WERN Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WERN - Werner Enterprises Inc
$38.88
0.84 (2.19%)
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5d:
+0.0%
30d:
-11.46%
90d:
-2.36%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 28, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: WERN trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -9.9% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: WERN trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -9.9% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$101.62
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$63.10
38.4% 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 23.9x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WERN is currently trading at $38.88, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $36.50 to $43.47. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 17.4) compared to its historical average (23.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 9.9% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WERN is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $39.50. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: WERN scores 82/100 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 $42.67 (+12.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WERN is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $39.50. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: WERN scores 82/100 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 $42.67 (+12.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$36.50 -
$43.47
Company Quality Score
68/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
81.0%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (82/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($42.67)
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 82/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$36.50 -
$43.47
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$35.61
Resistance Level
$39.50
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
17.42
Wall Street Target
$42.67
(+12.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
24.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-85.3%
Profit Margin
-1.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-9.9% cheaper
PE vs Historical
17.4 vs 23.9
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-9.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$34.28
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$30.88
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$27.83
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 17→24)
$38.17
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 103.6%)
$147.90
(+289%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 17.4, Growth: 103.6%)
$128.40
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 14.8, Growth: 103.6%)
$109.14
(+187%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 17.4 to 23.9
Stabilization Target:
$52.19
(+37.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+37.2%
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NEUTRAL
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