Cactus (WHD) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WHD - Cactus, Inc.
$63.15
2.77 (4.59%)
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5d:
+2.33%
30d:
-3.14%
90d:
+17.18%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 28, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: WHD is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 1.5% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: WHD is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 1.5% 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
$110.23
Based on 13.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$68.44
7.7% 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 16.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WHD is currently trading at $63.15, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $62.05 to $66.37. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 17.4) is in line with its historical norms (16.6). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.5% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WHD is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $64.84. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.6% recently.
Market Sentiment: WHD scores 64/100 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 $71.56 (+13.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WHD is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $64.84. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.6% recently.
Market Sentiment: WHD scores 64/100 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 $71.56 (+13.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$62.05 -
$66.37
Company Quality Score
49/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
86.7%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (64/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+4.6%)
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($71.56)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 1.5% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- WARNING: Composite score 49/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$62.05 -
$66.37
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$59.57
Resistance Level
$64.84
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 23, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
17.35
Wall Street Target
$71.56
(+13.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
64.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
18.9%
Profit Margin
12.0%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.5% premium
PE vs Historical
17.4 vs 16.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$64.10
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$65.06
(+3%)
3-Year Target
$66.03
(+5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 17â17)
PE COMPRESSION
$63.19
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 21.9%)
$130.95
(+107%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 17.3, Growth: 21.9%)
$114.37
(+81%)
Bear:
(PE: 14.7, Growth: 21.9%)
$97.22
(+54%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (54x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (17x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 53.91 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.12
Bull Case
$132.84
(+110%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 59.3
Base Case
$120.76
(+91%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 53.9
Bear Case
$41.06
(-35%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 45.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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