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WSM·Williams-Sonoma, Inc.

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+. (+.%)
After Hours
High
$224.69
Open
$221.24
Market Cap
25.77B
52W High
$244.65
Low
$219.78
P. Close
$221.66
P/E
23.68
52W Low
$161.76
Fwd P/E
21.59
DailyIQ Est.
$218.14
Technical Score (1D)
59
BUY
News Sentiment
55
BULLISH
A sharp uptick in Zacks.com search volume for WSM signals growing analyst and investor curiosity, likely tied to an upcoming earnings release or new product launch. This heightened attention could translate into momentum once official commentary or guidance is issued, as traders often react to increased coverage. KeyBanc has recently lifted its price target for WSM to $250 from $230, citing stronger revenue growth and margin expansion, which positions the stock above the consensus and suggests a bullish near‑term outlook. The upgrade and higher target reinforce the expectation that WSM’s earnings trajectory will improve, potentially supporting a rally in the next few trading days. Analysts project Q2 earnings of $2.03 per share and revenue of $1.91 billion, a modest 1.5% year‑over‑year rise, while year‑to‑date guidance remains positive, indicating that the company is on track to meet expectations. The combination of a search spike, a price target lift, and solid earnings guidance creates a scenario where WSM could see increased volatility as the market digests the new information. Meanwhile, the company’s valuation remains high relative to peers, and the market’s optimism may be overextended, so a correction could still be possible if guidance or macro data disappoint. Traders should monitor the upcoming earnings release for any revisions to revenue or margin forecasts, as well as any supply‑chain updates that could affect inventory levels. Additionally, keep an eye on consumer spending trends in the home‑furnishing sector, as shifts in demand could influence WSM’s performance and the broader consumer discretionary landscape.
Earnings Summary
Williams‑Sonoma, Inc. (WSM) is a leading omni‑channel retailer specializing in high‑quality home products, including kitchenware, dining, and home furnishings under well‑known brands such as Williams Sonoma, Pottery Barn, and West Elm. The company operates across e‑commerce, direct‑mail catalogs, and physical stores, leveraging technologies like 3‑D imaging and augmented reality to enhance the customer experience within the specialty retail sector. As a consumer‑cyclical firm, WSM’s performance is closely tied to discretionary spending trends and the broader home‑goods market. The most recent quarterly data available is for Q4 2024, where WSM reported earnings per share of $3.28 against an estimate of $2.9083, indicating a beat of approximately 13.5 %. Revenue for the quarter was $2.462 billion, though no estimate was provided for comparison. Because earlier quarter figures (Q3 2024 and Q2 2024) are not supplied, it is not possible to assess growth acceleration or deceleration relative to prior periods or to determine the pattern of beats and misses over the last four quarters. Consequently, a detailed comparison of recent quarterly performance cannot be performed with the data at hand. Historical streak analysis is limited by the absence of prior quarterly results in the dataset. The single available data point shows a positive earnings surprise, but without year‑over‑year revenue or EPS figures for previous years, a trajectory of growth or decline cannot be established. Recent analyst commentary from Bank of America highlights a renewed buy rating and a valuation premium of roughly 8 % above consensus, underscoring confidence in WSM’s structural share‑gain potential and higher‑margin home furnishings strategy, while cautioning that macro factors such as consumer confidence and inflation could influence discretionary spending. Investors should watch for the upcoming earnings release to confirm whether revenue trajectory and margin improvement continue, particularly in light of the bank’s emphasis on supply‑chain efficiencies and digital platform performance, and monitor analyst revisions to price targets and consensus estimates for potential valuation adjustments.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$2.84$2.97$3.09$3.21$3.34Q4'24Q1'27
QtrEstActual+/−
Q1'27$2.90 - -
Q4'24$2.91$3.28+12.8%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$2.4B$2.4B$2.4B$2.5B$2.5BQ4'24Q1'27
QtrEstActual+/−
Q1'27$2.4B - -
Q4'24 - $2.5B -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

WSM Stock Snapshot

WSM is currently trading at $221.75, giving Williams-Sonoma, Inc. a market cap of 25.77B and a P/E ratio of 23.7. Today's range spans $219.78–$224.69, with shares opening at $221.24 and moving up $0.09 (0.0%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 59/100 (HOLD) with a news sentiment reading of 55/100.

Over the past year WSM has traded between $161.76 and $244.65 - the current price is +37.1% off the 52-week low and -9.4% from the high. 29 analysts cover the stock with a Hold consensus and a mean 12-month target of $212.63 (range $138.00–$260.00), implying downside of -4.1%.

Neutral technical setups in large-cap Consumer Cyclical names are inherently unstable - they resolve. Right now, WSM (59/100, HOLD, price $221.75, in the upper portion of its 52-week range) is waiting for that resolution. Sentiment: neutral at 55/100. The current P/E ratio stands at 23.7. With 25.77B in market cap, the 52-week range of $161.76–$244.65 is where structural support and resistance live - and which one holds when the next catalyst hits will define the next trade.

In neutral phases, large-cap Consumer Cyclical names like WSM are often where sector rotation debates play out quietly — at 25.77B in capitalization, the stock receives incremental allocation from funds reducing mega-cap exposure without the volatility of a small-cap entry. The 59/100 (HOLD) and neutral sentiment (55/100) at $221.75 (in the upper portion of its 52-week range) describe a stock that is being considered rather than avoided.