Werner Enterprises (WERN) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WERN - Werner Enterprises Inc
$29.18
-0.70 (-2.34%)
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5d:
-12.61%
30d:
-15.2%
90d:
-31.21%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 27, 2026
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Bottom Line:
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: WERN is down 12.6% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: WERN is down 12.6% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$90.77
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$56.36
48.2% Margin of Safety
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 22.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WERN is currently trading at $29.18, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $32.35 to $36.15. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 14.0) compared to its historical average (22.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 14.4% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WERN is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $29.14. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 49/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $39.07 (+33.9%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WERN is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $29.14. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 49/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $39.07 (+33.9%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$32.35 -
$36.15
Company Quality Score
46/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (49/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 33.9% below Wall St target ($39.07)
- WARNING: Composite score 46/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$32.35 -
$36.15
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$29.14
Resistance Level
$33.72
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 22, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
13.96
Wall Street Target
$39.07
(+33.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
24.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-85.3%
Profit Margin
-1.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-14.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
14.0 vs 22.3
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-14.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$26.26
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$23.64
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$21.27
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 14→22)
$33.98
(+17%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 159.9%)
$140.11
(+380%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.0, Growth: 159.9%)
$98.48
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.9, Growth: 159.9%)
$83.71
(+187%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 14.0 to 22.3
Stabilization Target:
$46.61
(+59.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+59.7%
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Last updated: October 22, 2026 11:33 PM ET
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