Utz Brands (UTZ) Stock Overview
Manufactures branded salty snacks in the United States. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 5/6 |
| Future Growth | 3/6 |
| Past Performance | 0/6 |
| Financial Health | 3/6 |
| Dividends | 2/6 |
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Analyst Price Targets
Utz Brands, Inc. Competitors
Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$7.23 |
| 52 Week High | US$14.67 |
| 52 Week Low | US$6.92 |
| Beta | 0.88 |
| 1 Month Change | -6.95% |
| 3 Month Change | -16.80% |
| 1 Year Change | -46.33% |
| 3 Year Change | -54.87% |
| 5 Year Change | -71.10% |
| Change since IPO | -24.92% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Jun 01
UTZ: Execution On Margin Plans Will Support Future Earnings Upside
The analyst price target for Utz Brands has been revised from $19.00 to $15.00, with analysts pointing to updated views on fair value, a slightly higher discount rate, modestly adjusted revenue growth assumptions, lower profit margin expectations, and a somewhat higher future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Utz Brands has been active, with several firms revisiting their models and adjusting price targets.
Narrative Update • May 16
UTZ: Reset Earnings Mix And Product Pipeline Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price targets on Utz Brands by about $1.36 to roughly $12.14 per share, reflecting updated views on growth, profitability, and appropriate future P/E levels following recent sector research. Analyst Commentary Recent research has clustered around modestly lower price targets for Utz Brands, with several firms adjusting their models and one firm initiating coverage with a more constructive view.Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 01
UTZ: Execution On Margin Plans Will Support Future Earnings Upside
The analyst price target for Utz Brands has been revised from $19.00 to $15.00, with analysts pointing to updated views on fair value, a slightly higher discount rate, modestly adjusted revenue growth assumptions, lower profit margin expectations, and a somewhat higher future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Utz Brands has been active, with several firms revisiting their models and adjusting price targets.Narrative Update • May 16
UTZ: Reset Earnings Mix And Product Pipeline Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price targets on Utz Brands by about $1.36 to roughly $12.14 per share, reflecting updated views on growth, profitability, and appropriate future P/E levels following recent sector research. Analyst Commentary Recent research has clustered around modestly lower price targets for Utz Brands, with several firms adjusting their models and one firm initiating coverage with a more constructive view.
Narrative Update • Apr 28
UTZ: Buyback And Product Pipeline Will Offset Cautious Earnings Expectations
Analysts have trimmed their average price target for Utz Brands by $0.06 to $8.50, reflecting refreshed assumptions around growth, margins and future P/E multiples following a series of recent target reductions from several firms alongside a new bullish initiation. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Utz Brands has leaned cautious, with a cluster of price target cuts around the same time the average target moved to $8.50.Narrative Update • Apr 14
UTZ: Buyback Commitment And Product Pipeline Will Shape Forward Expectations
Analysts have trimmed the average price target on Utz Brands by about $1.44 to $8.56, reflecting updated models on discount rates, revenue growth, margins, and future P/E assumptions after a series of recent research moves, including several $1 to $2 target cuts and a new bullish initiation. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Utz Brands present a mixed picture, with a fresh bullish initiation contrasted against a series of price target trims that feed into the lower average target.Narrative Update • Mar 31
UTZ: Retailer De Stocking And California Expansion Will Shape Forward Expectations
Analysts have reduced their average price target on Utz Brands by a few dollars to the low to mid teens, reflecting updated food producer models after recent conference presentations and company commentary on softer Q4 2025 sales from retailer de-stocking, alongside in-line EBITDA and continued investment in California expansion. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates show a cluster of trims to price targets into the low to mid teens, as bearish analysts factor in softer near term sales and execution risks around distribution and category trends.Narrative Update • Mar 17
UTZ: California Expansion And Margin Discipline Will Support Future Share Upside
Analysts have nudged their average price target on Utz Brands down to around $14, trimming prior targets by $1 to $2 after revisiting food producer models post CAGNY and factoring in softer Q4 2025 sales guidance tied to retailer de stocking, even as margins and California expansion plans remain key points of support. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts are still comfortable with positive ratings, even after trimming price targets to the mid-teens, which suggests they see current levels as reasonably aligned with the company’s earnings power and execution so far.Narrative Update • Mar 03
UTZ: Reinvestment And California Expansion Will Support Long Term Margin Recovery
Analysts have trimmed their price targets on Utz Brands, with our fair value estimate moving from $15.35 to $13.50 as they factor in updated food producer models, retailer de-stocking late in Q4, lower Q4 2025 sales guidance versus consensus, and a higher assumed future P/E multiple of about 28x, along with adjustments to discount rate, revenue growth, and profit margin assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent price target changes on Utz Brands cluster around modestly lower fair value estimates, but the reasoning behind these moves is mixed and gives you a useful read on how the Street views the risk and reward trade off.Seeking Alpha • Feb 22
Utz Brands Is Finally Looking Tastier (Rating Upgrade)
Summary Utz Brands is upgraded from 'sell' to a soft 'buy' due to improved valuation and operational progress. UTZ's branded salty snacks segment drove organic revenue growth, with 'Power Four Brands' retail sales up 5.3% year over year. Management forecasts 2026 organic revenue growth of 2–3% and EBITDA growth of 5–8%, aided by geographic expansion and cost-cutting. Relative valuation now appears attractive versus peers, with forward multiples suggesting UTZ is on the cheaper end of the spectrum. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Feb 17
UTZ: Retailer De Stocking And Margin Reset Will Shape Forward Expectations
Analysts have trimmed their price targets on Utz Brands, with our fair value estimate moving from $13.50 to $10.00. They are factoring in lower projected profit margins, a higher discount rate, and revised earnings multiples, partly offset by slightly higher modeled revenue growth and recent commentary on retailer de-stocking and category trends.Narrative Update • Feb 02
UTZ: California Expansion And Earnings Resilience Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price targets on Utz Brands, with recent cuts such as Piper Sandler moving from US$15 to US$13. The firm cited softer pre-announced Q4 2025 sales tied to retailer de-stocking, even as EBITDA stayed in line.Narrative Update • Jan 19
UTZ: California Expansion And Long Term Investments Will Drive Future Upside
Narrative Update: Utz Brands Analyst Target Reset Analysts have trimmed their price targets on Utz Brands, with our fair value estimate easing from US$20.00 to US$19.00 as they factor in lower published targets, retailer de-stocking pressures, and a shift to a lower future P/E. They still point to opportunities tied to the company’s California expansion and long-term growth investments.Narrative Update • Jan 05
UTZ: Reinvestment Plans Will Support Long Term Margin Recovery Potential
Analysts have trimmed their average price target on Utz Brands by a few dollars to reflect updated expectations for revenue growth and margins, while still pointing to what they view as an improved risk or reward trade off after the recent earnings driven pullback. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Utz Brands focus on how the latest earnings move and updated guidance feed into valuation, execution risk, and the long term growth story.Narrative Update • Dec 14
UTZ: Reinvestments Will Support Margin Recovery And Improved Risk Reward Ahead
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Utz Brands by $0.40 to approximately $15.35, reflecting lower valuation multiples, even as they modestly raise expectations for revenue growth and profit margins. Analyst Commentary Street research reflects a mixed but generally constructive view on Utz Brands, with modestly lower price targets balanced by confidence in the company’s long term growth strategy.Narrative Update • Nov 15
UTZ: Reinvestments Will Drive Improved Risk Reward Profile After Earnings Selloff
The analyst price target for Utz Brands has been revised downward from $16.35 to $15.75. Analysts cite ongoing margin pressures due to reinvestments, even though the long-term growth outlook has strengthened.Narrative Update • Oct 31
UTZ: Future Margins Will Improve On Operational Efficiency And Facility Upgrades
Analysts have revised their fair value estimate for Utz Brands downward from $17.10 to $16.35 per share, citing a challenging outlook for U.S. consumer staples. This comes despite some improvement in profit margin and growth expectations.Analysis Article • Sep 08
Utz Brands (NYSE:UTZ) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.061
Utz Brands, Inc. ( NYSE:UTZ ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.061 per share on the 2nd of October...Analysis Article • Aug 04
Utz Brands, Inc. Just Missed EPS By 24%: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next
Last week, you might have seen that Utz Brands, Inc. ( NYSE:UTZ ) released its second-quarter result to the market. The...Analysis Article • Aug 01
These 4 Measures Indicate That Utz Brands (NYSE:UTZ) Is Using Debt Extensively
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Analysis Article • Jun 16
Should You Think About Buying Utz Brands, Inc. (NYSE:UTZ) Now?
Utz Brands, Inc. ( NYSE:UTZ ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw a decent share price growth of 13% on the...Analysis Article • May 23
Utz Brands (NYSE:UTZ) Might Be Having Difficulty Using Its Capital Effectively
Did you know there are some financial metrics that can provide clues of a potential multi-bagger? Typically, we'll want...Analysis Article • May 04
Results: Utz Brands, Inc. Exceeded Expectations And The Consensus Has Updated Its Estimates
There's been a notable change in appetite for Utz Brands, Inc. ( NYSE:UTZ ) shares in the week since its quarterly...Analysis Article • Apr 29
Utz Brands (NYSE:UTZ) Has A Pretty Healthy Balance Sheet
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...Analysis Article • Feb 27
Utz Brands' (NYSE:UTZ) Profits May Not Reveal Underlying Issues
Utz Brands, Inc.'s ( NYSE:UTZ ) healthy profit numbers didn't contain any surprises for investors. However the...Analysis Article • Jan 25
Utz Brands, Inc.'s (NYSE:UTZ) Popularity With Investors Is Clear
With a median price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of close to 0.8x in the Food industry in the United States, you could be...Seeking Alpha • Jan 23
UTZ: The Struggle Towards Sustainable Profitability
Summary Reflecting on past investment decisions is crucial; I sold UTZ Brands Inc. in April 2024, and the share price has since dropped 20%. UTZ's fundamentals show improving gross margins but still negative net margins, raising concerns about profitability and debt repayment ability. UTZ continues to increase its dividend, which I do not think is wise given the current financial situation. Based on discounted cash flow analysis, shares are currently overvalued. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Jan 07
Utz Brands, Inc.'s (NYSE:UTZ) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 41% Above Its Share Price
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Utz Brands fair value estimate is US$20.27 Utz Brands...Analysis Article • Dec 09
Utz Brands' (NYSE:UTZ) Dividend Will Be $0.061
The board of Utz Brands, Inc. ( NYSE:UTZ ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 2nd of January, with...Shareholder Returns
| UTZ | US Food | US Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | -6.9% | -0.6% | 1.6% |
| 1Y | -46.3% | -6.0% | 28.2% |
Return vs Industry: UTZ underperformed the US Food industry which returned -6% over the past year.
Return vs Market: UTZ underperformed the US Market which returned 28.2% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| UTZ volatility | |
|---|---|
| UTZ Average Weekly Movement | 6.2% |
| Food Industry Average Movement | 5.6% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.8% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.0% |
Stable Share Price: UTZ has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: UTZ's weekly volatility (6%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1921 | 3,200 | Howard Friedman | www.utzsnacks.com |
Utz Brands, Inc. manufactures branded salty snacks in the United States. The company provides a range of salty snack food products, such as potato chips, tortilla chips, pretzels, cheese snacks, pub and party mixes, pork skins, and ready-to-eat popcorn, as well as other snacks which include salsa and dips; and non-branded and non-salty snacks comprising partner brands, private label, and co-manufacturing products. It offers its products under the Utz, On The Border, Zapp’s, Boulder Canyon, Golden Flake, Miguelito’s, Hawaiian, Bachman, Tim’s Cascade, Dirty Potato Chips, TGI Fridays, and Vitner's brand names.
Utz Brands, Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| UTZ fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$1.05b |
| Earnings (TTM) | -US$8.40m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$1.45b |
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P/S Ratio-76.2x
P/E RatioIs UTZ overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| UTZ income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$1.45b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$1.08b |
| Gross Profit | US$367.80m |
| Other Expenses | US$376.20m |
| Earnings | -US$8.40m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 29, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | -0.095 |
| Gross Margin | 25.40% |
| Net Profit Margin | -0.58% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 64.4% |
How did UTZ perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
3.6%
Current Dividend Yield-321%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/01 05:16 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/01 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/29 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/28 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
Utz Brands, Inc. is covered by 12 analysts. 9 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Andrew Lazar | Barclays |
| Peter Galbo | BofA Global Research |
| Robert Dickerson | BTIG |