ZipRecruiter (ZIP) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ZIP - ZipRecruiter, Inc.
$3.82
-0.01 (-0.26%)
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5d:
+3.52%
30d:
-23.14%
90d:
+22.83%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 17, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 04, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: ZIP shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: ZIP shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ZIP is currently trading at $3.82, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $3.92 to $4.81. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 26.4) compared to its historical average (11.3). At these levels, the market is pricing in 32.9% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ZIP is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $3.61, while resistance sits at $4.45.
Market Sentiment: ZIP scores 65/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $4.75 (+24.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ZIP is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $3.61, while resistance sits at $4.45.
Market Sentiment: ZIP scores 65/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $4.75 (+24.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$3.92 -
$4.81
Company Quality Score
44/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
93.8%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (65/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 24.3% below Wall St target ($4.75)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 32.9% growth with 5.2% revenue growth
- WARNING: Composite score 44/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$3.92 -
$4.81
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$3.61
Resistance Level
$4.45
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Sep 17, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
26.42
Wall Street Target
$4.75
(+24.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
5.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-50.0%
Profit Margin
6.2%
Valuation Premium vs History
+32.9% premium
PE vs Historical
26.4 vs 11.3
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+32.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$5.08
(+33%)
2-Year Target
$6.75
(+77%)
3-Year Target
$8.97
(+135%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 26→11)
PE COMPRESSION
$3.84
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 26.4, Growth: -71.0%)
$2.78
(+-27%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.2, Growth: -71.0%)
$2.13
(-44%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.3, Growth: -71.0%)
$1.19
(-69%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 11.61 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.33
Bull Case
$2.11
(-45%)
Analyst growth -50.0%, PE expands to 12.8
Base Case
$1.92
(-50%)
Market implied -50.0%, PE stable at 11.6
Bear Case
$2.60
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 9.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Sells
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