Washington Trust Bancorp (WASH) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WASH - Washington Trust Bancorp Inc
$39.31
0.84 (2.17%)
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5d:
+6.03%
30d:
+2.79%
90d:
+2.38%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 19, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: WASH is fairly valued with market pricing in 2.6% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
📊 HOLD: WASH is fairly valued with market pricing in 2.6% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$49.35
Based on 6.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$30.64
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 10.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WASH is currently trading at $39.30, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $37.27 to $39.17. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 10.8) is in line with its historical norms (10.0). At these levels, the market is pricing in 2.6% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WASH is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $39.28. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 59/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WASH is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $39.28. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 59/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$37.27 -
$39.17
Company Quality Score
63/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
47.1%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (59/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($37.67)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 2.6% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- NEUTRAL: Bottoming setup forming (59/100) — watch for confirmation
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$37.27 -
$39.17
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$36.32
Resistance Level
$39.28
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 22, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.82
Wall Street Target
$37.67
(-2.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
9.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
22.1%
Profit Margin
25.1%
Valuation Premium vs History
+2.6% premium
PE vs Historical
10.8 vs 10.0
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+2.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$39.47
(+3%)
2-Year Target
$40.50
(+5%)
3-Year Target
$41.55
(+8%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 11→10)
PE COMPRESSION
$38.39
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 9.6%)
$92.98
(+142%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 10.8, Growth: 9.6%)
$50.67
(+32%)
Bear:
(PE: 9.2, Growth: 9.6%)
$43.07
(+12%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (13x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (11x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 13.23 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.88
Bull Case
$51.74
(+35%)
Analyst growth 23.4%, PE expands to 14.6
Base Case
$47.04
(+22%)
Market implied 23.4%, PE stable at 13.2
Bear Case
$25.91
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 11.3
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Last updated: October 22, 2026 3:30 PM ET
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