LEE Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
LEE - Lee Enterprises, Inc.
$8.73
0.02 (0.23%)
▲
5d:
+10.37%
30d:
+5.18%
90d:
+23.31%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 18, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 07, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: LEE shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: LEE shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Moderate conviction.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: LEE is currently trading at $8.73, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $8.04 to $8.59.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LEE is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $7.40, while resistance sits at $9.10.
Market Sentiment: LEE has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $20.00 (+129.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LEE is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $7.40, while resistance sits at $9.10.
Market Sentiment: LEE has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $20.00 (+129.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$8.04 -
$8.59
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
63.2%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 129.1% below Wall St target ($20.00)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$8.04 -
$8.59
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$7.40
Resistance Level
$9.10
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 18, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.11
Wall Street Target
$20.00
(+129.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-10.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-38.3%
Profit Margin
-4.8%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: May 18, 2026 7:11 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
13
Buys
1
Sells
+
Net
INSIDERS BUYING
Recent Transactions
David Henry Hoffmann
BUY
27800 shares
2026-03-13
David Henry Hoffmann
BUY
27800 shares
2026-03-11
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SELL
26804 shares
2026-03-06
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