John Wiley & Sons (WLY) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WLY - John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Class A
$52.04
-0.24 (-0.46%)
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5d:
+1.07%
30d:
+10.68%
90d:
+6.81%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Dec 03, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: WLY shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: WLY shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$64.29
Based on 8.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$39.92
Trading above historical range
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 9.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WLY is currently trading at $52.04, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $47.59 to $51.31. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 11.0) compared to its historical average (9.0). At these levels, the market is pricing in 6.7% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WLY is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $48.34, while resistance sits at $53.81.
Market Sentiment: WLY scores 13/100 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. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (22th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $68.00 (+30.7%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WLY is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $48.34, while resistance sits at $53.81.
Market Sentiment: WLY scores 13/100 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. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (22th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $68.00 (+30.7%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$47.59 -
$51.31
Company Quality Score
36/100
(SELL)
Options IV Signal
22th percentile
(LOW)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
42.3%
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- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 22th percentile)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (13/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 30.7% below Wall St target ($68.00)
- NEUTRAL: PE elevated vs history but 6.7% growth expectation is conservative given 108% recent growth
- WARNING: Composite score 36/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$47.59 -
$51.31
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$3.27
(6.3%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$48.34
Resistance Level
$53.82
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.96
Wall Street Target
$68.00
(+30.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-2.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
108.4%
Profit Margin
11.9%
Valuation Premium vs History
+6.7% premium
PE vs Historical
11.0 vs 9.0
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+6.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$55.53
(+7%)
2-Year Target
$59.25
(+14%)
3-Year Target
$63.22
(+22%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 11→9)
PE COMPRESSION
$51.93
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 13.1%)
$136.46
(+162%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 11.0, Growth: 13.1%)
$75.28
(+45%)
Bear:
(PE: 9.0, Growth: 13.1%)
$61.84
(+19%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (14x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (11x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 14.09 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.71
Bull Case
$73.63
(+42%)
Analyst growth 28.0%, PE expands to 15.5
Base Case
$66.94
(+29%)
Market implied 28.0%, PE stable at 14.1
Bear Case
$35.55
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 12.0
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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