UTZ Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
UTZ - Utz Brands, Inc.
$7.66
-0.17 (-2.17%)
▼
5d:
-5.67%
30d:
+8.04%
90d:
+1.46%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
16d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: UTZ shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: UTZ 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
$11.12
Based on 5.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$6.90
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 10.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: UTZ is currently trading at $7.66, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $6.97 to $7.88. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 9.2) is in line with its historical norms (10.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.9% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, UTZ is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $7.72. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: UTZ has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $11.65 (+52.1%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, UTZ is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $7.72. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: UTZ has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $11.65 (+52.1%). 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
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$6.97 -
$7.88
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
76.2%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 52.1% below Wall St target ($11.65)
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -5.7% 5-day decline
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$6.97 -
$7.88
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
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.)
9.15
Wall Street Target
$11.65
(+52.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
2.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-47.8%
Profit Margin
-0.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.9% cheaper
PE vs Historical
9.2 vs 10.0
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$7.44
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$7.22
(-6%)
3-Year Target
$7.01
(-9%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9→10)
$7.66
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 7.7%)
$22.80
(+198%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.2, Growth: 7.7%)
$9.58
(+25%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.8, Growth: 7.7%)
$8.14
(+6%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 9.2 to 10.0
Stabilization Target:
$8.37
(+9.3%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+9.3%
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