WFRD Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WFRD - Weatherford International plc Ordinary Shares
$90.51
-0.73 (-0.80%)
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5d:
-4.51%
30d:
+5.74%
90d:
-17.73%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 20, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: WFRD is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -3.3% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: WFRD is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -3.3% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$195.19
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$121.20
25.3% 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 14.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WFRD is currently trading at $90.51, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $83.24 to $92.28. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 12.8) is in line with its historical norms (14.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.3% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WFRD is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $87.65, while resistance sits at $95.71.
Market Sentiment: WFRD scores 15/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $117.08 (+29.4%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WFRD is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $87.65, while resistance sits at $95.71.
Market Sentiment: WFRD scores 15/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $117.08 (+29.4%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$83.24 -
$92.28
Company Quality Score
37/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
42.9%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (15/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 29.4% below Wall St target ($117.08)
- WARNING: Composite score 37/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$83.24 -
$92.28
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$87.65
Resistance Level
$95.71
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
12.82
Wall Street Target
$117.08
(+29.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-8.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-71.0%
Profit Margin
7.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
12.8 vs 14.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$87.52
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$84.63
(-7%)
3-Year Target
$81.84
(-10%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 13â14)
$90.64
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 29.6%)
$308.10
(+240%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 12.8, Growth: 29.6%)
$196.84
(+118%)
Bear:
(PE: 10.9, Growth: 29.6%)
$167.31
(+85%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (18x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (13x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 18.16 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.08
Bull Case
$141.02
(+56%)
Analyst growth 39.0%, PE expands to 20.0
Base Case
$128.20
(+42%)
Market implied 39.0%, PE stable at 18.2
Bear Case
$62.74
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 15.4
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 12.8 to 14.2
Stabilization Target:
$100.23
(+10.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+10.7%
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