UTZ Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
UTZ - Utz Brands, Inc.
$14.04
-0.09 (-0.64%)
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5d:
-0.92%
30d:
-0.35%
90d:
+82.34%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: UTZ is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 16.1% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: UTZ is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 16.1% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. 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
$11.81
Based on 5.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$7.33
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 10.7x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: UTZ is currently trading at $14.04, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $10.11 to $15.45. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 16.8) compared to its historical average (10.7). At these levels, the market is pricing in 16.1% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, UTZ is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $14.04. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: UTZ scores 24/100 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. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, UTZ is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $14.04. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: UTZ scores 24/100 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. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$10.11 -
$15.45
Company Quality Score
43/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
48.6%
Protect Your Profits
UTZ is technically overbought (RSI 79). Consider hedging now to protect against a potential pullback while keeping your upside.
View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (24/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($14.31)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 16.1% growth with 1.4% revenue growth
- WARNING: Composite score 43/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$10.11 -
$15.45
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$14.04
Resistance Level
$14.19
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
16.82
Wall Street Target
$14.31
(+1.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
1.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-47.8%
Profit Margin
-2.0%
Valuation Premium vs History
+16.1% premium
PE vs Historical
16.8 vs 10.7
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+16.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$16.30
(+16%)
2-Year Target
$18.92
(+35%)
3-Year Target
$21.97
(+57%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 17â11)
PE COMPRESSION
$13.98
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 7.5%)
$20.79
(+48%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 16.8, Growth: 7.5%)
$17.43
(+24%)
Bear:
(PE: 10.7, Growth: 7.5%)
$11.09
(-21%)
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