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SAM Stock Chart & Stats
$180.15
$3.45(1.92%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$180.15
$3.45(1.92%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$158.68 - $264.46
Previous Close$184.46
Volume522.72K
Average Volume (3M)335.57K
Market Cap
$1.89B
Enterprise Value$1.76K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$265.55M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$31.55M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.18
Next Earnings
Oct 22, 2026EPS Estimate
4.34Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-6.79
Shares Outstanding8,223,681
10 Day Avg. Volume382,120
30 Day Avg. Volume335,567
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.21
Price to Book (P/B)2.47
Price to Sales (P/S)1.00
P/FCF Ratio9.71
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$204.92Price Target Upside13.75% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering12
EPS Forecast (FY)9.38
Revenue Forecast (FY)$1.94B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Balance Sheet StrengthVery low leverage and a conservatively financed balance sheet provide durable financial flexibility. This reduces refinancing and interest risk, supports continued investment or buybacks during cyclical downturns, and gives management optionality to absorb shocks without forcing asset sales.
Consistent Free Cash FlowSustained, strong free cash flow supports capital allocation and operational resilience. Reliable cash generation funds capex, buybacks and working capital, cushions litigation or tariff shocks, and enables strategic reinvestment without depending on external financing.
Margin Improvement InitiativesMeasured gross-margin expansion from internal production gains, procurement savings and price/mix actions is structurally positive. Higher internal production and productivity lower unit costs long term, improving margin sustainability even if volumes face short-term pressure.
Bears Say
Volume DeclinesPersistent volume declines reduce operating leverage and limit revenue growth, forcing heavier reliance on price/mix and cost cuts to sustain profits. If category or share trends don't reverse, scaled fixed costs and lower throughput can erode margin gains and long-term competitiveness.
Large Litigation ExposureSubstantial, unresolved litigation charges create earnings volatility and potential cash outflows. Even with healthy cash, unpredictable judgment timing and appeals risk can divert capital from growth initiatives, complicate long-term planning and pressure reported profitability for multiple quarters.
Brand & Retail Execution PressureErosion in core brand execution and shelf/display presence signals structural market-share risk. Competitive shifts (spirits-based teas, seltzer competition) and weaker retail execution can persistently depress volumes, requiring sustained investment and successful innovation to restore long-term growth.
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SAM FAQ
What was Boston Beer Company’s price range in the past 12 months?
Boston Beer Company lowest stock price was $158.68 and its highest was $264.46 in the past 12 months.
What is Boston Beer Company’s market cap?
Boston Beer Company’s market cap is $1.89B.
When is Boston Beer Company’s upcoming earnings report date?
Boston Beer Company’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 22, 2026 which is in 80 days.
How were Boston Beer Company’s earnings last quarter?
Boston Beer Company released its earnings results on Jul 23, 2026. The company reported $3.65 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $4.826 by -$1.176.
Is Boston Beer Company overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Boston Beer Company’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Boston Beer Company pay dividends?
Boston Beer Company does not currently pay dividends.
What is Boston Beer Company’s EPS estimate?
Boston Beer Company’s EPS estimate is 4.34.
How many shares outstanding does Boston Beer Company have?
Boston Beer Company has 8,223,681 shares outstanding.
What happened to Boston Beer Company’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Boston Beer Company reported an EPS of $3.65 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $4.826. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 3.232%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Boston Beer Company?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in SAM
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Boston Beer Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
$204.92 (13.75% Upside)
$204.92 (13.75% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
SAM Sentiment 71%
Sector Average 62%
Sector Average 62%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 39.4K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 2.9%
Last 30 Days ▲ 4.7%
Last 30 Days ▲ 4.7%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-10.73%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
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Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-1.03%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Boston Beer Company
The Boston Beer Company, Inc. is a leading producer and marketer of alcoholic beverages, primarily focused on the United States market. Its most recognized offering is Samuel Adams Boston Lager. The company's diverse product portfolio features a range of beers, hard ciders, and hard seltzers, sold under popular brands like Samuel Adams, Twisted Tea, Truly Hard Seltzer, Angry Orchard, Dogfish Head, Angel City, Coney Island, and Concrete Beach. Domestically, Boston Beer distributes its products to approximately 400 wholesalers, while internationally, it leverages a network of wholesalers, importers, and agencies. These partners subsequently supply a wide variety of retail establishments, including grocery stores, club stores, convenience stores, liquor outlets, bars, restaurants, and stadiums. The company's global footprint also extends to Canada, Europe, Israel, Australia, New Zealand, the Caribbean, the Pacific Rim, Mexico, and both Central and South America. Founded in Boston, Massachusetts, in 1984, the company maintains its headquarters there.
SAM Earnings Call
Q2 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call presented a balanced picture: operational and margin improvements (gross margin expansion, higher internal production, procurement savings, strong SunCruiser and Angry Orchard performance, reduced obsolete inventory, and strong cash/repurchase activity) offset meaningful top-line weakness (depletions down 6%, shipments down 4.5%, revenue down 3.3%), elevated marketing and freight costs, and substantial litigation-related expenses. Management maintained non-GAAP EPS guidance and raised the low end of gross margin guidance while trimming lower-return advertising; however, near-term volume headwinds and litigation uncertainty remain material risks.View all SAM earnings summariesSAM Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$204.92
▲(13.75% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
4.45% Insiders
23.93% Mutual Funds
1.64% Other Institutional Investors
38.05% Public Companies and
Individual Investors