BBSI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
BBSI - Barrett Business Services
$32.34
-0.70 (-2.12%)
▼
5d:
-5.36%
30d:
+4.26%
90d:
+15.75%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: BBSI shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: BBSI shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$48.15
Based on 9.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$29.90
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 14.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: BBSI is currently trading at $32.34, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $31.34 to $33.71. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 15.0) is in line with its historical norms (14.4). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.5% annual earnings growth. This is a high bar to clear, indicating the stock may be priced for perfection.
Technical Outlook: Technically, BBSI is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $31.89. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $42.25 (+30.6%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, BBSI is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $31.89. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $42.25 (+30.6%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$31.34 -
$33.71
Company Quality Score
53/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
67.6%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 30.6% below Wall St target ($42.25)
- BEARISH: Market expects 1.5% growth - appears too optimistic based on history
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -5.4% 5-day decline
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$31.34 -
$33.71
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$31.89
Resistance Level
$35.01
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Jun 22, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.04
Wall Street Target
$42.25
(+30.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
4.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
0.2%
Profit Margin
3.2%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.5% premium
PE vs Historical
15.0 vs 14.4
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$32.83
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$33.32
(+3%)
3-Year Target
$33.82
(+5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15→14)
PE COMPRESSION
$32.37
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 14.6%)
$70.41
(+118%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.0, Growth: 14.6%)
$48.63
(+50%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.8, Growth: 14.6%)
$41.33
(+28%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (22x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 21.59 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.53
Bull Case
$51.07
(+58%)
Analyst growth 40.5%, PE expands to 23.8
Base Case
$46.43
(+44%)
Market implied 40.5%, PE stable at 21.6
Bear Case
$22.47
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 18.4
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Last updated: June 23, 2026 4:25 AM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
1
Buys
1
Sells
0
Net
NEUTRAL
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