WBS
Webster Financial Corporation Waterbury
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WBS Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$77.57
-0.40 (-0.51%)
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5d:
-1.9%
30d:
+1.97%
90d:
+8.17%
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
WAIT
LOW Confidence (64%)
Quality Score
48/100
Position
FAIR
Forward P/E & Valuation
10.8x
FAIR
vs 9.8x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$76.18
-1.8% vs target
Options IV & Volume
UNKNOWN Vol
UNKNOWN volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$77.35 / $79.74
Trend: Strong Uptrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
Forward Earnings Fair Value & Price Prediction →
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: WBS is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 3.4% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$100.76
Based on 7.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$62.57
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 9.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WBS is currently trading at $77.57, which is considered fair based on recent price action. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 10.8) compared to its historical average (9.8). At these levels, the market is pricing in 3.4% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WBS is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $77.35. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 47/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WBS is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $77.35. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 47/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Company Quality Score
48/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
UNKNOWN
Confidence Score
63.8%
Trading Range & Key Levels
Support Level
$77.35
Resistance Level
$79.74
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 19, 2026
Quantitative Signal Breakdown
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (47/100)
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($76.18)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 3.4% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- WARNING: Composite score 48/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.82
Wall Street Target
$76.18
(-1.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
5.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
2.8%
Profit Margin
36.8%
Valuation Premium vs History
+3.4% premium
PE vs Historical
10.8 vs 9.8
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+3.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$80.21
(+3%)
2-Year Target
$82.93
(+7%)
3-Year Target
$85.75
(+11%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 11â10)
PE COMPRESSION
$77.70
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 11.0%)
$196.72
(+154%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 10.8, Growth: 11.0%)
$106.02
(+37%)
Bear:
(PE: 9.2, Growth: 11.0%)
$90.12
(+16%)
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Bullish
2 Retail Mentions
Reddit / WSB Comments
1
Bearish
StockTwits Volume
1 msgs
24h retail stream
Last Tracked
Nov 5, 2026
Daily AI digest
AI Retail Discussion Summary:
A bullish StockTwits message expresses optimism about Comcast's ($CMCSA) upcoming split and potential acquisition of Netflix ($NFLX), while a mid-cap stock analysis article discusses Webster Financial ($WBS) with concerns over weak sales growth and profitability.
Key Retail Themes:
Comcast's business split and potential acquisition of Netflix
Webster Financial's weak sales growth and profitability
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Last updated: November 11, 2026 9:18 AM ET
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