WFRD Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WFRD - Weatherford International plc Ordinary Shares
$80.14
-5.35 (-6.26%)
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5d:
+6.85%
30d:
-5.34%
90d:
-9.64%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 20, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: WFRD shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: WFRD 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
$174.98
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$108.65
26.2% 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 13.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WFRD is currently trading at $80.14, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $77.14 to $83.74. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 13.1) is in line with its historical norms (13.8). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.6% 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 $72.40, while resistance sits at $86.42. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 6.3% recently.
Market Sentiment: WFRD scores 38/100 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 $113.25 (+32.5%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WFRD is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $72.40, while resistance sits at $86.42. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 6.3% recently.
Market Sentiment: WFRD scores 38/100 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 $113.25 (+32.5%). 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
$77.14 -
$83.74
Company Quality Score
60/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
23.8%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (38/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-6.3%)
- BULLISH: Trading 32.5% below Wall St target ($113.25)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$77.14 -
$83.74
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$72.40
Resistance Level
$86.42
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
13.13
Wall Street Target
$113.25
(+32.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-8.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-71.0%
Profit Margin
7.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical
13.1 vs 13.8
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$84.12
(-2%)
2-Year Target
$82.78
(-3%)
3-Year Target
$81.45
(-5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 13→14)
$85.61
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 28.9%)
$277.21
(+224%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 13.1, Growth: 28.9%)
$183.26
(+114%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.2, Growth: 28.9%)
$155.77
(+82%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (15x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (13x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 15.44 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.14
Bull Case
$110.56
(+29%)
Analyst growth 26.7%, PE expands to 17.0
Base Case
$100.51
(+18%)
Market implied 26.7%, PE stable at 15.4
Bear Case
$53.95
(-37%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 13.1
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 13.1 to 13.8
Stabilization Target:
$89.86
(+5.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+5.1%
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Last updated: October 22, 2026 10:08 AM ET
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