WNC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WNC - Wabash National Corp.
$7.77
0.34 (4.58%)
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5d:
+12.77%
30d:
-12.6%
90d:
-28.32%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 01, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: WNC appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -29.0% annual earnings decline despite 1274% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: WNC appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -29.0% annual earnings decline despite 1274% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$29.04
Based on 7.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$18.03
56.9% 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 13.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WNC is currently trading at $7.77, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $7.14 to $8.99. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 4.7) compared to its historical average (13.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 29.0% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 1274.4% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WNC is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $7.87. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.6% recently.
Market Sentiment: WNC has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $8.50 (+14.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WNC is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $7.87. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.6% recently.
Market Sentiment: WNC has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $8.50 (+14.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$7.14 -
$8.99
Company Quality Score
57/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
85.7%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+4.6%)
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($8.50)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$7.14 -
$8.99
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$6.63
Resistance Level
$7.87
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
May 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
4.73
Wall Street Target
$8.50
(+14.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-20.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
1274.4%
Profit Margin
-4.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-29.0% cheaper
PE vs Historical
4.7 vs 13.2
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-29.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$6.69
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$6.02
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$5.42
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 5→13)
$15.11
(+103%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 4.7 to 13.2
Stabilization Target:
$20.72
(+178.9%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+178.9%
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