WESCO International (WCC) Stock Overview
Provides business-to-business distribution, logistics services, and supply chain solutions in the United States, Canada, and internationally. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 1/6 |
| Future Growth | 1/6 |
| Past Performance | 3/6 |
| Financial Health | 4/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Analyst Price Targets
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$361.17 |
| 52 Week High | US$377.27 |
| 52 Week Low | US$161.98 |
| Beta | 1.54 |
| 1 Month Change | 18.31% |
| 3 Month Change | 24.76% |
| 1 Year Change | 115.12% |
| 3 Year Change | 147.14% |
| 5 Year Change | 231.23% |
| Change since IPO | 1,705.85% |
Recent News & Updates
Recent updates
New Narrative • May 20
AI Infrastructure And Grid Super Cycle Will Reshape This Power And Connectivity Leader
Catalysts About WESCO International WESCO International is a global provider of electrical, data center, utility, and communications products, services, and solutions across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure markets. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?
New Narrative • May 04
Heavy Data Center Dependence Will Create Long Term Margin And Execution Risks
Catalysts About WESCO International WESCO International is a global distributor of electrical, data center, utility, and communications products and services. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?Analysis Article • Feb 13
WESCO International, Inc. (NYSE:WCC) Just Released Its Yearly Results And Analysts Are Updating Their Estimates
The full-year results for WESCO International, Inc. ( NYSE:WCC ) were released last week, making it a good time to...Seeking Alpha • Feb 05
WESCO: Growth Is There, Cash Discipline Will Decide The Upside
Summary WESCO International earns a Buy rating, with FY25 largely priced in and FY26 growth and cash conversion as key focus areas. WESCO International's operational moat is underpinned by global scale and execution, though working capital pressures warrant close monitoring. FY26 expectations: ~$25B revenues, $1.67B EBITDA, and a base-case 13x EV/EBITDA multiple, implying ~$340 per share. Cash conversion improvement remains the critical driver for potential multiple expansion and sustained upside. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Jan 03
Estimating The Intrinsic Value Of WESCO International, Inc. (NYSE:WCC)
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, WESCO International fair value estimate is US$284 Current...Analysis Article • Nov 02
WESCO International, Inc. Beat Revenue Forecasts By 5.0%: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting Next
Shareholders of WESCO International, Inc. ( NYSE:WCC ) will be pleased this week, given that the stock price is up 15...
Narrative Update • Oct 09
Data Center Demand And Electrification Will Drive Enduring Expansion
Analysts have raised their price target on WESCO International from $236.45 to $241.00, citing ongoing market strength, advances in digitalization, and positive trends in key end-markets such as data centers and industrial automation. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst reports highlight a broadly positive outlook for WESCO International, underpinned by ongoing digital transformation and favorable market dynamics.Analysis Article • Sep 29
WESCO International (NYSE:WCC) Has A Somewhat Strained Balance Sheet
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' So it might be obvious that you need to...Narrative Update • Sep 06
Data Center Demand And Electrification Will Drive Enduring Expansion
Analysts have modestly raised their price target for WESCO International to $236.45, citing the company’s strong market position, digital transformation initiatives, favorable margin outlook, and positive exposure to data center investments. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts cite strong market position and digital transformation strategies, especially as the competitive field remains highly fragmented with many smaller players struggling to keep pace technologically.Analysis Article • Aug 04
WESCO International, Inc. Just Beat EPS By 15%: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next
Last week, you might have seen that WESCO International, Inc. ( NYSE:WCC ) released its quarterly result to the market...Analysis Article • Aug 03
Returns Are Gaining Momentum At WESCO International (NYSE:WCC)
If we want to find a potential multi-bagger, often there are underlying trends that can provide clues. In a perfect...Analysis Article • Jul 20
Is WESCO International, Inc. (NYSE:WCC) Potentially Undervalued?
Today we're going to take a look at the well-established WESCO International, Inc. ( NYSE:WCC ). The company's stock...Analysis Article • Jul 06
Calculating The Intrinsic Value Of WESCO International, Inc. (NYSE:WCC)
Key Insights The projected fair value for WESCO International is US$212 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity WESCO...Analysis Article • Jun 13
Is WESCO International (NYSE:WCC) A Risky Investment?
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...Analysis Article • May 30
Potential Upside For WESCO International, Inc. (NYSE:WCC) Not Without Risk
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 12.6x WESCO International, Inc. ( NYSE:WCC ) may be sending bullish...Seeking Alpha • Feb 16
WESCO International Faces Challenges Before Long-Term Investments Bear Fruit
Summary WESCO International faces near-term challenges due to economic uncertainty and increased costs, but long-term investments in data center technology and on-site services should yield positive results. The company's digital transformation and strategic acquisitions offer growth potential. Despite recent growth and relative undervaluation, the stock's rapid price appreciation limits expected returns; thus, I recommend holding the stock for moderate returns. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 18
WESCO International: Lifted By Animal Spirits
Summary WESCO International's shares surged by a third in recent weeks, driven by the election outcome, but the market may be overestimating future gains. Recent bolt-on acquisitions, including those of entroCIM and Ascent, aim to enhance WCC's capabilities, though they increase net debt and leverage ratios. Long-term prospects are promising, with anticipated margin improvements aiming to enhance WESCO's capabilities, although those expectations have risen quite a bit here. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Oct 15
Wesco International: An Indirect Way To Profit From The Solar, EV And AI Tech Boom
Summary Wesco International benefits from trends in solar, EVs, and AI but trades at lower multiples than AI stocks, offering attractive valuation. The company has strong pricing power due to a fragmented supplier and customer base, with significant growth potential from digital transformation and supply chain reshoring. Management guides for EBITDA margin expansion to 10%, with long-term sales growth of 5-8%, supported by operational leverage and acquisitions. Wesco's forward return is estimated at 17.5%, driven by a 9.5% free cash flow yield, 4% organic revenue growth, and 4% margin expansion. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Sep 18
WESCO: Weak Demand Outlook
Summary WESCO International's results have consistently missed expectations, driven by weak demand and significant headwinds in its business portfolio, particularly in the utilities segment. Valuations are near long-term averages, but shrinking earnings growth expectations pose downside risks, despite slightly re-rated 1-year fwd P/E multiples. Technical analysis suggests further downside, albeit slowly, before bullish reversals. Manufacturing PMIs have been contracting for many months now, but they are a key thing to monitor and are a source of upside risk should they rebound as this suggests an improved business environment for WESCO. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
New Narrative • Aug 27
Calculated Acquisitions And Digital Shift Propel Company Towards A Lucrative Future
Strategic focus on software-based acquisitions aims to boost digital transformation, leading to operational efficiencies and enhanced cross-sell opportunities.Shareholder Returns
| WCC | US Trade Distributors | US Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | -0.7% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| 1Y | 115.1% | 20.3% | 28.6% |
Return vs Industry: WCC exceeded the US Trade Distributors industry which returned 20.6% over the past year.
Return vs Market: WCC exceeded the US Market which returned 28.4% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| WCC volatility | |
|---|---|
| WCC Average Weekly Movement | 7.0% |
| Trade Distributors Industry Average Movement | 7.3% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.8% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.0% |
Stable Share Price: WCC has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: WCC's weekly volatility (7%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1922 | 21,000 | John Engel | www.wesco.com |
WESCO International, Inc. provides business-to-business distribution, logistics services, and supply chain solutions in the United States, Canada, and internationally. It operates through three segments: Electrical & Electronic Solutions (EES), Communications & Security Solutions (CSS), and Utility & Broadband Solutions (UBS). The EES segment offers electrical equipment and supplies, automation and connected devices, security, lighting, wire and cable, and safety, as well as maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) products.
WESCO International, Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| WCC fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$17.74b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$695.60m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$24.25b |
25.3x
P/E Ratio0.7x
P/S RatioIs WCC overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| WCC income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | US$24.25b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$19.11b |
| Gross Profit | US$5.14b |
| Other Expenses | US$4.44b |
| Earnings | US$695.60m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 14.28 |
| Gross Margin | 21.19% |
| Net Profit Margin | 2.87% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 111.5% |
How did WCC perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
0.6%
Current Dividend Yield13%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/29 04:02 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/29 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
WESCO International, Inc. is covered by 26 analysts. 9 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| David Manthey | Baird |
| Robert Cornell | Barclays |
| Guy Hardwick | Barclays |