YELP Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
YELP - YELP INC.
$21.08
-1.78 (-7.79%)
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5d:
-26.04%
30d:
-21.72%
90d:
-7.67%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 06, 2026
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Strength: 10.0/10
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Bottom Line:
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: YELP is down 26.0% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: YELP is down 26.0% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$52.14
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$32.38
34.9% 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 10.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: YELP is currently trading at $21.08, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $24.87 to $28.96. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 8.1) compared to its historical average (10.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 7.6% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, YELP is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $21.77. 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 7.8% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $26.62 (+26.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, YELP is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $21.77. 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 7.8% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $26.62 (+26.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$24.87 -
$28.96
Company Quality Score
56/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
74.8%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-7.8%)
- BULLISH: Trading 26.3% below Wall St target ($26.62)
- WARNING: Recommendation downgraded due to -26.0% 5-day decline - wait for stabilization
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$24.87 -
$28.96
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$21.77
Resistance Level
$29.38
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
May 14, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
8.11
Wall Street Target
$26.63
(+26.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
0.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-16.7%
Profit Margin
9.5%
Valuation Discount vs History
-7.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical
8.1 vs 10.3
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-7.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$19.48
(-8%)
2-Year Target
$18.00
(-15%)
3-Year Target
$16.63
(-21%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 8→10)
$21.12
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.0, Growth: 38.0%)
$150.64
(+615%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 8.1, Growth: 38.0%)
$55.42
(+163%)
Bear:
(PE: 6.9, Growth: 38.0%)
$47.11
(+124%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (10x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (8x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 10.49 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.18
Bull Case
$29.99
(+42%)
Analyst growth 19.3%, PE expands to 11.5
Base Case
$27.26
(+29%)
Market implied 19.3%, PE stable at 10.5
Bear Case
$15.54
(-26%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 8.9
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 8.1 to 10.3
Stabilization Target:
$26.78
(+27.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+27.0%
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0
Buys
20
Sells
Net
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