WERN Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WERN - Werner Enterprises Inc
$43.03
0.04 (0.09%)
▲
5d:
+5.16%
30d:
+25.12%
90d:
+24.65%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 3, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 28, 2026
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1 traders called WERN this week
100% bullish • 0 bearish
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Interactive Price Chart (1 Month)
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: WERN shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: WERN shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$94.35
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$58.59
26.6% 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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WERN is currently trading at $43.03, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $35.01 to $40.77. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 22.2) compared to its historical average (25.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 4.2% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 380.0% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WERN is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $43.42. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: WERN has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $37.36. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WERN is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $43.42. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: WERN has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $37.36. 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
$35.01 -
$40.77
Company Quality Score
51/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
47.6%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range (+5.5% above its trading range)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Trading 13.2% above Wall St target ($37.36)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$35.01 -
$40.77
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$37.97
Resistance Level
$43.42
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 3, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
22.20
Wall Street Target
$37.36
(-13.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
13.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
380.0%
Profit Margin
-0.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-4.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
22.2 vs 25.3
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-4.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$41.22
(-4%)
2-Year Target
$39.49
(-8%)
3-Year Target
$37.83
(-12%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 22→25)
$43.11
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.2, Growth: 105.8%)
$145.23
(+238%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 21.9, Growth: 105.8%)
$143.32
(+233%)
Bear:
(PE: 18.6, Growth: 105.8%)
$121.82
(+183%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 22.2 to 25.3
Stabilization Target:
$49.03
(+14.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+14.0%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
2
Sells
Net
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