+12%)
Market implied 14.7%, PE stable at 15.5
Bear Case
$52.13
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 13.1
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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