Western Digital’s (WDC, $50.52) quarterly report may be concerning for investors
Computer hard drive maker, Western Digital, published quarterly report with estimate-missing earnings of $0.17 per share compared to the $3.63 per share a year ago. The company reported revenue of only $3.67 billion during the quarter, compared to last year’s $5.01 billion, missing estimates by 0.74%.
So the key question for the investors is: what’s next for the stock?
While there are no easy answers, investors may still watch out for the forthcoming quarterly earnings outlook which includes not only company’s current consensus earnings expectations, but also how these expectations have changed over time.
However, estimates revisions trends for the company have been unfavorable, with analysts changing the ratings to ‘sell’ for the stock. This could mean the shares may underperform in near future.
Investors also need to be mindful of the material impact of industry, as Intel (INTC) also provided a disappointing guidance last week as memory chip pricing has stayed in its doldrums so far in 2019.
While WDC is up more than 30% year-to-date, following the quarterly announcement it fell nearly 7% to $47 a share on Monday.
WDC in downward trend: 10-day moving average broke below 50-day moving average on July 16, 2026
The 10-day moving average for WDC crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on July 16, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In of 11 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bearish Trend Analysis
The 10-day RSI Indicator for WDC moved out of overbought territory on June 23, 2026. This could be a bearish sign for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 42 similar instances where the indicator moved out of overbought territory. In of the 42 cases, the stock moved lower in the following days. This puts the odds of a move lower at .
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on June 30, 2026. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on WDC as a result. In of 75 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for WDC turned negative on June 26, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 49 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In of the 49 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at .
WDC moved below its 50-day moving average on July 15, 2026 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend.
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where WDC declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Aroon Indicator for WDC entered a downward trend on July 20, 2026. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Stochastic Oscillator shows that the ticker has stayed in the oversold zone for 3 days. The price of this ticker is presumed to bounce back soon, since the longer the ticker stays in the oversold zone, the more promptly an upward trend is expected.
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where WDC advanced for three days, in of 349 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
WDC may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating very strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to outstanding earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating low risk on high returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 87, placing this stock better than average.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. WDC’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly overvalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (19.531) is normal, around the industry mean (10.546). P/E Ratio (32.818) is within average values for comparable stocks, (41.946). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.488) is also within normal values, averaging (3.805). Dividend Yield (0.001) settles around the average of (0.020) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (17.513) is also within normal values, averaging (70.876).
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