What Is Leslie's, Inc. (LESL) Worth in 2026?
According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, Leslie's, Inc.'s intrinsic value is estimated at $2.26, presenting a divided outlook at the current price of $2.97. With an average implied return of -23.8% across a split 1–1 (bull–bear) consensus, the model spread of +89.1% underscores analytical uncertainty. Notably, Bayesian DCF sees the most upside at +20.8% (fair value: $3.59), while ML-RIV is the most conservative at -68.3% ($0.94). The spread between these extremes — +89.1% — reveals how different analytical frameworks can reach starkly different conclusions.
What Do the Models Say About LESL?
2 of 13 models are currently active for LESL. Of these, 1 model suggests upside while 1 model suggests overvaluation. The Bayesian DCF estimates LESL's intrinsic value at $3.59, implying +20.8% upside from the current price. See which stocks rank higher →
How Does LESL Rank in Retail-Retail Stores, NEC?
Among 18 Retail-Retail Stores, NEC stocks, LESL ranks #11 by Quality of Company score. CirclFi's QOC score of 5.4/10 evaluates 32 fundamental signals. A score of 5.4 reflects mixed fundamentals.
The Retail-Retail Stores, NEC sector introduces analytical considerations specific to retail business businesses. For Leslie's, Inc., metrics like same-store sales growth (comps) provide important context that general-purpose valuation models may underweight.
Is LESL a Value Trap?
CirclFi's Value Trap algorithm assigns LESL a score of 13/100 (SAFE). This indicates minimal risk. Fundamentals are healthy. The score cross-references apparent undervaluation against fundamental deterioration signals. Browse lowest value-trap stocks →
Multi-Model Methodology
2 of 13 models are active for Leslie's, Inc.. Limited activation may indicate insufficient history. Each model applies a fundamentally different valuation philosophy. See the complete methodology →
According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, Leslie's, Inc. scores 5.4 out of 10 on our 32-signal quality assessment, a moderate rating that shows mixed signals across our quality framework with notable weaknesses. The QOC score synthesizes profitability margins, revenue growth reliability, debt management, and capital allocation into a single metric designed to separate durable businesses from statistically cheap ones.
The gap between the most bullish and bearish model spans +89.1% — demonstrating why single-model analysis is dangerous. Browse all stocks with 13-model coverage →
Data Sources & Confidence
Every LESL valuation is built from SEC EDGAR XBRL filings — 700+ standardized financial tags. Macroeconomic context from FRED calibrates discount rates, while GDELT news sentiment feeds into our Sentiment SOTP model. All pipelines run daily. Read the complete data methodology →
Across LESL's 2 active models, average confidence is 33%. Lower confidence may reflect limited history or high volatility.
CirclFi's output is a research starting point, not a buy/sell signal. All data updates daily. Read the full methodology →
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