PLCE Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
PLCE - Children's Place, Inc.
$4.03
-0.12 (-2.89%)
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HOLD
LOW Confidence
Last Updated: January 30, 2026
Earnings: Mar 11, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: PLCE shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: PLCE shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: PLCE is currently trading at $4.03, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $4.03 to $4.61. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: -4.3) compared to its historical average (2.6). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PLCE is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $3.99. 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 (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PLCE is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $3.99. 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 (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. 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
Fair Price Range
$4.03 -
$4.61
Company Quality Score
51/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
46th percentile
(NORMAL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
73.8%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Options fairly priced (IV 46th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($4.50)
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -7.8% 5-day decline
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$4.03 -
$4.61
Current vs Fair Value
SLIGHTLY LOW
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$0.58
(14.4%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$3.99
Resistance Level
$4.71
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
-4.35
Wall Street Target
$4.50
(+8.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-13.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-48.5%
Profit Margin
-4.0%
PE vs Historical
-4.4 vs 2.6
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Last updated: January 30, 2026 9:55 PM ET
Data refreshes hourly during market hours. Next update: 10:55 PM
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
1
Buys
0
Sells
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Net
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