Wingstop stock hits 52-week low at $231.07 amid market challenges

Published 26/02/2025, 20:58
Wingstop stock hits 52-week low at $231.07 amid market challenges

Wingstop Inc (NASDAQ:WING). shares have touched a 52-week low, dipping to $231.07, representing a stark decline from its 52-week high of $433.86. According to InvestingPro analysis, technical indicators suggest the stock is currently in oversold territory, with the company maintaining a substantial market capitalization of $6.63 billion despite recent turbulence. This latest price level reflects a significant downturn, with the stock declining 40.87% over the past six months and trading at a P/E ratio of 68.17. Investors are closely monitoring the company’s performance, with analyst targets ranging from $181 to $468, suggesting mixed opinions about its future trajectory. The 52-week low serves as a critical indicator for shareholders and potential investors, marking the lowest price point for Wingstop stock over the past year and setting a new benchmark for its market valuation. Discover 18 additional exclusive insights about WING with an InvestingPro subscription, including detailed valuation metrics and growth forecasts.

In other recent news, Wingstop’s fourth-quarter earnings report revealed a 27% increase in revenue to $162 million, though this fell short of the $165 million consensus estimate. The company’s domestic same-store sales grew by 10.1%, missing the expected 10.6%, while the restaurant-level operating margin stood at 22.4%, slightly below consensus. Despite these shortfalls, Wingstop exceeded expectations in operating income, earnings per share (EPS), and adjusted EBITDA, with EPS reaching $0.92 and adjusted EBITDA at $56.3 million, surpassing anticipated figures. Analysts have adjusted their outlooks accordingly, with Benchmark reducing its price target to $325 but maintaining a Buy rating, citing confidence in long-term growth potential.

Guggenheim upgraded Wingstop’s stock rating from Neutral to Buy, setting a price target of $280, based on expected strong unit growth and international expansion. Meanwhile, TD Cowen lowered its price target to $305, maintaining a Buy rating, and noted potential challenges from lower-income consumer spending habits. Truist Securities cut its price target to $290, keeping a Hold rating due to uncertainties in same-store sales trends. Lastly, Bernstein reduced its price target to $330 while maintaining an Outperform rating, highlighting Wingstop’s untapped market potential and increased advertising efforts. These developments indicate a mixed but cautiously optimistic outlook for Wingstop’s future performance.

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