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Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (SWBI) Stock Analysis

Score B

Value · Grade D · Bullish

Industrials · Aerospace & Defense

$14.76

Fair Value

$14.92

+1.1%

Conviction

8/10

Quality

D

Classification

Value

Investment Thesis

Price is above modeled value range. Quality supports holding but not attractive for new positions.

Trading near modeled fair value. No strong quantitative signal.

For New Investors

Price above modeled value range

For Current Holders

Quantitative score: neutral

Buy if

  • Price drops 15-20% (improves asymmetry)
  • Bull scenario catalysts materialize
  • Market-wide correction creates opportunity

Sell if

  • Bear scenario triggers occur
  • Quality metrics deteriorate (ROIC declining)
  • Better alternatives emerge

Valuation

Fair Value estimate: $14.92 (+1.1%). Slightly undervalued. (Methods diverge significantly. Conservative estimate shown.)

PEG-Based EPS

$1.53

FCF DCF Model

$19.19

EV/EBITDA

$8.96

Blended Fair Value

$14.92

Confidence

Low

Methods

PEG-Based EPS (conservative), FCF 2-Stage DCF, EV/EBITDA

Quality Analysis

D

52/120 points

Low Quality

ROE (3Y Avg)

7.7%

ROIC-WACC Spread

-5.0%

D/E Ratio

0.3x

Current Ratio

4.2x

Interest Coverage

5x

FCF Positive Years

1/3

Quality Flags

  • Low ROE: 7.7% (need >14%, got 7/20 pts)
  • ROIC spread: -5.0pp (got 0/25 pts)
  • FCF positive only 1/3 years (7/20 pts)
  • Leverage: D/E 0.3x (13/15 pts)
  • Volatile gross margins: std dev 7.6pp (need <5.0pp)

Market Sentiment

Wall Street Consensus

$15.25

+3.3% Upside

2 analysts

Range: $12.50$18.00

Rating: none

Our model aligns with Wall Street consensus.

Trend & Technical

Bullish

Price ($14.76) is 27.5% above SMA 200 ($11.58). Bullish trend confirmed.

Technical Score73/100

Tech Score 73/100 — Strong technical setup. Trend, momentum, and positioning aligned bullish.

Risk & Reward

Asymmetry Ratio

2.15:1

Expected Return

+6.6%

Bull Upside

+34.9%

Bear Downside

-16.2%

Good asymmetry: 2.15:1 ratio. Upside justifies risk.

Verdict: Favorable

Scenario Analysis

Bear

Base

Bull

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fair value of SWBI?

Based on our multi-method conviction analysis, the estimated fair value of Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (SWBI) is $14.92. This is calculated by blending PEG-Based EPS (conservative), FCF 2-Stage DCF, EV/EBITDA and applying a quality premium of 0% based on the company's fundamentals. The confidence level of this estimate is low.

Is SWBI a buy, sell, or hold?

SWBI currently has a HOLD rating with a conviction score of 8/10. Price is above modeled value range. Quality supports holding but not attractive for new positions. Price above modeled value range.

Is SWBI a high-quality stock?

Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. has a quality grade of D (52/120 points), rated as Low Quality. Key metrics include ROE of 7.7%, ROIC-WACC spread of -5.0%, and D/E ratio of 0.3x.

What type of stock is SWBI?

SWBI is classified as a "value" in our framework. High P/E: 61.5x, High FCF Yield: 8.1%, High dividend: 3.5%, Mature growth: -16.2%, High revenue volatility: 23.2% std dev

What do Wall Street analysts say about SWBI?

2 Wall Street analysts have a consensus price target of $15.25 for SWBI, representing +3.3% upside. Targets range from $12.50 to $18.00. The consensus recommendation is "none". Our model aligns with Wall Street consensus.

What are the risks of investing in SWBI?

The risk/reward asymmetry ratio for SWBI is 2.15:1, rated as Favorable. Good asymmetry: 2.15:1 ratio. Upside justifies risk. The expected return is +6.6%, with bull case upside of +34.9% and bear case downside of -16.2%.

What is the current trend for SWBI?

SWBI is in a bullish trend. Price ($14.76) is 27.5% above SMA 200 ($11.58). Bullish trend confirmed. The technical score is 73/100.

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Last updated: June 15, 2026 · Framework version 3.7

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