Wingstop (WING) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WING - Wingstop Inc
$117.10
6.58 (5.95%)
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5d:
+6.18%
30d:
+4.48%
90d:
-23.9%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 03, 2026
Smart Money Distribution
Options positioning is turning defensive after a sharp run-up - a pattern consistent with institutional profit-taking. View Scanner →
Signal fired Sep 8, 2026 at $110.02 · last confirmed Sep 8, 2026
Strength: 4.7/10
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: WING is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -14.7% 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 -14.7% 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
$237.72
Based on 12.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$147.61
20.7% 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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WING is currently trading at $117.10, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $109.83 to $120.23. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 21.8) compared to its historical average (35.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 14.7% 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. The price is approaching resistance at $119.83. 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 6.0% recently.
Market Sentiment: WING scores 72/100 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 $202.33 (+72.8%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WING is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $119.83. 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 6.0% recently.
Market Sentiment: WING scores 72/100 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 $202.33 (+72.8%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$109.83 -
$120.23
Company Quality Score
51/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
88.1%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (72/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+6.0%)
- BULLISH: Trading 72.8% below Wall St target ($202.33)
- WARNING: Composite score 51/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$109.83 -
$120.23
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$105.88
Resistance Level
$119.83
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
21.84
Wall Street Target
$202.33
(+72.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
6.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
19.8%
Profit Margin
16.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-14.7% cheaper
PE vs Historical
21.8 vs 35.2
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-14.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$105.39
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$94.85
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$85.37
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 22â35)
$137.55
(+18%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 20.6%)
$205.21
(+75%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.2, Growth: 20.6%)
$189.48
(+62%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.1, Growth: 20.6%)
$161.06
(+38%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (26x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (22x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 26.13 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.23
Bull Case
$154.06
(+32%)
Analyst growth 26.7%, PE expands to 28.7
Base Case
$140.06
(+20%)
Market implied 26.7%, PE stable at 26.1
Bear Case
$75.15
(-36%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 22.2
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 21.8 to 35.2
Stabilization Target:
$188.69
(+61.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+61.1%
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