European Wax Center (EWCZ) Stock Overview
Operates as the franchisor and operator of out-of-home waxing services in the United States. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 3/6 |
| Future Growth | 3/6 |
| Past Performance | 2/6 |
| Financial Health | 1/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Analyst Price Targets
European Wax Center, Inc. Competitors
Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$5.81 |
| 52 Week High | US$6.52 |
| 52 Week Low | US$3.12 |
| Beta | 1.42 |
| 1 Month Change | 0% |
| 3 Month Change | 47.84% |
| 1 Year Change | 82.70% |
| 3 Year Change | -67.03% |
| 5 Year Change | n/a |
| Change since IPO | -72.84% |
Recent News & Updates
EWCZ: Takeover At US$5.80 Will Hinge On Execution And Earnings Consistency
Analysts have raised their blended $4.60 fair value estimate for European Wax Center to $5.80, citing recent price target adjustments from firms increasing their outlooks, along with a mix of upgrades and downgrades that highlight differing views on the company’s earnings power and valuation reset. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on European Wax Center reflects a mixed backdrop, with some firms adjusting price targets modestly higher while others are stepping back and rethinking their stance.
EWCZ: Going Private Offer And Steady Margins Will Drive Upside Potential
The Analyst Price Target for European Wax Center has shifted modestly to reflect updated Street views, with changes quantified in cents and driven by analysts reassessing assumptions around the discount rate, long term profit margins, and future P/E following recent mixed rating moves and small price target adjustments at several firms. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts lifting price targets by cents rather than dollars point to incremental shifts in assumptions around discount rates and long term margins rather than a wholesale rethink of the story, which can matter for investors focused on valuation sensitivity.EWCZ: Going Private Premium And Mixed Rating Shifts Will Shape Returns
Analysts have raised their price target for European Wax Center by a combined $1.10, citing updated assumptions on the discount rate, long-term revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E as the drivers of their revisions. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts connect their higher price targets to refreshed assumptions on long term revenue growth.EWCZ: Going Private Deal Will Reshape Risk Profile And Future Returns
The analyst price target for European Wax Center has moved to $7.64 from $6.79, with analysts pointing to updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E after recent mixed research that included target increases from Telsey Advisory and Baird, as well as a Truist downgrade and a Morgan Stanley upgrade. Analyst Commentary Recent research on European Wax Center reflects a mix of optimism and caution, with some analysts raising price targets while others are taking a more conservative stance.Recent updates
EWCZ: Takeover At US$5.80 Will Hinge On Execution And Earnings Consistency
Analysts have raised their blended $4.60 fair value estimate for European Wax Center to $5.80, citing recent price target adjustments from firms increasing their outlooks, along with a mix of upgrades and downgrades that highlight differing views on the company’s earnings power and valuation reset. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on European Wax Center reflects a mixed backdrop, with some firms adjusting price targets modestly higher while others are stepping back and rethinking their stance.EWCZ: Going Private Offer And Steady Margins Will Drive Upside Potential
The Analyst Price Target for European Wax Center has shifted modestly to reflect updated Street views, with changes quantified in cents and driven by analysts reassessing assumptions around the discount rate, long term profit margins, and future P/E following recent mixed rating moves and small price target adjustments at several firms. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts lifting price targets by cents rather than dollars point to incremental shifts in assumptions around discount rates and long term margins rather than a wholesale rethink of the story, which can matter for investors focused on valuation sensitivity.EWCZ: Going Private Premium And Mixed Rating Shifts Will Shape Returns
Analysts have raised their price target for European Wax Center by a combined $1.10, citing updated assumptions on the discount rate, long-term revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E as the drivers of their revisions. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts connect their higher price targets to refreshed assumptions on long term revenue growth.EWCZ: Going Private Deal Will Reshape Risk Profile And Future Returns
The analyst price target for European Wax Center has moved to $7.64 from $6.79, with analysts pointing to updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E after recent mixed research that included target increases from Telsey Advisory and Baird, as well as a Truist downgrade and a Morgan Stanley upgrade. Analyst Commentary Recent research on European Wax Center reflects a mix of optimism and caution, with some analysts raising price targets while others are taking a more conservative stance.EWCZ: Takeover Premium Will Depend On Execution Risks Around Store Expansion
Analysts have lifted their average price target for European Wax Center by about $1.10, reflecting updated views on revenue growth, margin potential, and future P/E assumptions following recent rating changes and incremental target increases from several firms. Analyst Commentary Recent rating changes and price target moves show that analysts are not aligned on European Wax Center, and that some remain cautious even as others tweak their models higher.EWCZ: Takeover Premium Will Heighten Risk If Deal Fails To Close
Analysts have lifted their price target on European Wax Center by about $0.80, reflecting updated assumptions for fair value at 4.6, a lower discount rate, and higher revenue growth and profit margin expectations that also bring the projected future P/E down to 9.17. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on European Wax Center points to a mixed setup, with some firms lifting price targets and others turning more cautious on the shares.European Wax Center: Despite The Pain, This Prospect Offers Upside
Jan 22Investors Continue Waiting On Sidelines For European Wax Center, Inc. (NASDAQ:EWCZ)
Jan 07
Investors Will Want European Wax Center's (NASDAQ:EWCZ) Growth In ROCE To Persist
Dec 18Is European Wax Center (NASDAQ:EWCZ) A Risky Investment?
Nov 13Returns On Capital Are Showing Encouraging Signs At European Wax Center (NASDAQ:EWCZ)
Aug 31Positive Sentiment Still Eludes European Wax Center, Inc. (NASDAQ:EWCZ) Following 26% Share Price Slump
Aug 02Market Participants Recognise European Wax Center, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:EWCZ) Earnings Pushing Shares 67% Higher
May 17When Should You Buy European Wax Center, Inc. (NASDAQ:EWCZ)?
May 08Elevated Risks Justify A Cautious Approach To European Wax Center
Apr 22Positive Sentiment Still Eludes European Wax Center, Inc. (NASDAQ:EWCZ) Following 35% Share Price Slump
Apr 02European Wax Center, Inc. (NASDAQ:EWCZ) Analysts Are Cutting Their Estimates: Here's What You Need To Know
Mar 14Is European Wax Center, Inc. (NASDAQ:EWCZ) Trading At A 41% Discount?
Feb 16Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By European Wax Center, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:EWCZ) 27% Share Price Surge
Nov 12Is European Wax Center, Inc. (NASDAQ:EWCZ) Potentially Undervalued?
Nov 08
Innovative Strategies And Analyst Optimism Propel Future Revenue And Earnings Growth
Enhanced data analytics and new service offerings like laser hair removal pilot aim to boost customer retention, loyalty, and attract new customers.What You Can Learn From European Wax Center, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:EWCZ) P/E After Its 25% Share Price Crash
Aug 08An Intrinsic Calculation For European Wax Center, Inc. (NASDAQ:EWCZ) Suggests It's 48% Undervalued
Aug 07We Like These Underlying Return On Capital Trends At European Wax Center (NASDAQ:EWCZ)
Jul 21European Wax Center: Hunted By Laser Competitors
Apr 27We Think European Wax Center (NASDAQ:EWCZ) Is Taking Some Risk With Its Debt
Apr 17The Strong Earnings Posted By European Wax Center (NASDAQ:EWCZ) Are A Good Indication Of The Strength Of The Business
Mar 13Shareholder Returns
| EWCZ | US Consumer Services | US Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | 0% | -0.8% | 0.6% |
| 1Y | 82.7% | -19.2% | 28.4% |
Return vs Industry: EWCZ exceeded the US Consumer Services industry which returned -17.5% over the past year.
Return vs Market: EWCZ exceeded the US Market which returned 28.2% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| EWCZ volatility | |
|---|---|
| EWCZ Average Weekly Movement | 12.3% |
| Consumer Services Industry Average Movement | 7.8% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.1% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.2% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.2% |
Stable Share Price: EWCZ's share price has been volatile over the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: EWCZ's weekly volatility (12%) has been stable over the past year, but is still higher than 75% of US stocks.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 159 | Chris Morris | waxcenter.com |
European Wax Center, Inc. operates as the franchisor and operator of out-of-home waxing services in the United States. It offers body and facial waxing services; and pre- and post-service products, including ingrown hair serums, exfoliating gels, brow shapers, and skin treatments, as well as skincare retail products. It also provides full-sized and travel-sized SKUs in branded product portfolio.
European Wax Center, Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| EWCZ fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$316.86m |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$8.56m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$206.63m |
29.9x
P/E Ratio1.2x
P/S RatioIs EWCZ overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| EWCZ income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | US$206.63m |
| Cost of Revenue | US$53.83m |
| Gross Profit | US$152.79m |
| Other Expenses | US$144.23m |
| Earnings | US$8.56m |
Last Reported Earnings
Jan 03, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 0.19 |
| Gross Margin | 73.95% |
| Net Profit Margin | 4.14% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 361.2% |
How did EWCZ perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/04 11:37 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/04 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/01/03 |
| Annual Earnings | 2026/01/03 |
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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Analyst Sources
European Wax Center, Inc. is covered by 9 analysts. 4 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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| Jonathan Komp | Baird |
| Kelly Crago | Citigroup Inc |
| Citi Research | Citigroup Inc |