WEC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WEC - WEC Energy Group, Inc.
$106.01
-2.50 (-2.30%)
▼
5d:
-4.08%
30d:
-7.59%
90d:
-5.44%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 29, 2026
0d
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Signal fired Aug 12, 2026 at $109.11 · last confirmed Aug 20, 2026
Strength: 5.7/10
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: WEC shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 2.5% decline. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: WEC shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 2.5% decline. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$150.62
Based on 5.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$93.52
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 19.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WEC is currently trading at $106.01, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $108.13 to $113.79. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 17.6) is in line with its historical norms (19.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.5% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 19.7% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WEC is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $105.48. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: WEC scores 60/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $121.79 (+14.9%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WEC is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $105.48. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: WEC scores 60/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $121.79 (+14.9%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$108.13 -
$113.79
Company Quality Score
60/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
88.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($121.79)
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 60/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$108.13 -
$113.79
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$105.48
Resistance Level
$111.89
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
17.64
Wall Street Target
$121.79
(+14.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
2.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
19.7%
Profit Margin
16.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
17.6 vs 19.0
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$103.36
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$100.78
(-5%)
3-Year Target
$98.26
(-7%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 18→19)
$105.84
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 7.4%)
$149.32
(+41%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 17.6, Growth: 7.4%)
$131.23
(+24%)
Bear:
(PE: 15.0, Growth: 7.4%)
$111.55
(+5%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (21x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (18x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 21.07 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.15
Bull Case
$139.30
(+31%)
Analyst growth 16.7%, PE expands to 23.2
Base Case
$126.63
(+20%)
Market implied 16.7%, PE stable at 21.1
Bear Case
$73.79
(-30%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 17.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
💡
Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 17.6 to 19.0
Stabilization Target:
$114.19
(+7.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+7.7%
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Last updated: August 22, 2026 7:08 PM ET
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Sells
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