WBS Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WBS - Webster Financial Corporation Waterbury
$65.77
0.15 (0.23%)
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BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Last Updated: January 30, 2026
Earnings: Apr 22, 2026
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100% bullish • 0 bearish
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: WBS shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 2.3% decline. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: WBS shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 2.3% decline. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$102.43
Based on 7.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$63.60
Trading above fair value
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 9.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WBS is currently trading at $65.77, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $63.53 to $65.28. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 8.8) is in line with its historical norms (9.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.3% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 53.4% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WBS is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $67.43. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $75.65 (+15.3%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WBS is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $67.43. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $75.65 (+15.3%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Fair Price Range
$63.53 -
$65.28
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
70.0%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($75.65)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$63.53 -
$65.28
Current vs Fair Value
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$63.14
Resistance Level
$67.43
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
8.85
Wall Street Target
$75.65
(+15.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
18.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
53.4%
Profit Margin
37.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
8.9 vs 9.5
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$64.11
(-2%)
2-Year Target
$62.64
(-5%)
3-Year Target
$61.20
(-7%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9→10)
$65.72
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.3, Growth: 11.6%)
$229.92
(+250%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 8.8, Growth: 11.6%)
$91.20
(+39%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.5, Growth: 11.6%)
$77.52
(+18%)
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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: 10.89 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.90
Bull Case
$88.86
(+35%)
Analyst growth 25.7%, PE expands to 12.0
Base Case
$80.78
(+23%)
Market implied 25.7%, PE stable at 10.9
Bear Case
$43.69
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 9.3
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 8.8 to 9.5
Stabilization Target:
$70.47
(+7.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+7.4%
Last updated: January 30, 2026 4:13 PM ET
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