UTZ Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
UTZ - Utz Brands, Inc.
$7.03
0.18 (2.63%)
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5d:
-2.63%
30d:
-8.7%
90d:
-5.38%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: UTZ trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -6.7% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: UTZ trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -6.7% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$11.26
Based on 5.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$6.99
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 10.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: UTZ is currently trading at $7.03, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $6.95 to $7.48. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 8.2) compared to its historical average (10.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 6.7% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, UTZ is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $6.78, while resistance sits at $7.72.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $11.95 (+74.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, UTZ is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $6.78, while resistance sits at $7.72.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $11.95 (+74.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$6.95 -
$7.48
Company Quality Score
54/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 74.5% below Wall St target ($11.95)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$6.95 -
$7.48
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$6.78
Resistance Level
$7.72
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
8.18
Wall Street Target
$11.95
(+74.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
2.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-47.8%
Profit Margin
-0.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-6.7% cheaper
PE vs Historical
8.2 vs 10.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-6.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$6.39
(-7%)
2-Year Target
$5.96
(-13%)
3-Year Target
$5.56
(-19%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 8→10)
$6.87
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 7.8%)
$22.82
(+233%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 8.2, Growth: 7.8%)
$8.58
(+25%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.0, Growth: 7.8%)
$7.29
(+6%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 8.2 to 10.1
Stabilization Target:
$8.45
(+23.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+23.4%
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