UTZ Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
UTZ - Utz Brands, Inc.
$7.14
0.02 (0.28%)
▲
5d:
+0.99%
30d:
+2.73%
90d:
-5.56%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 12, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
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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
$11.26
Based on 5.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$6.99
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 10.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: UTZ is currently trading at $7.14, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $7.00 to $7.68. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 8.5) compared to its historical average (10.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.5% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, UTZ is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $6.78, while resistance sits at $7.72.
Market Sentiment: UTZ has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $11.95 (+67.4%). 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. Immediate support is located at $6.78, while resistance sits at $7.72.
Market Sentiment: UTZ has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $11.95 (+67.4%). 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 LOW
Historical Trading Range
$7.00 -
$7.68
Company Quality Score
51/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 67.4% below Wall St target ($11.95)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$7.00 -
$7.68
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
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.)
8.53
Wall Street Target
$11.95
(+67.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
2.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-47.8%
Profit Margin
-0.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-5.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
8.5 vs 10.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-5.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$6.75
(-6%)
2-Year Target
$6.38
(-11%)
3-Year Target
$6.03
(-16%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9→10)
$7.13
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.9, Growth: 7.8%)
$22.97
(+222%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 8.5, Growth: 7.8%)
$8.94
(+25%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.3, Growth: 7.8%)
$7.60
(+6%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 8.5 to 10.1
Stabilization Target:
$8.45
(+18.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+18.4%
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