LWAYConsumer Defensive · Packaged FoodsThe 2 Wall Street analysts covering Lifeway Foods, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $35 — +33.6% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 40 of 100 as at 13 Aug 2026 — in the lower half.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Lifeway Foods, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested
Growth (84): Sales and profits are climbing, and climbing faster than before.
Accruals (20): A large share of reported profit has not shown up as cash, or the balance sheet is expanding quickly — both tend to unwind.
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The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on LWAY, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +33.6% from it.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 May 2026 | Freedom Broker | Downgrade | Hold | $34 |
| 28 Apr 2026 | Freedom Broker | Initiates | Buy | — |
| 13 Nov 2025 | Benchmark | Initiates | Buy | — |
| 13 Aug 2025 | Lake Street | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 24 Sept 2024 | Noble Capital Markets | Downgrade | Market Perform | — |
| 3 Sept 2024 | Noble Capital Markets | Maintains | Outperform | — |
| 15 May 2024 | Lake Street | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 5 Apr 2024 | Lake Street | Initiates | Buy | — |
| 27 Mar 2024 | Noble Capital Markets | Downgrade | Market Perform | — |
| 26 Feb 2024 | Noble Capital Markets | Upgrade | Outperform | — |
| 27 Nov 2023 | Noble Capital Markets | Downgrade | Market Perform | — |
| 14 Nov 2023 | Noble Capital Markets | Upgrade | Outperform | — |
| 25 Sept 2023 | Noble Capital Markets | Downgrade | Market Perform | — |
| 24 Aug 2023 | Noble Capital Markets | Maintains | Outperform | — |
| 16 Sept 2016 | DA Davidson | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 11 Dec 2015 | DA Davidson | Initiates | Buy | — |
| 18 Mar 2015 | Imperial Capital | Upgrade | Outperform | — |
| 20 Nov 2014 | Imperial Capital | Maintains | In-Line | — |
| 23 Oct 2013 | Imperial Capital | Initiates | In-Line | — |
| 9 Apr 2013 | Taglich Brothers | Maintains | Speculative Buy | — |
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.
Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. LWAY appears on the weeks it earns a place.
Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.
A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.
Cheaper than 21% of US stocks
Cheaper than 59% of US stocks
Cheaper than 25% of US stocks
Cheaper than 17% of US stocks
Higher than 74% of US stocks
Higher than 2% of US stocks
Higher than 32% of US stocks
Higher than 47% of US stocks
Higher than 58% of US stocks
Higher than 71% of US stocks
Higher than 89% of US stocks
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A Benzinga piece highlights the most oversold stocks in the consumer staples sector, framing them as an opportunity to buy into undervalued companies this quarter. The article identifies risk-off stocks that may see a rise.
Why it matters — As a consumer staples company, Lifeway Foods could be viewed in the context of this wider sector analysis of oversold, undervalued names.
Lifeway Foods reported record second-quarter net sales of $66.9 million, up 24.1% from the prior-year period, driven by higher volumes of its flagship kefir products and high-protein Farmer Cheese.
Why it matters — The record sales growth in core product lines indicates strengthening demand for Lifeway's kefir and high-protein offerings.
Lifeway Foods reported record quarterly net sales of $66.9 million for the second quarter of 2026, a 24.1% increase year-over-year, marking its 27th consecutive quarter of year-over-year net sales growth. First-half 2026 net sales reached $129.9 million, up 29.9%.
Why it matters — LWAY watchers would note the company's sustained growth trajectory, with another record quarter and nearly three dozen consecutive quarters of rising sales.
Seeking Alpha downgraded Lifeway Foods to a soft "sell," citing stretched valuation despite rapid revenue and profitability growth driven by expansion initiatives and increased branded kefir volumes. The stock has outperformed the S&P 500, but now trades at the highest multiples among comparable firms, even on 2027 forward estimates.
Why it matters — A LWAY watcher would care because the analysis signals that the stock may underperform going forward despite strong underlying fundamentals and facility upgrades.
Lifeway Foods announced it will release its second quarter 2026 financial results on August 13, 2026, before market open. The results cover the period ending June 30, 2026.
Why it matters — Shareholders and analysts will receive an update on the company's financial performance for the most recent quarter.
The 2 Wall Street analysts covering Lifeway Foods, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $35, with estimates ranging from $34 to $35. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 2 analysts covering Lifeway Foods, Inc., 1 rate it a Buy, 1 a Hold and 0 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Lifeway Foods, Inc. 40 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 13 Aug 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.
As at 13 Aug 2026, Lifeway Foods, Inc. ranks 40 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Growth (84 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 2 analysts implies +33.6% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Lifeway Foods, Inc. 40 out of 100 as at 13 Aug 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering Lifeway Foods, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for LWAY are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $34 to $35 over the next 12 months.
Lifeway Foods, Inc. returned -13.9% over the 12 months to 14 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Lifeway Foods Inc. is a leading provider of probiotic and fermented products, specializing in kefir-based beverages, which contribute to digestive and overall health.
The most recent item we track (Benzinga, 14 Aug 2026): "Top 3 Risk Off Stocks That May Explode This Quarter". A Benzinga piece highlights the most oversold stocks in the consumer staples sector, framing them as an opportunity to buy into undervalued companies this quarter. The article identifies risk-off stocks that may see a rise.
Lifeway Foods Inc. is a leading provider of probiotic and fermented products, specializing in kefir-based beverages, which contribute to digestive and overall health. The company's primary mission is to provide high-quality, nutritious food that promotes a healthy lifestyle, with its signature product, kefir, being a fermented milk drink that offers a high probiotic count beneficial for gut health. Lifeway Foods serves the food and beverage industry, impacting the dairy segment with its diverse product line, which includes drinkable kefir, organic options, and plant-based varieties. These offerings cater to a health-conscious consumer base seeking organic, gluten-free, and non-GMO products. Founded in 1986 and based in Illinois, Lifeway Foods has significantly influenced the health food market by expanding awareness and accessibility of probiotic-rich foods amidst the growing demand for functional nutrition. It plays a crucial role in the food industry by pioneering in natural and wellness-oriented products, aligning with the rising consumer focus on healthy eating and well-being.
CEO Ms. Julie Smolyansky · 293 employees · United States · https://lifewaykefir.com