WDAY Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WDAY - Workday, Inc. Class A Common Stock
$193.57
2.82 (1.48%)
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5d:
-1.9%
30d:
+15.21%
90d:
+48.89%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 27, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 27, 2026
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Smart Money Distribution
Options positioning is turning defensive after a sharp run-up - a pattern consistent with institutional profit-taking. View Scanner →
Signal fired Aug 7, 2026 at $179.64 · last confirmed Aug 25, 2026
Strength: 8.2/10
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: WDAY is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 5.9% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: WDAY is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 5.9% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$271.52
Based on 10.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$168.59
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 15.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WDAY is currently trading at $193.57, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $151.22 to $196.08. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 18.1) compared to its historical average (15.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 5.9% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WDAY is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $188.05. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: WDAY scores 15/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WDAY is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $188.05. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: WDAY scores 15/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$151.22 -
$196.08
Company Quality Score
35/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
38.1%
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- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (15/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($187.55)
- NEUTRAL: PE elevated vs history but 5.9% growth expectation is conservative given 248% recent growth
- WARNING: Composite score 35/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$151.22 -
$196.08
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$188.05
Resistance Level
$208.00
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 27, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
18.05
Wall Street Target
$187.55
(-3.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
13.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
248.0%
Profit Margin
8.6%
Valuation Premium vs History
+5.9% premium
PE vs Historical
18.1 vs 15.2
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+5.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$204.99
(+6%)
2-Year Target
$217.09
(+12%)
3-Year Target
$229.89
(+19%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 18â15)
PE COMPRESSION
$193.59
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 17.7%)
$351.02
(+81%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 18.1, Growth: 17.7%)
$315.70
(+63%)
Bear:
(PE: 15.2, Growth: 17.7%)
$265.84
(+37%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (18x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (18x PE) as earnings recover.
Forward PE: 18.32 | Forward EPS (Implied): $10.57
Bull Case
$233.74
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 19.2
Base Case
$193.57
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 18.3
Bear Case
$148.08
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 16.5
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: August 27, 2026 9:18 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
2
Buys
13
Sells
Net
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