Willdan Group (WLDN) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WLDN - Willdan Group, Inc.
$82.20
0.27 (0.33%)
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5d:
-5.59%
30d:
-3.21%
90d:
-15.68%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: WLDN is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -7.0% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: WLDN is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -7.0% 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
$133.26
Based on 5.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$82.75
0.7% 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 18.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WLDN is currently trading at $82.20, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $80.45 to $87.91. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 15.2) compared to its historical average (18.8). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 7.0% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 53.4% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WLDN is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $81.32. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: WLDN scores 34/100 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 $137.50 (+67.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WLDN is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $81.32. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: WLDN scores 34/100 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 $137.50 (+67.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$80.45 -
$87.91
Company Quality Score
45/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (34/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 67.3% below Wall St target ($137.50)
- WARNING: Composite score 45/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$80.45 -
$87.91
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$81.32
Resistance Level
$89.33
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.15
Wall Street Target
$137.50
(+67.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
33.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
53.4%
Profit Margin
8.8%
Valuation Discount vs History
-7.0% cheaper
PE vs Historical
15.2 vs 18.8
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-7.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$76.45
(-7%)
2-Year Target
$71.09
(-14%)
3-Year Target
$66.12
(-20%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15â19)
$82.04
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 7.0%)
$134.05
(+63%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.2, Growth: 7.0%)
$100.70
(+23%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.9, Growth: 7.0%)
$85.60
(+4%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (19x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 19.37 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.23
Bull Case
$115.58
(+41%)
Analyst growth 28.3%, PE expands to 21.3
Base Case
$105.08
(+28%)
Market implied 28.3%, PE stable at 19.4
Bear Case
$55.71
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 16.5
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 15.2 to 18.8
Stabilization Target:
$101.99
(+24.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+24.1%
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