Kelly Bania

Q: What is Kelly Bania's success rate?

Kelly Bania currently has a success rate of 80.9068315814293.

Q: What is the average return of Kelly Bania's calls?

Their stock ratings have generated an average return of 16.64553913545435.

BMO Capital | Consumer Defensive

Kelly Bania is an analyst from BMO Capital specializing in the Consumer Defensive sector. Ranked #1916 out of 4742 analysts, they have issued 17 stock ratings with a success rate of 80.91% and an average return of 16.65%.

With 17 ratings to date, Kelly Bania is beginning to establish credibility in the Consumer Defensive sector. They have achieved a success rate of 80.91% and an average return of 16.65%, highlighting promising potential as their track record develops further.

#1916

Out of 4742

Total Ratings

+80.91%

Success Rate

+16.65%

Average Return

Recent Ratings Analysis

ACI

Hold

Jul 24, 2026

Target

$12.00

Current

$11.44

Performance

—

Kelly Bania rated ACI as Market Perform on Jul 24, 2026, setting a price target of 12. The Hold stance appears justified, as shares hovered around 11.44 with a % move.

CASY

Buy

Jun 29, 2026

Target

$950.00

Current

$875.25

Performance

12.18%

On Jun 29, 2026, CASY was given a Outperform rating by Kelly Bania, with a target price of 950. The stock rallied 12.18% after the rating, narrowing the gap to the target of 950 and validating the bullish stance.

DG

Hold

Jun 03, 2026

Target

$120.00

Current

$115.15

Performance

9.57%

DG received a Market Perform rating from Kelly Bania on Jun 03, 2026, aiming for 120. Investors saw gains of 9.57% that the cautious stance didn’t fully capture.

YSWY

Buy

May 18, 2026

Target

$30.00

Current

$19.78

Performance

-21.76%

On May 18, 2026, Kelly Bania published a Outperform outlook on YSWY, with a target of 30. Market action contradicted the Buy thesis, as shares slipped to 19.78.

UNFI

Buy

Mar 11, 2026

Target

$52.00

Current

$48.59

Performance

19.21%

Kelly Bania on Mar 11, 2026 assigned UNFI a Outperform rating, with a price target of 52. The Buy call aligned well with market performance, producing a gain of 19.21%.

COST

Buy

Mar 06, 2026

Target

$1.32

Current

$926.06

Performance

-7.22%

On Mar 06, 2026, Kelly Bania reaffirmed COST with a Outperform rating, targeting 1.32. Shares slid 7.22% despite the recommendation, highlighting downside risks.

TGT

Hold

Mar 04, 2026

Target

$130.00

Current

$134.47

Performance

—

TGT was rated Market Perform by Kelly Bania on Mar 04, 2026, with a price objective of 130. Flat performance suggests the Hold view was reasonable.

USFD

Buy

Feb 13, 2026

Target

$115.00

Current

$95.58

Performance

-4.35%

On Feb 13, 2026, Kelly Bania initiated coverage on USFD with a Outperform rating and target of 115. Neutral price movement of -4.35% leaves room for interpretation.

DLTR

Sell

Feb 13, 2026

Target

$110.00

Current

$117.65

Performance

-6.67%

Kelly Bania issued a Underperform recommendation for DLTR on Feb 13, 2026, price target set at 110. The Sell call exposed risks of betting against momentum, as the stock rallied -6.67%.

WMT

Buy

Nov 21, 2025

Target

$125.00

Current

$108.40

Performance

2.92%

On Nov 21, 2025, WMT was evaluated by Kelly Bania, who gave a Outperform rating and target of 125. So far, the Buy call awaits clearer momentum, with shares flat at 108.4.

SFM

Hold

Oct 22, 2025

Target

$120.00

Current

$73.49

Performance

-32.02%

Kelly Bania rated SFM as Market Perform on Oct 22, 2025, setting a price target of 120. The cautious Hold call aligned with subsequent weakness, as shares slipped 32.02%.

SPTN

Hold

Jun 24, 2025

Target

$26.90

Current

$26.90

Performance

1.70%

On Jun 24, 2025, SPTN was given a Market Perform rating by Kelly Bania, with a target price of 26.9. Market indecision, reflected in sideways trading near 26.9, supported the cautious call.

CHEF

Buy

Feb 13, 2025

Target

$73.00

Current

$94.48

Performance

49.54%

CHEF received a Outperform rating from Kelly Bania on Feb 13, 2025, aiming for 73. Momentum has favored the Buy call, with shares climbing from 94.48 to 94.48, rewarding those who trusted the recommendation.

KR

Hold

Dec 12, 2024

Target

$63.00

Current

$55.76

Performance

-11.91%

On Dec 12, 2024, Kelly Bania published a Market Perform outlook on KR, with a target of 63. Weakness in the stock, now at 55.76, supported the conservative rating.

PFGC

Buy

Aug 15, 2024

Target

$87.00

Current

$110.31

Performance

50.86%

Kelly Bania on Aug 15, 2024 assigned PFGC a Outperform rating, with a price target of 87. The Buy call aligned well with market performance, producing a gain of 50.86%.

ARKO

Hold

May 09, 2024

Target

$6.00

Current

$7.98

Performance

53.76%

On May 09, 2024, Kelly Bania reaffirmed ARKO with a Market Perform rating, targeting 6. Market strength beyond 7.98 went further than the conservative outlook suggested.

Frequency Asked Questions

Who is Kelly Bania?

Kelly Bania is an analyst from BMO Capital specializing in the Consumer Defensive sector.

What is Kelly Bania's success rate?

Kelly Bania currently has a success rate of +80.91%.

How many ratings has Kelly Bania issued?

Kelly Bania has issued 17 stock ratings so far.

What is the average return of Kelly Bania's calls?

Their stock ratings have generated an average return of +16.65%.

What is Kelly Bania's ranking?

Kelly Bania is ranked #1916 out of 4742 analysts.

What types of ratings does Kelly Bania give?

Their ratings include Buy, Hold, and Sell recommendations, depending on the stock’s outlook.

How can I follow Kelly Bania?

You can follow Kelly Bania by clicking the "Follow Analyst" button on this page to receive updates on their stock calls.

What is the most recent rating by Kelly Bania?

Their latest rating was a Hold on ACI issued on 2026-07-24.