WDFC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WDFC - Wd-40 Co
$251.43
-13.48 (-5.09%)
▼
5d:
+2.02%
30d:
+13.01%
90d:
+17.49%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 09, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: WDFC is fairly valued with market pricing in 3.9% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
📊 HOLD: WDFC is fairly valued with market pricing in 3.9% 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
$213.89
Based on 5.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$132.81
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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WDFC is currently trading at $251.43, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $210.60 to $247.19. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 38.0) compared to its historical average (34.0). At these levels, the market is pricing in 3.9% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WDFC is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $214.61. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 5.1% recently.
Market Sentiment: WDFC has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WDFC is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $214.61. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 5.1% recently.
Market Sentiment: WDFC has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. 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
$210.60 -
$247.19
Company Quality Score
62/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
53.3%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-5.1%)
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($271.67)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 3.9% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$210.60 -
$247.19
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$192.88
Resistance Level
$214.61
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
38.04
Wall Street Target
$271.67
(+8.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
24.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
45.5%
Profit Margin
13.2%
Valuation Premium vs History
+3.9% premium
PE vs Historical
38.0 vs 34.0
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+3.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$261.24
(+4%)
2-Year Target
$271.42
(+8%)
3-Year Target
$282.01
(+12%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 38→34)
PE COMPRESSION
$252.07
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 38.0, Growth: 6.6%)
$304.20
(+21%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 21.8, Growth: 6.6%)
$174.18
(-31%)
Bear:
(PE: 18.5, Growth: 6.6%)
$148.05
(-41%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (40x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (38x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 40.32 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.57
Bull Case
$293.18
(+17%)
Analyst growth 0.6%, PE expands to 44.4
Base Case
$266.52
(+6%)
Market implied 0.6%, PE stable at 40.3
Bear Case
$180.14
(-28%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 34.3
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
1
Buys
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Sells
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Net
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BUY
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