WBS Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WBS - Webster Financial Corporation Waterbury
$77.57
-0.40 (-0.51%)
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5d:
-1.9%
30d:
+1.97%
90d:
+8.17%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 19, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 22, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: WBS is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 3.4% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: WBS is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 3.4% expected growth, valuation appears fair. 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
$100.76
Based on 7.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$62.57
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 9.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WBS is currently trading at $77.57, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $76.14 to $78.63. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 10.8) compared to its historical average (9.8). At these levels, the market is pricing in 3.4% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WBS is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $77.35. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 47/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WBS is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $77.35. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 47/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$76.14 -
$78.63
Company Quality Score
48/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
68.6%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (47/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($76.18)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 3.4% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- WARNING: Composite score 48/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$76.14 -
$78.63
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$77.35
Resistance Level
$79.74
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 19, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.82
Wall Street Target
$76.18
(-1.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
5.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
2.8%
Profit Margin
36.8%
Valuation Premium vs History
+3.4% premium
PE vs Historical
10.8 vs 9.8
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+3.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$80.21
(+3%)
2-Year Target
$82.93
(+7%)
3-Year Target
$85.75
(+11%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 11â10)
PE COMPRESSION
$77.70
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 11.0%)
$196.72
(+154%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 10.8, Growth: 11.0%)
$106.02
(+37%)
Bear:
(PE: 9.2, Growth: 11.0%)
$90.12
(+16%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (13x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (11x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 12.70 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.14
Bull Case
$100.18
(+29%)
Analyst growth 16.8%, PE expands to 14.0
Base Case
$91.07
(+17%)
Market implied 16.8%, PE stable at 12.7
Bear Case
$53.02
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 10.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Last updated: August 22, 2026 11:10 PM ET
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