Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Holdings, Inc. (OLLI) Among RBC’s Top Retail Picks For 2026

Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:OLLI) is among the consumer defensive stocks to buy according to analysts. On December 12, RBC outlined its “Top Retail Stocks for 2026,” naming Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:OLLI) as one of its preferred stocks. According to the firm, the company is poised to greatly benefit from next year’s anticipated economic conditions, including low-income consumer pressure and retail media/AI driving industry consolidation.

Looking ahead to 2026, RBC expects Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Holdings, Inc. to expand its footprint with roughly 75 new stores, drive healthy gross margin improvement through a better supply chain, and benefit from cycling past expenses.

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Separately, on December 11, Citi trimmed the price target on Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Holdings, Inc. to $141 from $150, while maintaining a ‘Buy’ rating, following the earnings report. On the other hand,  Craig-Hallum lifted the price target on the company to $157.00 from $156.00 and kept a ‘Buy’ rating on December 10. The firm highlighted the company’s robust third-quarter results and raised full-year guidance.

Overall, Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Holdings, Inc. has a ‘Buy’ or equivalent rating from 63% of analysts covering the stock, with the remaining recommending holding the stock, as of December 12. With a median price target of $141, the stock has 23.78% upside.

Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Holdings, Inc. is a Pennsylvania-based retailer of closeout merchandise and excess inventory. Incorporated in 1982, the company has a mission to “sell Good Stuff Cheap.”

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