WASH Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WASH - Washington Trust Bancorp Inc
$30.92
-0.36 (-1.15%)
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5d:
-4.36%
30d:
-12.26%
90d:
-13.87%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 15, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 20, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: WASH shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: WASH shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$44.21
Based on 6.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$27.45
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 9.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WASH is currently trading at $30.92, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $30.85 to $34.95. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 9.0) is in line with its historical norms (9.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.4% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 4.8% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WASH is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $30.71. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: WASH has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WASH is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $30.71. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: WASH has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$30.85 -
$34.95
Company Quality Score
49/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
52.4%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($32.75)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$30.85 -
$34.95
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$30.71
Resistance Level
$32.49
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 15, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.04
Wall Street Target
$32.75
(+5.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-7.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
4.8%
Profit Margin
24.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
9.0 vs 9.4
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$30.49
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$30.06
(-3%)
3-Year Target
$29.64
(-4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9→9)
$30.81
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.1, Growth: 9.2%)
$98.24
(+218%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.0, Growth: 9.2%)
$40.25
(+30%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.7, Growth: 9.2%)
$34.21
(+11%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (11x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (9x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 11.42 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.74
Bull Case
$42.94
(+39%)
Analyst growth 24.8%, PE expands to 12.6
Base Case
$39.04
(+26%)
Market implied 24.8%, PE stable at 11.4
Bear Case
$21.27
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 9.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 9.0 to 9.4
Stabilization Target:
$32.14
(+4.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+4.0%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: May 15, 2026 8:20 PM ET
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NEUTRAL
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