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WCC Stock Forecast: WESCO International, Inc. Price Predictions for 2026-2027

Last close, 22 Oct 2026
$324
−7.23% on the day

The 11 Wall Street analysts covering WESCO International, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $415 — +28.2% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 78 of 100 as at 22 Oct 2026 — inside the top quartile. Here, the model and the Street point the same way.

Market cap
$17.0B
Ticker Nerd rank
78/ 100
Median analyst target
$415
Analysts covering
11
Revenue$6.7B+13.0% y/y
Operating income$382.2M
Net income$209.6M
Free cash flow$25.5M
Quarterly, 8 quarters to 30 June 2026 · latest quarter's figure shown
Total return, dividends reinvested
1W
−6.6%
1M
−10.6%
YTD
+33.0%
1Y
+52.5%
From 52W high
−15.7%
From 52W low
+52.5%
$212
$384
52-week range, adjusted closes · the dot is the last close
Ticker Nerd rank

WCC stock analysis: one number for the whole business

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

Where the model ranks itAs at 22 Oct 2026
78/ 100

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

Revisions
98
Momentum
91
Growth
80
Value
73
Quality
56
Issuance
55
Volatility
47
Accruals
26
Size
11

Revisions (98): Analysts have, on balance, been raising their forecasts.

Accruals (26): A large share of reported profit has not shown up as cash, or the balance sheet is expanding quickly — both tend to unwind.

Size (11): Larger than most of the companies we track — more scrutinised, less often mispriced.

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Wall Street

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

The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on WCC, 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
$200$250$300$350$400$450Jan 26Apr 26Jul 26Oct 26WCCHigh $440Median $415Low $275

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 says11 analysts
10 Buy0 Hold1 Sell
Low $275Median $415High $440

The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +28.2% from it.

Recent analyst actionsNewest first

Of the 20 most recent actions, 6 moved their price target up and 0 moved it down.

DateFirmActionRatingTarget
14 Oct 2026RBC CapitalMaintainsOutperform$430 → $435
12 Oct 2026BarclaysMaintainsOverweight$390 → $437
3 Aug 2026BarclaysMaintainsOverweight$376 → $390
3 Aug 2026BarclaysMaintainsOverweight—
31 July 2026RBC CapitalMaintainsOutperform—
31 July 2026RBC CapitalMaintainsOutperform$421 → $430
16 July 2026RBC CapitalMaintainsOutperform—
16 July 2026RBC CapitalMaintainsOutperform$411 → $421
14 July 2026Stephens & Co.UpgradeOverweight—
14 July 2026Stephens & Co.UpgradeOverweight$350 → $400
16 June 2026DA DavidsonInitiatesBuy—
4 May 2026BarclaysMaintainsOverweight—
4 May 2026Stephens & Co.MaintainsEqual-Weight—
1 May 2026KeybancMaintainsOverweight—
1 May 2026RBC CapitalMaintainsOutperform—
12 Feb 2026BarclaysMaintainsOverweight—
11 Feb 2026RBC CapitalMaintainsOutperform—
26 Jan 2026KeybancMaintainsOverweight—
16 Jan 2026JP MorganMaintainsOverweight—
12 Jan 2026BarclaysMaintainsOverweight—

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

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Performance

WCC 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 22 Oct 2026, WESCO International, Inc. returned +52.5% against +15.6% for the S&P 500, dividends included.

WCC vs S&P 500, last 12 monthsTotal return, rebased to 100
100120140160180Jan 26Apr 26Jul 26Oct 26WCCS&P 500

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Data provided by Twelve Data

Estimates

WCC 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
+5.2%
Analysts raising
0
Analysts cutting
1
Fundamentals

WESCO International, Inc. (WCC) 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
23.6×

Cheaper than 32% of US stocks

Price / sales
0.7×

Cheaper than 76% of US stocks

Price / book
3.3×

Cheaper than 28% of US stocks

EV / EBITDA
14.4×

Cheaper than 24% of US stocks

Growth & margins
Revenue growth (YoY)
13.0%

Higher than 59% of US stocks

Earnings growth (YoY)
19.8%

Higher than 59% of US stocks

Gross margin
21.8%

Higher than 23% of US stocks

Operating margin
6.1%

Higher than 57% of US stocks

Net margin
2.8%

Higher than 55% of US stocks

Returns & dividend
Return on equity
14.3%

Higher than 73% of US stocks

Return on assets
5.2%

Higher than 77% of US stocks

Dividend yield
0.6%

Higher than 66% of US dividend payers

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

Key statistics

WESCO International, Inc. (WCC) statistics: revenue, profit & scale

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

  • WESCO International, Inc. has a market value of $17.0B and an enterprise value of $22.9B.

  • Revenue in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: $25.0B. The latest quarter grew 13.0% year on year.

  • Net income over the same four quarters: $713.2M, a 2.9% net margin.

  • Diluted earnings per share, trailing twelve months: $14.47.

  • Free cash flow in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: $155.1M, after $109.2M of capital spending.

  • WESCO International, Inc. spent $64.9M on share buybacks and $93.0M on dividends in the twelve months to 30 June 2026.

  • Shares outstanding: 48.7M.

  • Trailing P/E: 23.6×; forward P/E: 17.4× — the forward figure prices analyst consensus estimates, not reported earnings.

  • Forward dividend yield: 0.57%, paying out 13% of earnings.

  • WESCO International, Inc. employs 21,000 people — $1.2M of revenue per employee.

Statement figures: company filings via Twelve Data, four quarters to 30 June 2026 · market figures as at 22 Oct 2026

Data provided by Twelve Data

Peers

WCC vs competitors

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

Its peer group, ranked by the same modelIndustrial Distribution
CompanyMarket capTKN rank
WCCWESCO International, Inc.$17.0B78
WSOWatsco, Inc.$13.4B40
AITApplied Industrial Technologies, Inc.$12.0B96
QXOQXO, Inc.$11.4B7
CNMCore & Main, Inc.$8.3B48
POOLPool Corp.$7.3B65
MSMMSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc.$6.3B97

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News

Latest WCC news & analysis

WESCO International: Strengthening Its Relationship With Data Center Customers

Seeking Alpha · 14 Oct 2026positive

The Seeking Alpha item highlights WESCO’s data center demand and the Newark Engineering Group acquisition, which expands its service portfolio, early-stage customer engagement, and Southeast Asia presence. It reports Q2 2026 revenue growth of 12.97% year over year and backlog growth of 60%.

Why it matters — The reported growth and acquisition indicate momentum in WESCO’s data center and grid services and a broader role with data center customers.

Wesco Announces Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Call and Upcoming Investor Event

PRNewsWire · 8 Oct 2026neutral

Wesco International said it will hold its third-quarter 2026 earnings conference call on October 29 at 10 a.m. ET. The webcast and related materials will be available through its investor website, with a replay offered afterward.

Why it matters — WCC watchers can use the call and accompanying materials to hear the company’s quarterly results and presentation.

Wesco Named to Fortune's 2026 AIQ75 List

PRNewsWire · 29 Sept 2026positive

Wesco International has been named to Fortune Magazine's AIQ 75 list, which recognizes the top 75 Fortune 500 companies for their readiness and ability to deploy AI at scale. The company was acknowledged as a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services, and supply chain solutions.

Why it matters — This recognition signals that Wesco is viewed as a leader in AI adoption and readiness, which could be notable for investors tracking the company's technological capabilities and competitive positioning.

Best Value Stocks to Buy for September 24th

Zacks Investment Research · 24 Sept 2026positive

Zacks Investment Research listed WESCO International (WCC) among its Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) value stocks on September 24th, alongside HRTG and MNTK. The inclusion highlights WCC as a value stock recognized by the research firm's ranking system.

Why it matters — A Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) value-stock designation is a notable recognition that brings WCC increased visibility among investors screening for value opportunities.

Wesco Earns 2026 Great Place To Work Certification™

PRNewsWire · 18 Sept 2026positive

Wesco International announced it has been Certified by Great Place To Work for the third consecutive year, recognizing the company's workplace culture. The certification was announced via press release on September 18, 2026.

Why it matters — A third consecutive Great Place To Work certification reflects a recognized positive workplace culture, which can support employee retention and talent attraction for a WCC watcher monitoring the company's operational health.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about WCC stock

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

The 11 Wall Street analysts covering WESCO International, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $415, with estimates ranging from $275 to $440. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Is WCC stock a buy right now?

Of the 11 analysts covering WESCO International, Inc., 10 rate it a Buy, 0 a Hold and 1 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks WESCO International, Inc. 78 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 22 Oct 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.

How does Ticker Nerd's model rank WCC?

As at 22 Oct 2026, WESCO International, Inc. ranks 78 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 Revisions (98 of 100).

Will WCC stock go up?

No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 11 analysts implies +28.2% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks WESCO International, Inc. 78 out of 100 as at 22 Oct 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.

What is the WCC stock forecast for 2030?

No analyst covering WESCO International, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for WCC are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $275 to $440 over the next 12 months.

How has WCC stock performed over the past year?

WESCO International, Inc. returned +52.5% over the 12 months to 22 Oct 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.

What does WESCO International, Inc. do?

WESCO International, Inc. is a global business-to-business distributor and supply chain solutions provider headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

What is the latest news on WCC?

The most recent item we track (Seeking Alpha, 14 Oct 2026): "WESCO International: Strengthening Its Relationship With Data Center Customers". The Seeking Alpha item highlights WESCO’s data center demand and the Newark Engineering Group acquisition, which expands its service portfolio, early-stage customer engagement, and Southeast Asia presence. It reports Q2 2026 revenue growth of 12.97% year over year and backlog growth of 60%.

Company

About WESCO International, Inc.

WESCO International, Inc. is a global business-to-business distributor and supply chain solutions provider headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The company serves commercial and industrial customers, contractors, government agencies, telecommunications providers, utilities, and other institutions with products and services used to build, maintain, and operate critical infrastructure. Its offerings span electrical and electronic solutions, communications and security solutions, and utility and broadband solutions, supported by logistics, procurement, warehousing, inventory management, and project services. WESCO plays a key role in the flow of electrical equipment, wire and cable, automation, networking, security, lighting, and broadband-related products across construction, industrial, and infrastructure markets. Through its broad product portfolio and distribution network, WESCO International, Inc. supports customers that require reliable sourcing, supply chain coordination, and technical distribution capabilities.

CEO Mr. John J. Engel · 21,000 employees · United States · https://www.wesco.com