Wingstop (WING) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WING - Wingstop Inc
$120.26
0.30 (0.25%)
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5d:
-8.22%
30d:
+22.86%
90d:
-11.05%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 28, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: WING is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -12.3% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: WING is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -12.3% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. 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
$234.88
Based on 12.2% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$145.84
17.5% 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: WING is currently trading at $120.25, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $101.30 to $123.91. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 22.6) compared to its historical average (33.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 12.3% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 19.8% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WING is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $115.36, while resistance sits at $136.32.
Market Sentiment: WING scores 35/100 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 $190.77 (+59.0%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WING is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $115.36, while resistance sits at $136.32.
Market Sentiment: WING scores 35/100 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 $190.77 (+59.0%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$101.30 -
$123.91
Company Quality Score
41/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
42.9%
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- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (35/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 59.0% below Wall St target ($190.77)
- WARNING: Composite score 41/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$101.30 -
$123.91
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$115.37
Resistance Level
$136.32
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
22.55
Wall Street Target
$190.77
(+59.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
6.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
19.8%
Profit Margin
16.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-12.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
22.6 vs 33.4
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-12.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$107.96
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$97.16
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$87.44
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 23â33)
$129.52
(+8%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.6, Growth: 20.4%)
$209.30
(+75%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 20.4%)
$184.33
(+54%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.9, Growth: 20.4%)
$156.68
(+31%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (31x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (23x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 30.88 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.22
Bull Case
$180.68
(+51%)
Analyst growth 26.0%, PE expands to 34.0
Base Case
$164.25
(+37%)
Market implied 26.0%, PE stable at 30.9
Bear Case
$88.61
(-26%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 26.3
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 22.6 to 33.4
Stabilization Target:
$177.66
(+48.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+48.1%
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