SBH Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
SBH - Sally Beauty Holdings, Inc.
$11.83
-0.38 (-3.11%)
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5d:
-14.65%
30d:
-14.21%
90d:
-22.32%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 11, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: SBH shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: SBH 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
$20.12
Based on 6.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$12.49
5.3% Margin of Safety
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 6.7x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: SBH is currently trading at $11.83, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $13.14 to $14.68. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 5.3) compared to its historical average (6.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 7.6% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 13.2% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SBH is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $11.82. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.1% recently.
Market Sentiment: SBH 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 $16.60 (+40.3%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SBH is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $11.82. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.1% recently.
Market Sentiment: SBH 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 $16.60 (+40.3%). 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
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$13.14 -
$14.68
Company Quality Score
54/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
52.4%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-3.1%)
- BULLISH: Trading 40.3% below Wall St target ($16.60)
- CAUTION: 5-day price weakness (-14.6%) - monitor closely
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$13.14 -
$14.68
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$11.82
Resistance Level
$14.38
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 14, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
5.30
Wall Street Target
$16.60
(+40.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
2.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
13.2%
Profit Margin
4.9%
Valuation Discount vs History
-7.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical
5.3 vs 6.7
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-7.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$10.93
(-8%)
2-Year Target
$10.10
(-15%)
3-Year Target
$9.33
(-21%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 5→7)
$11.81
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.0, Growth: 8.2%)
$62.43
(+428%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 5.3, Growth: 8.2%)
$15.00
(+27%)
Bear:
(PE: 4.5, Growth: 8.2%)
$12.75
(+8%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (7x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (5x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 6.90 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.77
Bull Case
$16.95
(+43%)
Analyst growth 26.2%, PE expands to 7.6
Base Case
$15.41
(+30%)
Market implied 26.2%, PE stable at 6.9
Bear Case
$8.30
(-30%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 5.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 5.3 to 6.7
Stabilization Target:
$14.97
(+26.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+26.5%
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Last updated: May 15, 2026 2:42 AM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
2
Sells
Net
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