LESL Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
LESL - Leslie's, Inc. Common Stock
$3.03
-0.47 (-13.43%)
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5d:
+88.2%
30d:
+66.48%
90d:
+170.54%
SELL
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 15, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 13, 2026
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Smart Money Distribution
LESL is up 88.2% this week, but smart money is buying puts. Top strike: $2.5 2026-06-18 with 958 OI. Put ratio: 87% View Scanner →
Strength: 10.0/10
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5 traders called LESL this week
80% bullish • 1 bearish
80% bullish • 1 bearish
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Bottom Line:
⚠️ CAUTION: LESL is extended with warning signals. Consider taking profits or waiting for better entry.
⚠️ CAUTION: LESL is extended with warning signals. Consider taking profits or waiting for better entry.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: LESL is currently trading at $3.03, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $1.26 to $2.23.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LESL is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $1.35, while resistance sits at $4.75. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 13.4% recently.
Market Sentiment: LESL has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $2.70. Given the valuation headwinds and technical position, caution is warranted at these levels.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LESL is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $1.35, while resistance sits at $4.75. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 13.4% recently.
Market Sentiment: LESL has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $2.70. Given the valuation headwinds and technical position, caution is warranted at these levels.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$1.26 -
$2.23
Company Quality Score
57/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
MODERATE
Confidence Score
31.6%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price significantly overextended (+35.9% above its trading range)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-13.4%)
- BEARISH: Trading 10.9% above Wall St target ($2.70)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$1.26 -
$2.23
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$1.35
Resistance Level
$4.75
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
May 15, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
-2.79
Wall Street Target
$2.70
(-10.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
4.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-64.3%
Profit Margin
-22.6%
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Last updated: May 18, 2026 9:16 AM ET
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