WST Stock Chart & Stats
€96.40
-€0.85(-0.72%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
€96.40
-€0.85(-0.72%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€88.12 - €244.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume0.00
Average Volume (3M)49.00
Market Cap
€2.47B
Enterprise Value€5.64K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€127.45M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€1.27B
Price to Earnings (P/E)24.6
Beta0.86
Next Earnings
Nov 04, 2026EPS Estimate
0.91Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)4.23
Shares Outstanding27,242,546
10 Day Avg. Volume26
30 Day Avg. Volume49
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.61
Price to Book (P/B)-9.73
Price to Sales (P/S)10.28
P/FCF Ratio67.85
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
€171.57Price Target Upside77.98% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering18
EPS Forecast (FY)3.85
Revenue Forecast (FY)€666.16M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Franchised, Recurring Revenue ModelThe predominantly franchised model gives Wingstop recurring royalty exposure while limiting direct restaurant operating requirements. Franchisee-funded expansion can broaden the royalty base, allowing revenue and earnings power to grow as the brand adds locations over time.
Strong Profitability And Cash GenerationHealthy operating and EBITDA margins, combined with substantial operating and free cash flow, provide resources for brand investment, restaurant development, and shareholder returns. This financial capacity strengthens Wingstop’s ability to pursue growth without relying solely on external financing.
Rapid Global Unit ExpansionA high unit-growth rate and a stated path toward a much larger global footprint support a durable runway for royalty growth. Continued openings can expand market presence, improve brand awareness, and diversify the revenue base beyond existing restaurants.
Bears Say
Domestic Same-store Sales PressureSustained declines in comparable sales would pressure franchisee economics and reduce the royalty growth generated by existing restaurants. The revised full-year outlook indicates that weaker customer demand is not confined to one reporting period, creating a material near-term operating headwind.
Deeply Negative Shareholder EquityA deeply negative equity base leaves limited balance-sheet cushioning if operating conditions weaken. Although debt fell sharply in TTM, the history of high and volatile debt indicates a capital structure that can increase financial sensitivity and constrain flexibility during business shocks.
Cooling Margin And Free-cash-flow MomentumThe normalization in profitability and sharp deterioration in free-cash-flow growth make recent earnings and cash trends less dependable as forward indicators. Lower cash conversion relative to net income could limit the pace of reinvestment and shareholder returns if the pattern persists.
Wingstop News
WST FAQ
What was Wingstop’s price range in the past 12 months?
Wingstop lowest stock price was €88.12 and its highest was €244.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Wingstop’s market cap?
Wingstop’s market cap is €2.47B.
When is Wingstop’s upcoming earnings report date?
Wingstop’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 04, 2026 which is in 44 days.
How were Wingstop’s earnings last quarter?
Wingstop released its earnings results on Jul 29, 2026. The company reported €1.028 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of €0.891 by €0.137.
Is Wingstop overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Wingstop’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Wingstop pay dividends?
Wingstop does not currently pay dividends.
What is Wingstop’s EPS estimate?
Wingstop’s EPS estimate is 0.91.
How many shares outstanding does Wingstop have?
Wingstop has 27,242,546 shares outstanding.
What happened to Wingstop’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Wingstop reported an EPS of €1.028 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of €0.891. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 5.514%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Wingstop?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:WST
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Wingstop Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
€171.57 (77.98% Upside)
€171.57 (77.98% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
DE:WST Sentiment 60%
Sector Average 58%
Sector Average 58%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-58.99%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
1.14%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-7.10%
Trailing 12-Months
Learn more about TipRanks Smart Score
Company Description
Wingstop
Wingstop Inc., together with its affiliated companies, manages and licenses a network of restaurants known by the Wingstop brand. These establishments are recognized for their made-to-order offerings, including classic bone-in wings, boneless wings, and tenders, all freshly cooked and expertly hand-tossed in a wide array of distinctive sauces. By December 25, 2021, Wingstop's extensive reach encompassed 1,695 independently operated franchise locations and 36 company-owned stores, spread throughout 44 U.S. states and seven countries globally. This enterprise, which was founded in 1994, has its corporate headquarters located in Addison, Texas.
WST Earnings Call
Q2 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call presented a mixed picture: strong underlying unit growth, margin and profitability improvements, successful early traction with Club Wingstop, and measurable operational gains from Smart Kitchen contrasted with a material same-store sales decline (7.5% in Q2) and near-term pressure concentrated in lower‑income, urban trade areas. Management emphasized targeted value messaging, loyalty and operational execution to stabilize comps while maintaining aggressive unit development and shareholder returns. Near-term trends and guidance were downgraded on comps, but cash flow, earnings growth, and development momentum support confidence in the long‑term strategy.View all DE:WST earnings summariesWST Revenue Breakdown
45.01% Royalty revenue, franchise fees and other
34.16% Advertising fees
20.83% Company-owned restaurant sales

WST Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
€171.57
▲(77.98% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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