AOUT trades 23.4% below Wall Street's consensus target of $12.50.
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
The base valuation assumes AOUT achieves its forward estimates and maintains a stable P/E multiple of 69.9x. This scenario reflects the blended consensus of 5 Wall Street analysts, balancing both positive catalysts and macroeconomic headwinds over the next 12 months.
As of June 21, 2026, American Outdoor Brands, Inc. (AOUT) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $12.50, based on estimates from 5 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $10.13, this represents a potential upside of +23.4%. The company has a market capitalization of $154M.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $11.00 to a high of $14.00, representing a 24% spread in expectations. The median target of $12.50 aligns closely with the consensus average. The tight target dispersion indicates high conviction among analysts.
The current analyst consensus rating is Buy, with 5 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,0 rating it Hold, and 0 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. This overwhelmingly bullish sentiment suggests analysts see significant catalysts for upside ahead.
From a valuation perspective, AOUT trades at a trailing P/E of -1688.3x and forward P/E of 69.9x. Analysts expect EPS to grow +118.5% over the next year.
| Company | Market Cap | Price | Target | Upside Potential | Rating | Fwd P/E | Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SWBISmith & Wesson Brands, Inc. | $715M | $16.08 | $16.50 | +2.6% | Buy | 58.5x | 4 |
RGRSturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. | $641M | $40.19 | $46.00 | +14.5% | Buy | 23.6x | 12 |
CLARClarus Corporation | $120M | $3.13 | $3.95 | +26.2% | Hold | 28.5x | 11 |
POWWOutdoor Holding Company | $251M | $2.14 | $2.25 | +5.1% | Buy | — | 4 |
YETIYETI Holdings, Inc. | $3.7B | $48.97 | $50.44 | +3.0% | Buy | 17.0x | 22 |
COLMColumbia Sportswear Company | $3.5B | $66.46 | $63.33 | -4.7% | Hold | 17.3x | 28 |
GPROGoPro, Inc. | $135M | $0.79 | $5.00 | +533.0% | Hold | 15.8x | 28 |
MCFTMasterCraft Boat Holdings, Inc. | $379M | $23.29 | $25.33 | +8.8% | Buy | 14.1x | 10 |
LESLLeslie's, Inc. | $86M | $9.17 | — | — | — | — | — |
ASOAcademy Sports and Outdoors, Inc. | $3.3B | $51.82 | $58.67 | +13.2% | Buy | 8.8x | 22 |
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying AOUT stock.
The consensus Wall Street price target for AOUT is $12.5, representing 23.4% upside from the current price of $10.13. With 5 analysts covering the stock, this strong upside suggests significant value not yet reflected in today's share price.
AOUT has a consensus rating of "Buy" based on 5 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is predominantly bullish, with 5 Buy/Strong Buy ratings. The consensus 12-month price target of $12.5 implies 23.4% upside from current levels.
At a forward P/E of 69.8621x, AOUT trades at a premium valuation. The consensus price target of $12.5 (23.4% upside) suggests analysts still see growth justifying the multiple.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $14 for AOUT, while the most conservative target is $11. The consensus of $12.5 represents the median expectation. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
AOUT is moderately covered, with 5 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 5 have Buy ratings, 0 recommend Hold, and 0 have Sell or Strong Sell ratings. Higher analyst coverage generally indicates greater institutional interest and more reliable consensus estimates.
The 12-month AOUT stock forecast based on 5 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $12.5, with estimates ranging from $11 (bear case) to $14 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Buy".
AOUT trades at a forward P/E ratio of 69.9x based on next-twelve-months earnings estimates. The higher forward P/E suggests near-term earnings pressure. A forward P/E is useful for comparing valuations when earnings are expected to change significantly.
Wall Street analysts are very optimistic on AOUT, with a "Buy" consensus rating and $12.5 price target (23.4% upside). 5 of 5 analysts rate it Buy or Strong Buy. This information is for educational purposes only. Always conduct your own research, consider your financial situation, and consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
AOUT analyst price targets range from $11 to $14, a 24% tight range reflecting strong analyst consensus. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $12.5 consensus represents the middle ground.
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