Trueblue (TBI) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
TBI - Trueblue, Inc.
$8.75
-0.31 (-3.42%)
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5d:
-11.79%
30d:
-11.79%
90d:
+27.37%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 02, 2026
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Bottom Line:
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: TBI is down 11.8% 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: TBI is down 11.8% 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
$14.53
Based on 7.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$9.02
3.0% Margin of Safety
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 12.7x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: TBI is currently trading at $8.75, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $9.36 to $10.75. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 10.7) compared to its historical average (12.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.4% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, TBI is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $8.68. 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 3.4% recently.
Market Sentiment: TBI scores 28/100 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 $9.75 (+11.4%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, TBI is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $8.68. 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 3.4% recently.
Market Sentiment: TBI scores 28/100 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 $9.75 (+11.4%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$9.36 -
$10.75
Company Quality Score
46/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
50.0%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (28/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-3.4%)
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($9.75)
- WARNING: Composite score 46/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$9.36 -
$10.75
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$8.68
Resistance Level
$10.98
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.71
Wall Street Target
$9.75
(+11.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
11.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-63.4%
Profit Margin
-3.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-5.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
10.7 vs 12.7
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-5.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$8.28
(-5%)
2-Year Target
$7.83
(-11%)
3-Year Target
$7.41
(-15%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 11→13)
$8.78
(+0%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 10.7 to 12.7
Stabilization Target:
$10.37
(+18.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+18.5%
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