Should you buy Leslie's stock now?
No, the technical signal for Leslie's is currently SELL. Leslie's trades at $0.62 as of 8/22/2026. The overall technical signal is: Strong Sell. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -0.863 with rising momentum (signal: -0.997); RSI is at 28.6 (oversold), which could point to a potential buying opportunity; the stock is in a short-term downtrend (price below the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $2.38 points to 285.2% upside. The stock is in a broader downtrend (below SMA50/SMA200). Buying in a downtrend is generally not recommended. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Leslie's stock?
The average analyst price target for Leslie's is $2.38. The current price is $0.62, which gives an upside of 285.2%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $2.14 and $2.62.
Is Leslie's a dividend stock?
No, Leslie's does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of Leslie's stock?
Leslie's is rated as a stock in the risk category Extremely speculative. the annual standard deviation is 215.8%, which classifies the stock as Extremely speculative. In addition, an RSI of 28.6 signals oversold (potential bottom).
Is Leslie's overvalued?
No, Leslie's is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (285.2% upside). Leslie's has the following valuation ratios: a P/S ratio of 0.0. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 285.2%.
Is Leslie's overbought?
No, Leslie's is actually oversold with an RSI of 28.6 (below 30). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 28.6 (below the 30 mark), which actually signals the price is oversold – the opposite of overbought. In addition, the price is 39.2% below the 20-day average (short-term downtrend). In addition, MACD is negative, but momentum is rising (possible trend reversal). IMPORTANT: The stock is oversold in a downtrend. A low RSI in a downtrend is NOT a buy signal – the price can keep falling. Wait for a trend reversal before buying.
When is the next Leslie's earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for Leslie's has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is Leslie's shorted?
Yes, Leslie's is shorted with 18.8% of the free float sold short. This is a very high level of short selling, which points to considerable bearish sentiment. A positive earnings report or unexpectedly good news can trigger a short squeeze with sharp price gains. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Leslie's stock?
No, insiders are not buying Leslie's shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 1 sales. On a net basis, 3,923 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 0 purchases and 20 sales, with a net 75,057 $ sold. Active sellers include College Amy, Lindquist Benjamin, Cramer Naomi and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Leslie's a good stock?
Based on our total score, Leslie's is rated as a mediocre stock with a total score of 41 out of 100. The stock scores around average on value, quality and momentum – it sits near the median in our database. The score is made up of Quality: 41/100. In addition: analysts see 285.2% upside to the price target; technical signal: Strong Sell. Whether Leslie's is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Leslie's stock?
The outlook for Leslie's based on current data: the average analyst price target is $2.38 (+285.2%); the stock is in a downtrend (below SMA50 and SMA200). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Leslie's stock falling?
Leslie's is falling right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 39.2% below the 20-day average; short interest is 18.8% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Leslie's go?
The average analyst price target for Leslie's is $2.38, which corresponds to a potential gain of 285.2% from the current price of $0.62. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Leslie's fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Leslie's. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Leslie's do?
Leslie's, Inc. operates as a direct-to-consumer pool and spa care brand in the United States. The company markets and sells pool and spa supplies and related products and services. It also offers various pool and spa maintenance items, such as chemicals, equipment and parts, a... The company belongs to the Consumer Cyclical sector, more specifically the Specialty Retail industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Leslie's as an investment.
Did Leslie's raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Leslie's. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Leslie's making money or losing money?
No, Leslie's is currently not making money — the company is losing money with a negative profit margin of -21.2%, a substantial loss. That means the business loses money on every dollar of revenue. The operating margin, however, is positive at 18.1% — the core business makes money; the loss comes from financing costs, taxes or one-off items. For growth stocks investing in expansion this is normal — but it raises the risk if the company does not reach break-even before its capital runs out.
Can Leslie's go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Leslie's is rated as elevated. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is -4.10 — that places the company in the weak zone. This is a probability based on the numbers, not a verdict — bankruptcy is not imminent. But the balance sheet is measurably weaker than average, so watch the debt, liquidity and possible capital raises. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 7 — which is strong. Debt relative to equity is 1,000% (high). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Leslie's have a lot of debt?
Yes, Leslie's has elevated debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 1,000%. For the consumer cyclical sector, anything above 200% counts as elevated — that raises the financial risk, especially if interest rates rise or earnings fall. Cyclical consumer companies can carry moderate debt in good times — high debt is risky in downturns. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector.