W.R. Berkley (WRB) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WRB - W.R. Berkley Corporation
$75.55
1.21 (1.63%)
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5d:
+2.14%
30d:
+11.64%
90d:
+0.12%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 19, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: WRB shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: WRB 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
$73.96
Based on 1.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$45.92
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 14.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WRB is currently trading at $75.55, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $68.17 to $73.36. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 15.5) is in line with its historical norms (14.4). At these levels, the market is pricing in 2.4% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WRB is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $75.88. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: WRB scores 36/100 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. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WRB is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $75.88. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: WRB scores 36/100 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. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$68.17 -
$73.36
Company Quality Score
48/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
24.8%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (36/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Trading above Wall St target ($69.24)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 2.4% growth with -0.8% revenue growth
- WARNING: Composite score 48/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$68.17 -
$73.36
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$71.68
Resistance Level
$75.88
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 22, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.52
Wall Street Target
$69.24
(-8.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-0.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-10.9%
Profit Margin
12.5%
Valuation Premium vs History
+2.4% premium
PE vs Historical
15.5 vs 14.4
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+2.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$77.36
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$79.22
(+5%)
3-Year Target
$81.12
(+7%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 16→14)
PE COMPRESSION
$75.26
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: -1.8%)
$91.60
(+21%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.5, Growth: -1.8%)
$71.59
(-5%)
Bear:
(PE: 13.2, Growth: -1.8%)
$60.85
(-20%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (16x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (16x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 15.72 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.73
Bull Case
$84.15
(+11%)
Analyst growth 2.9%, PE expands to 17.3
Base Case
$76.50
(+1%)
Market implied 2.9%, PE stable at 15.7
Bear Case
$50.55
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 13.4
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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