Is ZIP stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Based on our analysis, ZIP is currently a HOLD with moderate confidence. 📊 HOLD: ZIP shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

What is the fair value of ZIP stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for ZIP to be between $2.35 and $3.40. The current price is $3.35.

What is the analyst price target for ZIP?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for ZIP is $3.33. This implies a potential upside of -0.5% from current levels.

ZIP Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

ZIP - ZipRecruiter, Inc.

SERVICES-COMPUTER PROGRAMMING, DATA PROCESSING, ETC.

$3.35

-0.16 (-4.56%) ▼

5d: -2.9%

30d: +20.5%

90d: +87.15%

HOLD

MODERATE Confidence

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Analysis Updated: May 18, 2026 12:00 AM ET

Earnings: May 07, 2026 0d

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Strength: 6.2/10

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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: ZIP shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

Adjust Growth Assumption: 1.7%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$4.60

Based on 2.9% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$2.86

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 9.3x Exit PE.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: ZIP is currently trading at $3.35, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $2.35 to $3.40. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 7.8) compared to its historical average (9.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.8% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.

Technical Outlook: Technically, ZIP is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $2.82, while resistance sits at $4.15. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 4.6% recently.

Market Sentiment: ZIP has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. 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 EXTENDED

Historical Trading Range $2.35 - $3.40

Company Quality Score 54/100 (HOLD)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 52.4%

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All Signals

BEARISH: Price extended above range
BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
BEARISH: Downward momentum (-4.6%)
NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($3.33)

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $2.35 - $3.40

Current vs Trading Range EXTENDED

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $2.82

Resistance Level $4.15

Current Trend Strong Downtrend

Technical data as of May 18, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 7.80

Wall Street Target $3.33 (-0.5%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) -2.3%

Earnings Growth (YoY) -50.0%

Profit Margin -5.6%

Valuation Discount vs History -5.8% cheaper

PE vs Historical 7.8 vs 9.3 CHEAP

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): -5.8% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $3.16 (-6%)

2-Year Target $2.97 (-11%)

3-Year Target $2.80 (-16%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 8→9) $3.34 (0%)

3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth

Bull: (PE: 22.1, Growth: 1.7%) $9.98 (+198%)

Base: (SPY PE: 7.8, Growth: 1.7%) $3.52 (+5%)

Bear: (PE: 6.6, Growth: 1.7%) $2.99 (-11%)

💡 Upside Surprise Potential

If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 7.8 to 9.3

Stabilization Target: $4.00 (+19.3%)

PE Expansion Potential: +19.3%

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Last updated: May 18, 2026 5:09 PM ET
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