WPC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WPC - W.P. Carey Inc. (REIT)
$73.69
-0.26 (-0.35%)
▼
5d:
-0.28%
30d:
+2.95%
90d:
+0.81%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 28, 2026
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1 traders called WPC this week
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: WPC shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 2.8% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: WPC shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 2.8% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$88.46
Based on 5.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$54.93
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 24.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WPC is currently trading at $73.69, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $71.61 to $73.93. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 26.5) is in line with its historical norms (24.4). At these levels, the market is pricing in 2.8% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WPC is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $72.07. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: WPC has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WPC is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $72.07. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: WPC has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$71.61 -
$73.93
Company Quality Score
62/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
72.4%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($75.42)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 2.8% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$71.61 -
$73.93
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$72.07
Resistance Level
$74.87
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 14, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
26.49
Wall Street Target
$75.42
(+2.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
8.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
40.2%
Profit Margin
29.7%
Valuation Premium vs History
+2.8% premium
PE vs Historical
26.5 vs 24.4
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+2.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$75.75
(+3%)
2-Year Target
$77.87
(+6%)
3-Year Target
$80.05
(+9%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 26→24)
PE COMPRESSION
$73.73
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 26.5, Growth: 6.9%)
$89.91
(+22%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.0, Growth: 6.9%)
$74.80
(+2%)
Bear:
(PE: 18.7, Growth: 6.9%)
$63.58
(-14%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (32x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (26x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 31.64 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.34
Bull Case
$96.81
(+31%)
Analyst growth 18.9%, PE expands to 34.8
Base Case
$88.01
(+19%)
Market implied 18.9%, PE stable at 31.6
Bear Case
$50.35
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 26.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
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Buys
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Sells
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