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WBTN Stock Forecast: WEBTOON Entertainment, Inc. Price Predictions for 2026-2027

Last close, 9 Sept 2026
$10
−1.37% on the day

The 8 Wall Street analysts covering WEBTOON Entertainment, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $11 — +9.0% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 37 of 100 as at 8 Sept 2026 — in the lower half. The Street sees upside; the factor read is a caution. That gap is the story on this page.

Market cap
$1.4B
Ticker Nerd rank
37 / 100
Median analyst target
$11
Analysts covering
8
Revenue$338.5M−2.8% y/y
Operating income−$15.6M
Net income−$14.6M
Free cash flow−$9.0M
Quarterly, 8 quarters to 30 June 2026 · latest quarter's figure shown
Total return, dividends reinvested
1W
−2.2%
1M
+13.0%
YTD
−22.6%
1Y
−32.1%
From 52W high
−52.7%
From 52W low
+22.3%
$8
$21
52-week range, adjusted closes · the dot is the last close
Ticker Nerd rank

WBTN stock analysis: one number for the whole business

Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores WEBTOON Entertainment, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.

Where the model ranks itAs at 8 Sept 2026
37 / 100

Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested

Accruals
96
Issuance
59
Value
48
Momentum
46
Size
41
Revisions
38
Growth
32
Volatility
29
Quality
27

Accruals (96): Reported profit is backed by cash, and the company is not expanding recklessly.

Quality (27): Profits are thin or unreliable for the size of the business, or they are not turning into cash.

Built and run by Aslam Ghouse, an ex-Goldman Sachs quant trader with fourteen years in markets.

Wall Street

WBTN stock forecast 2026-2027: analyst price targets & predictions

The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on WBTN, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.

Share price and the analyst range, 12 monthsAdjusted close, US dollars
$10$15$20Oct 25Jan 26Apr 26Jul 26WBTNHigh $13Median $11Low $10

Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Data provided by Twelve Data

What Wall Street says8 analysts
2 Buy6 Hold0 Sell
Low $10Median $11High $13

The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +9.0% from it.

Recent analyst actionsNewest first

Of the 20 most recent actions, 0 moved their price target up and 3 moved it down.

DateFirmActionRatingTarget
11 Aug 2026Evercore ISI GroupMaintainsOutperform$15 → $12
11 Aug 2026JP MorganMaintainsNeutral$11 → $10
4 Mar 2026Evercore ISI GroupMaintainsOutperform$20 → $15
4 Mar 2026Evercore ISI GroupMaintainsOutperform—
13 Nov 2025Evercore ISI GroupMaintainsOutperform—
16 Sept 2025Deutsche BankMaintainsBuy—
16 Sept 2025JP MorganMaintainsNeutral—
13 Aug 2025Evercore ISI GroupMaintainsOutperform—
13 Aug 2025Goldman SachsMaintainsBuy—
13 Aug 2025Morgan StanleyMaintainsEqual-Weight—
15 May 2025CitigroupInitiatesBuy—
15 May 2025Goldman SachsMaintainsBuy—
14 May 2025Evercore ISI GroupMaintainsOutperform—
17 Apr 2025Morgan StanleyMaintainsEqual-Weight—
8 Apr 2025JP MorganMaintainsNeutral—
26 Feb 2025Goldman SachsMaintainsBuy—
26 Feb 2025JP MorganMaintainsNeutral—
26 Feb 2025Morgan StanleyMaintainsEqual-Weight—
27 Jan 2025Goldman SachsMaintainsBuy—
13 Jan 2025Morgan StanleyMaintainsEqual-Weight—

Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Market Radar

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Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.

Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. WBTN appears on the weeks it earns a place.

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Performance

WBTN vs the S&P 500

Both lines are total return — dividends reinvested — so the comparison is honest on both sides.

Over the twelve months to 9 Sept 2026, WEBTOON Entertainment, Inc. returned −32.1% against +18.5% for the S&P 500, dividends included.

WBTN vs S&P 500, last 12 monthsTotal return, rebased to 100
6080100120140Oct 25Jan 26Apr 26Jul 26WBTNS&P 500

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Data provided by Twelve Data

Estimates

WBTN analyst estimate revisions

Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.

Which way the estimates are movingNext fiscal year
EPS revision, 90 days
−42.3%
Analysts raising
0
Analysts cutting
1
Fundamentals

WEBTOON Entertainment, Inc. (WBTN) financial data

A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.

Valuation
Trailing P/E
−3.8×

Cheaper than 88% of US stocks

Price / sales
1.0×

Cheaper than 70% of US stocks

Price / book
1.1×

Cheaper than 71% of US stocks

EV / EBITDA
−44.2×

Cheaper than 93% of US stocks

Growth & margins
Revenue growth (YoY)
−2.8%

Higher than 23% of US stocks

Earnings growth (YoY)
−2.8%

Higher than 33% of US stocks

Gross margin
26.0%

Higher than 29% of US stocks

Operating margin
−4.6%

Higher than 28% of US stocks

Net margin
−25.1%

Higher than 14% of US stocks

Returns & dividend
Return on equity
−26.3%

Higher than 28% of US stocks

Return on assets
−1.8%

Higher than 37% of US stocks

Dividend yield
—

Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.

Key statistics

WEBTOON Entertainment, Inc. (WBTN) statistics: revenue, profit & scale

The headline figures, each with its date. Every row carries its own link — cite it straight from here.

  • WEBTOON Entertainment, Inc. has a market value of $1.4B and an enterprise value of $882.9M.

  • Revenue in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: $1.4B. The latest quarter shrank 2.8% year on year.

  • Net income over the same four quarters: −$370.9M, a −27.1% net margin.

  • Diluted earnings per share, trailing twelve months: $−2.63.

  • Free cash flow in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: −$13.9M.

  • Shares outstanding: 135.7M.

  • Trailing P/E: −3.8×; forward P/E: 40.3× — the forward figure prices analyst consensus estimates, not reported earnings.

  • WEBTOON Entertainment, Inc. employs 1,800 people — $760K of revenue per employee.

Statement figures: company filings via Twelve Data, four quarters to 30 June 2026 · market figures as at 9 Sept 2026

Data provided by Twelve Data

Peers

WBTN vs competitors

The nearest names by industry and size, scored by the same model — like for like.

Its peer group, ranked by the same modelInternet Content & Information
CompanyMarket capTKN rank
WBTNWEBTOON Entertainment, Inc.$1.4B
37
YELPYelp, Inc.$1.2B
74
UPWKUpwork, Inc.$1.0B
69
TBLATaboola.com Ltd.$998.3M
92
GENIGenius Sports Ltd.$2.0B
22
EVEREverQuote, Inc.$878.9M
86
STUBStubhub Holdings, Inc.$2.3B
31

Look up any of the roughly 4,600 stocks we score.

The rank is the raw material. Whether the rules would actually own WEBTOON Entertainment, Inc. — and when they’d sell — is the membership. See the Ticker Nerd 20 →

News

Latest WBTN news & analysis

Did WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. Insiders Breach their Fiduciary Duties to Shareholders?

PRNewsWire · 7 Sept 2026negative

A law firm is inviting WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. shareholders to contact it regarding potential breaches of fiduciary duties by company insiders. The firm states it would handle any matter on a contingent fee basis with no out-of-pocket costs to shareholders.

Why it matters — WBTN watchers would care because the announcement raises the possibility of legal claims against company insiders related to fiduciary obligations, which could affect investor relations and corporate governance perceptions.

Did WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. Insiders Breach their Fiduciary Duties to Shareholders?

PRNewsWire · 17 Aug 2026negative

A law firm issued a notice inviting WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. shareholders to contact them to discuss their rights and options, on a contingent fee basis, concerning whether company insiders breached their fiduciary duties to shareholders.

Why it matters — WBTN watchers may care because the notice flags potential insider conduct and possible shareholder legal action related to the company.

Webtoon Entertainment's Working On Putting On A Show

Seeking Alpha · 15 Aug 2026neutral

Webtoon Entertainment is rated a 'hold' as its reported revenue and profitability declined, though the drop was largely due to currency fluctuations; on a constant-currency basis, revenue rose 5.2% year-over-year. The company is pursuing strategic partnerships, new content, and a $100M investment in RI Games to diversify and drive future growth.

Why it matters — WBTN watchers would care because the piece highlights that the reported revenue decline is mostly currency-driven (with underlying constant-currency growth) and outlines the company's diversification efforts, including its $100M investment in RI Games, that could shape its future performance.

Webtoon Entertainment bets on gaming to expand its global IP business

CNBC International TV · 11 Aug 2026positive

Webtoon Entertainment CFO David Lee expressed optimism about the company's business outlook, noting that the company is betting on gaming to expand its global IP business while leveraging AI to promote human creativity and deepen fan engagement.

Why it matters — A WBTN watcher would care because the company's strategic focus on gaming and AI signals how it plans to grow its intellectual property business and engage fans globally.

Webtoon's Growth Is Slowing But Its Ambitions Are Growing

Forbes · 11 Aug 2026positive

Webtoon Entertainment reported Q2 results that its shareholder letter describes as "solid," with 5.2% currency-adjusted revenue growth and adjusted EBITDA of $5.5 million, exceeding the high end of prior guidance. The company also highlighted new initiatives including partnerships with Marvel and AI-driven innovations.

Why it matters — A WBTN watcher would care because the results beat guidance and point to new growth avenues, even as overall growth slows.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about WBTN stock

What is the WBTN stock price forecast for 2026-2027?

The 8 Wall Street analysts covering WEBTOON Entertainment, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $11, with estimates ranging from $10 to $13. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Is WBTN stock a buy right now?

Of the 8 analysts covering WEBTOON Entertainment, Inc., 2 rate it a Buy, 6 a Hold and 0 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks WEBTOON Entertainment, Inc. 37 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 8 Sept 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.

How does Ticker Nerd's model rank WBTN?

As at 8 Sept 2026, WEBTOON Entertainment, Inc. ranks 37 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Accruals (96 of 100).

Will WBTN stock go up?

No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 8 analysts implies +9.0% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks WEBTOON Entertainment, Inc. 37 out of 100 as at 8 Sept 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.

What is the WBTN stock forecast for 2030?

No analyst covering WEBTOON Entertainment, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for WBTN are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $10 to $13 over the next 12 months.

How has WBTN stock performed over the past year?

WEBTOON Entertainment, Inc. returned -32.1% over the 12 months to 9 Sept 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.

What does WEBTOON Entertainment, Inc. do?

WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. is a digital storytelling platform company that connects creators and readers through webcomics and web novels.

What is the latest news on WBTN?

The most recent item we track (PRNewsWire, 7 Sept 2026): "Did WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. Insiders Breach their Fiduciary Duties to Shareholders?". A law firm is inviting WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. shareholders to contact it regarding potential breaches of fiduciary duties by company insiders. The firm states it would handle any matter on a contingent fee basis with no out-of-pocket costs to shareholders.

Company

About WEBTOON Entertainment, Inc.

WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. is a digital storytelling platform company that connects creators and readers through webcomics and web novels. WEBTOON Entertainment offers serialized content through mobile and web applications, enabling users to discover, create, and share stories across genres such as romance, fantasy, drama, and action. Its services include hosting creator-driven and professionally produced content, paid content access, advertising, and intellectual property adaptations. The company operates globally across markets including the United States, Korea, and Japan, and supports a broad creator ecosystem through brands and platforms such as WEBTOON, Wattpad, WEBTOON Productions, Studio N, Studio LICO, LINE MANGA, and eBookJapan. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, WEBTOON Entertainment plays a significant role in the digital comics and serialized fiction market by bringing mobile-first storytelling to a worldwide audience.

CEO Mr. Junkoo Kim · 1,800 employees · United States · https://www.about.webtoon.com