Stock Yards Bancorp (SYBT) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
SYBT - Stock Yards Bancorp, Inc.
$79.74
0.79 (1.00%)
▲
5d:
-0.67%
30d:
-6.21%
90d:
+6.59%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 04, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: SYBT shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite slightly low pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: SYBT shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite slightly low pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$98.55
Based on 5.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$61.19
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 $79.74, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $79.25 to $84.07. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 14.0) is in line with its historical norms (13.4). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.6% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SYBT is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $81.13. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: SYBT scores 72/100 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 (+13.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SYBT is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $81.13. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: SYBT scores 72/100 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 (+13.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$79.25 -
$84.07
Company Quality Score
70/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
89.0%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (72/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($90.20)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 1.6% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 72/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$79.25 -
$84.07
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$76.89
Resistance Level
$81.13
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.03
Wall Street Target
$90.20
(+13.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
19.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
13.9%
Profit Margin
35.8%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.6% premium
PE vs Historical
14.0 vs 13.4
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$81.02
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$82.31
(+3%)
3-Year Target
$83.63
(+5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 14→13)
PE COMPRESSION
$79.85
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 6.6%)
$138.82
(+74%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.0, Growth: 6.6%)
$96.59
(+21%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.9, Growth: 6.6%)
$82.10
(+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: 15.42 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.12
Bull Case
$96.37
(+21%)
Analyst growth 11.0%, PE expands to 17.0
Base Case
$87.61
(+10%)
Market implied 11.0%, PE stable at 15.4
Bear Case
$53.69
(-33%)
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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