WST
West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc.
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West Pharmaceutical Services (WST) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$414.44
+1.89 (+0.46%)
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5d:
+1.38%
30d:
+11.46%
90d:
+19.72%
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Updated Nov 11, 12:00 AM ET
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
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LOW Confidence (58%)
Quality Score
50/100
Position
EXTENDED
30-Day Fair Range
$374.88 – $408.02
Position: EXTENDED
Forward P/E & Valuation
39.7x
STRETCHED
vs 33.7x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$471.00
+14.2% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$386.88 / $438.27
Trend: Strong Uptrend
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
$362.40
Based on 6.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$225.02
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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WST is currently trading at $414.44, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $374.88 to $408.02. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 39.7) compared to its historical average (33.7). At these levels, the market is pricing in 5.6% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WST is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $386.88, while resistance sits at $438.27.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 44/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th 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 $471.00 (+14.2%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WST is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $386.88, while resistance sits at $438.27.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 44/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th 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 $471.00 (+14.2%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$374.88 -
$408.02
Company Quality Score
50/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.7%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$374.88 -
$408.02
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$14.55
(3.5%)
Support Level
$386.88
Resistance Level
$438.27
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Nov 11, 2026
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View Profit Protection PlanQuantitative Signal Breakdown
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (44/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($471.00)
- NEUTRAL: Trading at premium valuation - market expects 5.6% growth which is achievable
- WARNING: Composite score 50/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
39.69
Wall Street Target
$471.00
(+14.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
8.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
57.3%
Profit Margin
18.8%
Valuation Premium vs History
+5.6% premium
PE vs Historical
39.7 vs 33.7
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+5.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$435.65
(+6%)
2-Year Target
$460.05
(+12%)
3-Year Target
$485.81
(+18%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 40→34)
PE COMPRESSION
$412.46
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 39.7, Growth: 9.8%)
$546.85
(+33%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 9.8%)
$273.61
(-34%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.9, Growth: 9.8%)
$232.57
(-44%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (46x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (40x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 46.36 | Current EPS (TTM): $8.91
Bull Case
$530.06
(+29%)
Analyst growth 16.6%, PE expands to 51.0
Base Case
$481.87
(+17%)
Market implied 16.6%, PE stable at 46.4
Bear Case
$280.90
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 39.4
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Bullish
2 Retail Mentions
Reddit / WSB Comments
1
Bearish
StockTwits Volume
1 msgs
24h retail stream
Last Tracked
Oct 26, 2026
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