Should you buy Western Digital stock now?
The technical signal for Western Digital is currently Hold. Western Digital trades at $411.04 as of Oct 7, 2026. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -8.613 with falling momentum (signal: -7.054); RSI is at 40.5 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term downtrend (price below the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $664.92 points to 61.8% upside. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Western Digital stock?
The average analyst price target for Western Digital is $664.92. The current price is $411.04, which gives an upside of 61.8%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $598.43 and $731.41.
Is Western Digital a dividend stock?
Yes, Western Digital is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 0.11%. The latest dividend was $0.15 per share. The latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend) was Sep 8, 2026. The payout ratio is 5.5%, which is considered sustainable.
When does Western Digital pay a dividend in 2026?
The next dividend date for Western Digital has not been set yet. The latest ex-dividend date (last trading day with dividend rights) was Sep 8, 2026. The latest dividend was $0.15 per share with an ex-dividend date of Sep 8, 2026. The dividend yield is 0.11%. The payout ratio of 5.5% points to a sustainable dividend with room to grow.
What is the risk of Western Digital stock?
Western Digital is rated as a stock in the risk category Extremely speculative. the annual standard deviation is 80.4%, which classifies the stock as Extremely speculative.
Is Western Digital overvalued?
No, Western Digital is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (61.8% upside). Western Digital has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 16.9 (moderately valued), a P/S ratio of 12.9, a P/B ratio of 19.3. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 61.8%.
Is Western Digital overbought?
No, Western Digital is not overbought. RSI is at 40.5 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 40.5 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 7.6% below the 20-day average (short-term downtrend). In addition, MACD is negative with falling momentum (bearish).
When is the next Western Digital earnings report?
Western Digital reports its next earnings on October 29, 2026. The stock currently trades at $411.04. With a P/E ratio of 16.9, the market will be watching closely whether earnings meet expectations.
Is Western Digital shorted?
Yes, Western Digital is shorted with 5.4% of the free float sold short. This is a high level of short selling, which suggests some investors are betting on falling prices. Positive surprises can lead to a moderate short squeeze. The figure comes from our data provider EODHD, is reported about twice a month, and we check it every trading day.
Are insiders buying Western Digital stock?
No, insiders are not buying Western Digital shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 9 sales. On a net basis, 4,998,255 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 0 purchases and 20 sales, with a net 11,718,081 $ sold. Active sellers include Tregillis Cynthia L, Gubbi Vidyadhara K, STREETER STEPHANIE A and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Western Digital a good stock?
Based on our total score, Western Digital is rated as a mediocre stock with a total score of 53 out of 100. The stock scores around average on value, quality and momentum – it sits near the median in our database. The score is made up of Value: 41/100, Quality: 98/100, Momentum: 22/100. In addition: analysts see 61.8% upside to the price target; a dividend of 0.11%; technical signal: Hold. Whether Western Digital is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Western Digital stock?
The outlook for Western Digital based on current data: the average analyst price target is $664.92 (+61.8%); the next earnings report is due on Oct 29, 2026, which can move the price; the P/E ratio is 16.9 (moderate). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Western Digital stock falling?
Western Digital is falling right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 7.6% below the 20-day average; MACD is negative with falling momentum (bearish signal); short interest is 5.4% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis and insider section above.
How high can Western Digital go?
The average analyst price target for Western Digital is $664.92, which corresponds to a potential gain of 61.8% from the current price of $411.04. The stock has traded between $112.31 and $799.62 over the last 52 weeks. The price is 48.6% below the 52-week high, which can indicate potential if the underlying fundamentals are intact. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Western Digital fall?
The stock has traded as low as $112.31 over the last 52 weeks — that is 72.7% below the current price of $411.04. The biggest decline (drawdown) in the same period was 86.0% from high to low. Within a year, the price typically swings about ±80.4% (standard deviation — a measure of price swings). A difficult year could therefore mean a further decline of that size. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Western Digital do?
Western Digital Corporation, also called WDC, makes money by developing and selling data storage products around the world.
The company makes two main types of storage: traditional hard disk drives (HDDs) and faster solid state drives (SSDs). These drives are sold for use in ... The company belongs to the Technology sector, more specifically the Computer Hardware industry, is headquartered in United States, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Western Digital as an investment.
Did Western Digital raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Western Digital. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history above.
Is Western Digital making money or losing money?
Yes, Western Digital is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 73.0% — which is excellent. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 43.6%. At a P/E ratio of 16.9, you currently pay 16.9 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Western Digital go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Western Digital is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 8.91 — that places the company in the healthy zone. The company has a healthy balance sheet with limited debt relative to earnings and assets. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 8 — which is strong. Debt relative to equity is 164% (high). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Western Digital have a lot of debt?
Yes, Western Digital has elevated debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 164%. For the technology sector, anything above 120% counts as elevated — that raises the financial risk, especially if interest rates rise or earnings fall. Tech companies are usually asset-light and need little borrowed capital — anything below 60% counts as low in this sector. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can Western Digital service its debt? Can service its debt without problems — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 390.8x, and the company has more cash than debt (net cash).
