B of A Securities Reiterates Buy Rating on Wingstop Inc.
The firm maintains its buy rating with a price target of $234, a 40.32% upside from the current price.
Key Points
- B of A Securities reiterated its buy rating on Wingstop Inc. (WING) with a price target of $234 as of June 24, 2026.
- B of A Securities's $234 price target implies 40.32% upside from Wingstop Inc.'s ($WING) current $166.76 share price.
- Wingstop shares traded at $155.79 on Friday, with a market cap of approximately $4.5 billion and a P/E ratio of 40.8.
- Insiders recently bought shares, and analysts like Guggenheim and Citigroup also maintain buy ratings, reflecting confidence in the company.
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B of A Securities has reiterated its buy rating on Wingstop Inc. (NasdaqGS:WING) with a price target of $234, as announced on June 24, 2026. Wingstop shares were trading at $155.79 on Friday.
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Wingstop Inc. Stock Up 46.8%
Shares of Wingstop Inc. traded near $155.79 on Friday. The company, with a market cap of about $4.5 billion, has a P/E ratio of 40.8 and a forward P/E of 29.7. Wingstop's stock has seen a 52-week low of $116.35 and a high of $381.45. Its 50-day moving average is $154.49, while the 200-day moving average stands at $219.72. The company also has a current ratio of 2.24 and a quick ratio of 1.58.
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Recent Earnings
Wingstop reported revenues of $709.5 million, showing a growth of 7.4%. The company's net margin is 15.77%, and it reported an EPS of $4.05. Investors can look forward to the next earnings report on April 29, 2026.
Dividend
Wingstop pays an annual dividend rate of $1.20, yielding 0.73% with a payout ratio of 28.89%.
Insider Buying and Selling at Wingstop Inc.
On May 21, 2026, several insiders, including Ania Smith, Wesley McDonald, Kate Lavelle, Kilandigalu Madati, Thomas Greco, and Krishnan Anand, each bought 1,131 shares. These purchases were not part of any pre-planned trading program.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On June 24, 2026, B of A Securities maintained its buy rating on Wingstop with a $234 price target. Other analysts have also shown confidence in Wingstop. TD Cowen maintained a hold rating with a $160 target on May 27, while Guggenheim maintained a buy rating with a $215 target on May 4. Citigroup and Barclays also maintained buy ratings with targets of $229 and $235, respectively, in late April. The consensus among 28 analysts is a strong buy, with a mean target price of $232.82.
About Wingstop Inc.
Wingstop Inc. is a restaurant chain headquartered in Dallas, Texas, specializing in chicken wings. Founded in 1994, it operates and franchises locations in the U.S. and internationally, including Australia and the Middle East. The company is led by CEO Michael J. Skipworth and employs around 345 people. Known for its variety of wing flavors, Wingstop also offers chicken sandwiches and sides.
Bottom Line
B of A Securities' reaffirmation of its buy rating for Wingstop Inc. suggests continued confidence in the company's growth potential. With a robust market position and strong earnings, Wingstop remains a company to watch. Keep in mind, analyst ratings and targets are subject to change and reflect the firm's view at the time of the report.
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