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WDAY·Workday, Inc.

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+. (+.%)
After Hours
High
$136.00
Open
$130.47
Market Cap
32.45B
52W High
$249.85
Low
$127.06
P. Close
$135.34
P/E
38.31
52W Low
$110.36
Fwd P/E
10.70
DailyIQ Est.
$180.18
Technical Score (1D)
55
BUY
News Sentiment
77
BULLISH
Workday’s Q2 2027 earnings are set to be released within the next few hours, and analysts are already projecting a double‑digit increase in the company’s bottom line. The expected lift in earnings signals that the firm’s revenue growth and cost‑control initiatives are likely paying off, which could lift investor confidence and broaden the upside for the next ten trading days. If the results confirm the forecasts, the market may re‑price the stock higher, tightening the bid‑ask spread and increasing liquidity. Traders should watch the earnings call for any revisions to revenue guidance, as a higher or lower outlook will directly influence short‑term price swings. Pay particular attention to the margin profile; a stronger gross margin would reinforce the narrative of operational efficiency. Also monitor the commentary on cloud‑based service adoption, as any acceleration could hint at future revenue streams. Keep an eye on the company’s guidance for the next quarter, especially any changes in the sales pipeline or customer churn rates. Finally, be alert for any remarks about macro‑economic headwinds or regulatory shifts that could affect the broader enterprise‑software sector.
Earnings Summary
Workday, Inc. delivers cloud‑based enterprise applications that streamline core business functions across industries, focusing on financial management, human capital management, spend management, and specialized solutions such as healthcare supply‑chain and education lifecycle tools. The company’s direct‑sales model supports a broad customer base and positions it within the technology software‑application sector. In Q4 2024, Workday reported an EPS of $1.92 versus an estimate of $1.78 and revenue of $2.21 billion, marking a beat and a 12.18% year‑over‑year revenue increase. While the company has shown strong growth, recent analyst coverage has become more cautious: Morgan Stanley downgraded Workday to Underweight, cut its price target to $145 from $185, and highlighted uncertainty around AI‑driven growth and margin outlook, citing a widening GAAP versus non‑GAAP earnings gap and insider selling of over $113 million. Other coverage notes a positive outlook with projected EPS of $10.75 and revenue of $10.66 billion for the full year, but also flags weaker‑than‑expected revenue growth and a potential slowdown in sales momentum. Historically, Workday’s earnings have expanded, but the company’s operating margin has only modestly improved, and recent insider activity raises questions about valuation. Recent news also mentions a forthcoming conference in Las Vegas that could unveil new AI features, and an appointment of a new APAC president that may accelerate regional adoption. Investors should watch the upcoming earnings release for guidance on AI strategy, sales momentum, and any updates on the APAC expansion, as well as any further insider activity that could signal confidence shifts. Monitoring analyst revisions and commodity price movements will also be key to assessing the company’s valuation trajectory in the next 1‑10 trading days.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$1.69$1.88$2.07$2.27$2.46Q4'24Q4'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q4'26$2.37 - -
Q4'24$1.78$1.92+8.1%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$2.2B$2.3B$2.4B$2.5B$2.6BQ4'24Q4'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q4'26$2.6B - -
Q4'24 - $2.2B -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

WDAY Stock Snapshot

WDAY is currently trading at $135.32, giving Workday, Inc. a market cap of 32.45B and a P/E ratio of 38.3. Today's range spans $127.06–$136.00, with shares opening at $130.47 and moving down $0.02 (0.0%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 55/100 (HOLD) with a news sentiment reading of 77/100.

Over the past year WDAY has traded between $110.36 and $249.85 - the current price is +22.6% off the 52-week low and -45.8% from the high. 50 analysts cover the stock with a Hold consensus and a mean 12-month target of $168.17 (range $92.00–$275.00), implying upside of +24.3%.

The quality factor scores well for Workday, Inc. (WDAY) even in a HOLD phase - at 32.45B in Technology market cap with a 55/100 technical read (HOLD) and bullish sentiment (77/100), the stock's balance sheet and earnings stability attract defensive allocators who don't need a mixed signal to hold the position. (P/E: 38.3) Price: $135.32 (near 52-week lows). Range: $110.36–$249.85.

Portfolio construction in Technology often uses large-cap names like WDAY as tactical swing positions during neutral phases: cheap enough to overweight, liquid enough to exit quickly, and large enough to provide meaningful sector beta. The current 55/100 (HOLD) at $135.32 (near 52-week lows) and bullish sentiment (77/100) frame the position as a catalyst play within the $110.36–$249.85 annual range rather than a directional bet.