WLDN
Willdan Group, Inc.
SERVICES-ENGINEERING SERVICES
Willdan Group (WLDN) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$69.15
+1.97 (+2.93%)
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5d:
-6.81%
30d:
-6.72%
90d:
-18.38%
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
WAIT
LOW Confidence (57%)
Quality Score
42/100
Position
OVERSOLD
30-Day Fair Range
$70.22 – $75.09
Position: OVERSOLD
Forward P/E & Valuation
12.1x
CHEAP
vs 17.9x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$117.50
+69.9% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$61.51 / $78.24
Trend: Downtrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$144.33
Based on 7.2% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$89.62
22.8% 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 17.9x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WLDN is currently trading at $69.15, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $70.22 to $75.09. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 12.1) compared to its historical average (17.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 12.2% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WLDN is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $61.51, while resistance sits at $78.24.
Market Sentiment: WLDN 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 $117.50 (+69.9%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WLDN is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $61.51, while resistance sits at $78.24.
Market Sentiment: WLDN 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 $117.50 (+69.9%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$70.22 -
$75.09
Company Quality Score
42/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$70.22 -
$75.09
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support Level
$61.51
Resistance Level
$78.24
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Nov 11, 2026
Quantitative Signal Breakdown
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (38/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 69.9% below Wall St target ($117.50)
- WARNING: Composite score 42/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
12.10
Wall Street Target
$117.50
(+69.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
17.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-15.6%
Profit Margin
8.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-12.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
12.1 vs 17.9
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-12.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$62.24
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$56.01
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$50.41
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 12→18)
$74.58
(+8%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 10.3%)
$152.42
(+120%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 12.1, Growth: 10.3%)
$92.86
(+34%)
Bear:
(PE: 10.3, Growth: 10.3%)
$78.94
(+14%)
📈
Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (16x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (12x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 16.31 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.12
Bull Case
$102.51
(+48%)
Analyst growth 38.7%, PE expands to 17.9
Base Case
$93.19
(+35%)
Market implied 38.7%, PE stable at 16.3
Bear Case
$45.68
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 13.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
💡
Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 12.1 to 17.9
Stabilization Target:
$102.30
(+47.9%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+47.9%
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Bearish
2 Retail Mentions
Reddit / WSB Comments
1
Bullish
StockTwits Volume
1 msgs
24h retail stream
Last Tracked
Aug 17, 2026
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AI Retail Discussion Summary:
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Key Retail Themes:
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