YELP Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
YELP - YELP INC.
$24.81
0.45 (1.85%)
▲
5d:
-0.08%
30d:
+11.31%
90d:
-18.33%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 30, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 14, 2026
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Strength: 6.4/10
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: YELP shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.3% decline. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: YELP shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.3% decline. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$44.99
Based on 11.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$27.94
11.2% 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 10.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: YELP is currently trading at $24.81, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $21.62 to $24.63. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 9.8) is in line with its historical norms (10.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.3% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, YELP is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $25.16. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: YELP has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, YELP is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $25.16. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: YELP has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Fair Price Range
$21.62 -
$24.63
Company Quality Score
57/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
71.4%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($25.50)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$21.62 -
$24.63
Current vs Fair Value
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$23.45
Resistance Level
$25.16
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Mar 30, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.79
Wall Street Target
$25.50
(+2.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-0.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-1.2%
Profit Margin
9.9%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
9.8 vs 10.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$24.49
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$24.17
(-3%)
3-Year Target
$23.85
(-4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→10)
$24.87
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.4, Growth: 19.7%)
$97.14
(+292%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.8, Growth: 19.7%)
$42.53
(+71%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.3, Growth: 19.7%)
$36.15
(+46%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (11x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 10.96 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.24
Bull Case
$30.58
(+23%)
Analyst growth 13.2%, PE expands to 12.1
Base Case
$27.80
(+12%)
Market implied 13.2%, PE stable at 11.0
Bear Case
$16.70
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 9.3
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 9.8 to 10.2
Stabilization Target:
$25.86
(+4.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+4.2%
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Last updated: March 30, 2026 8:56 PM ET
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0
Buys
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Sells
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