Tyson Foods, Inc. (TSN) Stock Analysis
Score BValue · Grade D · Bullish
$66.00
$64.76
-1.9%
4/10
D
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: $64.76 (-1.9%). Approximately at fair value.
PEG-Based EPS
$64.07
FCF DCF Model
$74.94
EV/EBITDA
$49.25
Blended Fair Value
$64.76
Confidence
High
Methods
PEG-Based EPS, FCF 2-Stage DCF, EV/EBITDA
Quality Analysis
48/120 points
Low Quality
ROE (3Y Avg)
1.1%
ROIC-WACC Spread
-3.9%
D/E Ratio
0.5x
Current Ratio
1.6x
Interest Coverage
3x
FCF Positive Years
2/3
Quality Flags
- Low ROE: 1.1% (need >12%, got 0/20 pts)
- ROIC spread: -3.8pp (got 0/25 pts)
- FCF positive only 2/3 years (13/20 pts)
- Leverage: D/E 0.5x (10/15 pts)
- Volatile gross margins: std dev 4.0pp (need <3.0pp)
Market Sentiment
Wall Street Consensus
$75.50
+14.4% Upside
13 analysts
Range: $69.00 — $80.00
Rating: Buy
Our model is slightly more cautious than Wall Street.
Trend & Technical
Price ($66.02) is 12.9% above SMA 200 ($58.48). Bullish trend confirmed.
Tech Score 78/100 — Strong technical setup. Trend, momentum, and positioning aligned bullish.
Risk & Reward
Asymmetry Ratio
2.09:1
Expected Return
+6.9%
Bull Upside
+33.4%
Bear Downside
-16.0%
Good asymmetry: 2.09:1 ratio. Upside justifies risk.
Verdict: Favorable
Scenario Analysis
Bear
Base
Bull
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fair value of TSN?
Based on our multi-method conviction analysis, the estimated fair value of Tyson Foods, Inc. (TSN) is $64.76. This is calculated by blending PEG-Based EPS, 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 high.
Is TSN a buy, sell, or hold?
TSN currently has a HOLD rating with a conviction score of 4/10. Price is above modeled value range. Quality supports holding but not attractive for new positions. Price above modeled value range.
Is TSN a high-quality stock?
Tyson Foods, Inc. has a quality grade of D (48/120 points), rated as Low Quality. Key metrics include ROE of 1.1%, ROIC-WACC spread of -3.9%, and D/E ratio of 0.5x.
What type of stock is TSN?
TSN is classified as a "value" in our framework. High P/E: 52.0x, High dividend: 3.1%, Mature growth: 1.9%, Dividend paying: 3.1%
What do Wall Street analysts say about TSN?
13 Wall Street analysts have a consensus price target of $75.50 for TSN, representing +14.4% upside. Targets range from $69.00 to $80.00. The consensus recommendation is "Buy". Our model is slightly more cautious than Wall Street.
What are the risks of investing in TSN?
The risk/reward asymmetry ratio for TSN is 2.09:1, rated as Favorable. Good asymmetry: 2.09:1 ratio. Upside justifies risk. The expected return is +6.9%, with bull case upside of +33.4% and bear case downside of -16.0%.
What is the current trend for TSN?
TSN is in a bullish trend. Price ($66.02) is 12.9% above SMA 200 ($58.48). Bullish trend confirmed. The technical score is 78/100.
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Last updated: May 19, 2026 · Framework version 3.7
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