Yesway, Inc. (YSWY) Fair Value 2026

YSWY · Grocery Stores ·

By CirclFi Research Team · Data from SEC EDGAR, FRED & GDELT

Quality Score

4.9 /10

32 fundamental signals · 2 models active

Value Trap Risk

SAFE (0/100)

Quick Summary — As of 2026-08-28, Yesway, Inc. (YSWY) trades at $24.55, versus a $14.73 median fair value across its 2 active models — 40.0% below the current price. QOC: 4.9/10. Value Trap Risk: 0/100 (SAFE). 2/13 models active.

Key Facts

Ticker
YSWY
Price
$24.55
Quality Score
4.9/10
Value Trap Risk
0/100
Models Active
2/13
Last Updated
Strength: 2 independent models provide multi-angle coverage
Risk: Below-average Quality Score of 4.9/10 signals weak fundamentals

Is Yesway, Inc. (YSWY) Undervalued or Overvalued in 2026?

According to CirclFi’s 2-model valuation engine, Yesway, Inc. (YSWY) appears overvalued as of : the median of 2 independent fair value estimates is $14.73, 40.0% below the current price of $24.55. Estimates range from $12.78 to $16.67. YSWY scores 4.9/10 on fundamental quality and 0/100 on value-trap risk.

For context, the median US equity CirclFi rates trades at an implied -23.4% versus its own 13-model consensus, across 3,809 rated companies as of 2026-08-28. YSWY’s -40.0% gap is wider than that market norm. Full market index →

This verdict compares price to intrinsic value only — it is not a buy or sell rating. For the decision case (bull vs bear arguments, risk factors, peers), read Should You Buy Yesway, Inc. Stock in 2026? →

What Fair Value Does Each Model Give YSWY?

2 Intrinsic Value Models vs. Current Price ($24.55)

Core Models (Unlocked)
Model Fair Value Upside
Relative · Low Conviction
 $12.78 -47.9%
Option-Based · Low Conviction
 $16.67 -32.1%

All Models Active

All 2 models are displayed above.

What Is Yesway, Inc. (YSWY) Worth in 2026?

According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, Yesway, Inc.'s intrinsic value is estimated at $14.73. Trading at its current price of $24.55, the valuation engine raises significant caution: 2 of 2 models flag downside risk, projecting a median implied return of -40.0%.

What Do the Models Say About YSWY?

2 of 13 models are currently active for YSWY. All 2 active models suggest the stock trades above fair value. Taken together, their median fair value for YSWY is $14.73 — the figure CirclFi publishes as this stock's fair value. See which stocks rank higher →

How Does YSWY Rank in Grocery Stores?

Among 12 Grocery Stores stocks, YSWY ranks #11 by Quality of Company score. CirclFi's QOC score of 4.9/10 evaluates 32 fundamental signals. A score of 4.9 reflects mixed fundamentals.

Yesway, Inc. operates in a competitive landscape where fundamental quality metrics are key differentiators for long-term value creation.

Is YSWY a Value Trap?

CirclFi's Value Trap algorithm assigns YSWY a score of 0/100 (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 Yesway, Inc.. Limited activation may indicate insufficient history. Each model applies a fundamentally different valuation philosophy. See the complete methodology →

According to the CirclFi Quality of Company (QOC) framework, Yesway, Inc. earns a quality score of 4.9/10. This mixed rating reflects the company's standing across 32 fundamental signals spanning profitability, growth consistency, balance sheet strength, and capital allocation efficiency.

Models cluster within a tight range (+15.8% spread), increasing conviction. Browse all stocks with 13-model coverage →

Data Sources & Confidence

Every YSWY 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 YSWY's 2 active models, average confidence is 10%. 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 →

This analysis is produced by the CirclFi Valuation Engine using quantitative models applied to SEC EDGAR filings, public market feeds, and FRED macroeconomic indicators. It is not financial advice.

Read the full investment analysis: Should You Buy Yesway, Inc. Stock in 2026? →

Bull case, bear case, risk factors & peer comparison — updated daily

Which Similar Grocery Stores Stocks Should You Also Analyze?

11 related Grocery Stores stocks with 13-model coverage

NGVCNatural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc.QOC 8.6SFMSprouts Farmers Market, Inc.QOC 8.2WMKWeis Markets, Inc.QOC 7.6DDLDingdong (Cayman) LimitedQOC 7.6KRThe Kroger Co.QOC 7.6ACIAlbertsons Companies, Inc.QOC 7.5MSSMaison Solutions Inc.QOC 7.1GOGrocery Outlet Holding Corp.QOC 6.5DNUTKrispy Kreme, Inc.QOC 5.2VHUBVenHub Global, Inc.QOC 5.1HCWCHealthy Choice Wellness Corp.QOC 4.7

Read investment analysis: NGVC · SFM · WMK · DDL · KR · ACI · MSS · GO · DNUT · VHUB · HCWC

Which Other Stocks Have a Similar Quality Score to YSWY?

7 companies across all industries closest to YSWY’s Quality of Company score of 4.9/10.

UPYYUPAY, Inc.QOC 4.9PGENPrecigen, Inc.QOC 4.9CMPXCompass Therapeutics, Inc.QOC 4.9BNKKBonk, Inc.QOC 4.9DFTXDefinium Therapeutics, Inc.QOC 4.9LTBRLightbridge CorporationQOC 4.9NVDANVIDIA CorporationQOC 10.0

Read investment analysis: UPYY · PGEN · CMPX · BNKK · DFTX · LTBR · NVDA

What Else Do Investors Ask About Yesway, Inc.’s Valuation?

What is Yesway, Inc.'s intrinsic value in 2026?

CirclFi puts Yesway, Inc. (YSWY)'s intrinsic value at $14.73 — the median of 2 independent model estimates as of 2026-08-28, ranging from $12.78 to $16.67. The Quality of Company score is 4.9/10 across 32 fundamental signals. All models use SEC EDGAR filings updated daily. See our methodology page for how each model works.

Is YSWY overvalued or undervalued right now?

At $24.55, 0 of 2 active models suggest YSWY may be undervalued, while 2 indicate potential overvaluation. The median of all 2 fair value estimates is $14.73, 40.0% below the current price of $24.55 — a consensus view that YSWY is overvalued. The assessment depends on which methodology best fits Yesway, Inc.'s business model in Grocery Stores.

What does a Quality of Company score of 4.9 mean for YSWY?

Yesway, Inc.'s QOC of 4.9/10 reflects 32 fundamental signals: profitability margins, revenue growth consistency, balance sheet leverage, free cash flow generation, and capital allocation efficiency. Scores below 5 flag potential fundamental weaknesses requiring careful analysis.

How many valuation models does CirclFi run on YSWY?

CirclFi analyzes YSWY with 13 institutional-grade models daily: Bayesian DCF (Monte Carlo + jump-diffusion), EPV (Greenwald zero-growth), EROIC Spread (McKinsey reinvestment), First Chicago (3-scenario), Markov DDM (regime-switching), ML-RIV (machine learning residual income), Dynamic NAV (asset-based), PWERM (option-theoretic), Regime Cross-Sectional (relative), Sentiment SOTP (hybrid), CUCE Ensemble (meta-model), FTNN Topology (neural network), and RCMH-DCF (conditional regime). Currently 2 of 13 are active for this stock. Read the full methodology →

Is YSWY a value trap in 2026?

Yesway, Inc.'s Value Trap score is 0/100 (SAFE). This low score indicates the current valuation is not artificially depressed by fundamental deterioration, suggesting genuine opportunity rather than a trap. Browse stocks by value-trap risk →

Cite this analysis — “According to CirclFi’s 2-model valuation engine, Yesway, Inc. (YSWY) has a median fair value of $14.73 — 40.0% below the current price of $24.55 — as of 2026-08-28.” Source: circlfi.com/stock/YSWY/ · Methodology
Primary sources for this YSWY valuation
  • Financial statements: Yesway, Inc. 10-K and 10-Q filings on SEC EDGAR (CIK 0001859836) — 700+ standardized XBRL tags, published by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
  • Discount-rate inputs: FRED, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis — risk-free rates, VIX, yield curve, inflation.
  • News sentiment: The GDELT Project — global media tone, input to the Sentiment SOTP model.
  • Model definitions: CirclFi methodology — the published specification for all 13 models, including the academic sources each one implements.

Market data for YSWY as of ; valuations recomputed .