Wingstop (WING, $148.91) tops earnings expectations, raises dividend
Wingstop reported second-quarter earnings that surpassed analysts’ expectations.
The restaurant chain specializing in chicken wings raked in earnings of 39 cents a share, from 17 cents in the year-ago quarter. Analysts surveyed by FactSet had forecast earnings per share of 30 cents.
The company’s revenue increased +36% year-over-year to $66.1 million, compared to FactSet analyst consensus of $62.5 million.
"We benefited from a steadfast focus on expanding our digital business and leveraging delivery to make it seamless for fans to access … wings, fries and sides," Chief Executive Charlie Morrison said in a statement.
Wingstop announced its dividend of 14 cents a share, +27% higher than the 11 cents last quarter. The dividend is payable Sept. 11 to holders of record Aug. 28.
According to Tickeron, WING in Uptrend: price expected to rise as it breaks its lower Bollinger Band on July 13, 2020
This price move signals that WING may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the ticker or exploring call options. In 26 of 28 cases where WING's price broke its lower Bollinger Band, its price rose further in the following month. The odds of a continued Uptrend are 90%.
Current price $148.91 is above $139.92 the highest resistance line found by A.I. Throughout the month of 06/25/20 - 07/28/20, the price experienced a -4% Downtrend. During the week of 07/21/20 - 07/28/20, the stock fell -1%.
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Stochastic Indicator suggests the ticker price trend may be in a reversal from a Downtrend to an Uptrend. 37 of 48 cases where WING's Stochastic Indicator exited the oversold zone resulted in an increase in price. Tickeron's analysis proposes that the odds of a continued Uptrend are 77%.
The Momentum Indicator exceeded the 0 level on July 27, 2020. Traders may consider buying the ticker or exploring call options. In 75 of 88 cases where the ticker's Momentum Indicator exceeded 0, its price rose further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued Uptrend are 85%.
The Aroon Indicator entered an Uptrend today. In 231 of 287 similar cases where WING Aroon's Indicator entered an Uptrend, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued Uptrend are 80%.
Bearish Trend Analysis
The RSI Indicator appears to be shifting from an Uptrend to a Downtrend. In 31 of 48 cases where WING's RSI indicator exited the overbought zone, the price fell further within the following month. The odds of a continued Downtrend are 65%.
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) crossed below the signal line. In 29 of 50 cases where WING's MACD histogram became negative, the price fell further within the following month. The odds of a continued Downtrend are 58%.
Following a 3-day Decline, the ticker is projected to fall further. Considering data from situations where WING declined for three days, in 172 of 283 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued Downtrend are 61%.
Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)
Tickeron has a positive outlook on this ticker and predicts a further increase by more than 4.00% within the next month with a likelihood of 68%. During the last month, the daily ratio of advancing to declining volumes was 1.84 to 1.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is 11 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating low risk on high returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 84, placing this stock better than average.
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is 29 (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 Price Growth Rating for this company is 42 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. WING’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 87 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is significantly 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: WING's P/B Ratio (-19.43) is slightly lower than the industry average of (2.70). P/E Ratio (180.25) is within average values for comparable stocks, (122.18). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.00) is also within normal values, averaging (6.63). Dividend Yield (0.46) settles around the average of (1.21) among similar stocks. WING's P/S Ratio (11.14) is very high in comparison to the industry average of (1.49).
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is 100 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating weak sales and an unprofitable 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.
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WING's RSI Oscillator is remaining in oversold zone for 1 day
It is expected that a price bounce should occur soon.
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Stochastic Oscillator shows that the ticker has stayed in the oversold zone for 20 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 WING advanced for three days, in of 329 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
WING may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
Bearish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on July 10, 2026. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on WING as a result. In of 87 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 WING turned negative on July 09, 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 41 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In of the 41 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at .
WING moved below its 50-day moving average on July 14, 2026 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend.
The 10-day moving average for WING crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on July 21, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In of 12 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 .
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where WING 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 WING entered a downward trend on August 07, 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.
Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued 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 (0.000) is normal, around the industry mean (6.281). P/E Ratio (27.636) is within average values for comparable stocks, (39.360). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (1.807) is also within normal values, averaging (1.710). Dividend Yield (0.010) settles around the average of (0.027) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (4.482) is also within normal values, averaging (2.397).
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating slightly worse than average price growth. WING’s price grows at a lower rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to worse than average 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 SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating weak sales and an unprofitable 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 Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. WING’s unstable profits reported over time resulted in significant Drawdowns within these last five years. A stable profit reduces stock drawdown and volatility. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 85, placing this stock worse than average.
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