YELP (YELP) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$20.57
+0.42 (+2.08%)
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5d:
-6.71%
30d:
+8.72%
90d:
-15.66%
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Earnings: Nov 05, 2026
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Updated Nov 11, 12:00 AM ET
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
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LOW Confidence (38%)
Quality Score
35/100
Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
30-Day Fair Range
$18.59 â $20.33
Position: SLIGHTLY HIGH
Forward P/E & Valuation
8.9x
FAIR
vs 9.5x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$21.63
+5.1% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$17.97 / $22.52
Trend: Strong Downtrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
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âšī¸ NEUTRAL: YELP is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -2.2% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Smart Money Distribution
Options positioning is turning defensive after a sharp run-up - a pattern consistent with institutional profit-taking. View Scanner →
Signal fired Nov 6, 2026 at $19.39 · last confirmed Nov 10, 2026
Strength: 7.7/10
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$30.70
Based on 7.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$19.06
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 9.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: YELP is currently trading at $20.57, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $18.59 to $20.33. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 8.9) is in line with its historical norms (9.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.2% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 3.3% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, YELP is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $17.97, while resistance sits at $22.52.
Market Sentiment: YELP scores 25/100 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, YELP is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $17.97, while resistance sits at $22.52.
Market Sentiment: YELP scores 25/100 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
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$18.59 -
$20.33
Company Quality Score
35/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
38.1%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$18.59 -
$20.33
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support Level
$17.97
Resistance Level
$22.52
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Nov 11, 2026
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View Profit Protection PlanQuantitative Signal Breakdown
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($21.62)
- WARNING: Composite score 35/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
8.90
Wall Street Target
$21.63
(+5.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-1.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
3.3%
Profit Margin
8.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
8.9 vs 9.5
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$20.12
(-2%)
2-Year Target
$19.67
(-4%)
3-Year Target
$19.24
(-7%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9â10)
$20.54
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 9.9%)
$60.86
(+196%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 8.9, Growth: 9.9%)
$27.27
(+33%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.6, Growth: 9.9%)
$23.18
(+13%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (10x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (9x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 9.64 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.09
Bull Case
$24.52
(+19%)
Analyst growth 10.6%, PE expands to 10.6
Base Case
$22.29
(+8%)
Market implied 10.6%, PE stable at 9.6
Bear Case
$13.70
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 8.2
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 8.9 to 9.5
Stabilization Target:
$21.96
(+6.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+6.8%
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Bearish
2 Retail Mentions
Reddit / WSB Comments
1
Bearish
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Last Tracked
Nov 10, 2026
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AI Retail Discussion Summary:
A bullish StockTwits user expressed concern about short sellers negatively impacting small caps, specifically mentioning FMFC with a low market cap and heavy short interest. No newsworthy articles about $YELP were identified.
Key Retail Themes:
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