SYBT Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
SYBT - Stock Yards Bancorp, Inc.
$81.93
-0.12 (-0.15%)
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5d:
-3.68%
30d:
+1.66%
90d:
+14.94%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 22, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: SYBT is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 2.6% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: SYBT is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 2.6% 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
$97.81
Based on 5.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$60.73
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 13.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: SYBT is currently trading at $81.93, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $81.22 to $85.33. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 14.4) is in line with its historical norms (13.3). At these levels, the market is pricing in 2.6% 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 currently testing key support at $81.29. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: SYBT scores 36/100 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $90.20 (+10.1%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SYBT is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $81.29. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: SYBT scores 36/100 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $90.20 (+10.1%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$81.22 -
$85.33
Company Quality Score
50/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
55.7%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (36/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($90.20)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 2.6% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- WARNING: Composite score 50/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$81.22 -
$85.33
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$81.29
Resistance Level
$86.17
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.42
Wall Street Target
$90.20
(+10.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
19.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
13.9%
Profit Margin
35.8%
Valuation Premium vs History
+2.6% premium
PE vs Historical
14.4 vs 13.3
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+2.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$84.06
(+3%)
2-Year Target
$86.25
(+5%)
3-Year Target
$88.49
(+8%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 14â13)
PE COMPRESSION
$81.62
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 6.6%)
$138.13
(+69%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.4, Growth: 6.6%)
$99.24
(+21%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.3, Growth: 6.6%)
$84.36
(+3%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (16x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (14x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 16.31 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.03
Bull Case
$101.95
(+24%)
Analyst growth 13.0%, PE expands to 17.9
Base Case
$92.68
(+13%)
Market implied 13.0%, PE stable at 16.3
Bear Case
$55.79
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 13.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Last updated: August 23, 2026 8:45 PM ET
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