With a retail and direct-to-consumer presence, Williams-Sonoma is a player in the nearly $300 billion domestic home category and $450 billion international home market, focused on expanding its exposure in the B2B ($80 billion total addressable market), marketplace, and franchise areas... Show more
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is a leading omnichannel specialty retailer of premium home products, headquartered in San Francisco, California. Founded in 1956, the company operates a portfolio of well-known brands including Williams Sonoma, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, West Elm, Williams Sonoma Home, Rejuvenation, Mark and Graham, and the newer GreenRow concept. With approximately 506 retail stores across the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom — plus international franchise operations in the Middle East, Mexico, South Korea, India, and the Philippines — WSM has built a formidable global footprint. E-commerce accounts for roughly 65% of the company's $7.8 billion in annual sales, making it one of the largest multi-channel specialty retailers in the world. The company also operates a fast-growing B2B division serving trade and contract customers, targeting an $80 billion total addressable market. Investors closely follow WSM for its strong brand equity, consistent dividend growth, and ability to navigate housing cycles with disciplined margin management.
WSM shares closed at $192.50 on May 22, 2026, and reached $226.06 by June 22, 2026 — a gain of approximately 17.5% over the 30-day period. The stock hit a fresh 52-week high of $234.42 intraday on June 17 before settling into a modest consolidation. This sharp upward move marked one of the strongest monthly performances for WSM in recent years and significantly outpaced the broader S&P 500 over the same window.
Zooming out to the quarterly view, WSM has risen roughly 23% since late March 2026, when shares traded near $183. The three-month trend reflects a steady climb punctuated by an earnings-driven acceleration in mid-May. The stock's year-to-date return stands at approximately 26.7%, underscoring sustained momentum throughout 2026.
The primary catalyst for WSM's 30-day surge was the company's Q1 FY2027 earnings report released on May 21, 2026. Williams-Sonoma delivered revenue of $1.81 billion, up 4.4% year-over-year, and adjusted earnings per share of $1.93, beating consensus estimates of $1.80. Comparable brand revenue grew 4.8%, and — in a milestone moment — every single brand in the portfolio posted a positive comp. West Elm led with an 8.5% comp, the Williams Sonoma brand delivered 5%, Pottery Barn Kids achieved 4.5%, and Pottery Barn returned to positive territory at 1%.
The B2B segment reached a record quarter with 13.7% growth, driven by 9% trade growth and 22% contract growth. Management noted the division is targeting a path to $2 billion in revenue. Gross margin held at 44%, down only 30 basis points year-over-year despite tariff cost flow-through, demonstrating effective supply chain efficiency gains.
Analyst activity amplified the post-earnings rally. Bank of America reinstated coverage with a Buy rating and a $250 price target on June 12. Jefferies reiterated its Buy rating with a Street-high $260 target on June 17. Goldman Sachs had already upgraded WSM to Buy in mid-April. The company also continued returning capital aggressively — $288 million in share repurchases and $85 million in dividends during Q1 alone, with the quarterly dividend raised 15% to $0.76 per share.
Additional positive sentiment came from product innovation and brand collaborations, including the launch of Dormify targeting Gen Z consumers, the Hill House Home exclusive collection, and the GreenRow brand's first retail store opening in New York's SoHo neighborhood. A partnership with OpenAI to test advertising within ChatGPT also signaled forward-leaning digital strategy.
WSM's quarterly performance reflects a broader narrative of resilient consumer demand for premium home goods despite macroeconomic headwinds. The stock began the quarter near $183 in late March, recovering from a February-March pullback driven by tariff fears and housing market uncertainty. Sentiment shifted decisively in April when Goldman Sachs upgraded the stock to Buy, followed by strong Q4 FY2026 results reported in March that showed revenue stabilization and margin strength.
The May earnings beat served as the inflection point, confirming that product innovation, brand refresh cycles, and B2B expansion were driving organic growth independent of housing market tailwinds. The company's ability to maintain operating margins in the 16-18% range while absorbing higher tariff and freight costs demonstrated operational discipline that resonated with institutional investors. Shareholder returns — including the 15% dividend hike marking the 17th consecutive year of increases — reinforced confidence in management's capital allocation strategy. By mid-June, WSM had not only recovered all tariff-related losses but pushed to new all-time highs.
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Looking ahead, several factors will shape WSM's trajectory. The company's next earnings report, expected around August 25, 2026, will be critical for assessing whether the Q1 momentum carried through the seasonally important second quarter. Management reiterated full-year FY2027 guidance of 2% to 6% comparable brand revenue growth and operating margins of 17.5% to 18.1%, but declined to raise guidance despite the Q1 beat — citing uncertainty around tariffs, geopolitics, oil prices, and housing market conditions.
Tariff policy remains the most significant external risk. The peak impact of tariff costs is expected to flow through in Q2, and any escalation or resolution of trade policy could materially affect margins. Housing market trends — mortgage rates, existing home sales, and new construction — will continue influencing demand for home furnishings, though WSM has demonstrated an ability to grow even in a subdued housing environment. The B2B segment's path toward $2 billion represents a structural growth opportunity that could decouple WSM from pure consumer cyclicality. Competitive dynamics with peers like RH and Wayfair also warrant monitoring, particularly as each pursues distinct strategies in the premium home market. Finally, WSM's ongoing digital innovation — including AI-powered customer experiences and advertising partnerships — may provide incremental growth levers that analysts have not yet fully priced into models.
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The 50-day moving average for WSM moved above the 200-day moving average on June 16, 2026. This could be a long-term bullish signal for the stock as the stock shifts to an upward trend.
The 10-day moving average for WSM crossed bullishly above the 50-day moving average on May 28, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted higher and could be considered a buy signal. In of 16 past instances when the 10-day crossed above the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where WSM advanced for three days, in of 312 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
The Aroon Indicator entered an Uptrend today. In of 255 cases where WSM Aroon's Indicator entered an Uptrend, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued Uptrend are .
The 10-day RSI Indicator for WSM moved out of overbought territory on June 30, 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 43 similar instances where the indicator moved out of overbought territory. In of the 43 cases, the stock moved lower in the following days. This puts the odds of a move lower at .
The Stochastic Oscillator may be shifting from an upward trend to a downward trend. In of 54 cases where WSM's Stochastic Oscillator exited the overbought zone, the price fell further within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for WSM turned negative on July 01, 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 52 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In of the 52 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at .
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where WSM declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
WSM broke above its upper Bollinger Band on June 11, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to drop as the stock moves back below the upper band and toward the middle band. You may want to consider selling the stock or exploring put options.
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 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 89, placing this stock better than average.
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 Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. WSM’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Seasonality Score of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is significantly overvalued in the industry. The Tickeron Seasonality score describes the variance of predictable price changes around the same period every calendar year. These changes can be tied to a specific month, quarter, holiday or vacation period, as well as a meteorological or growing season.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (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: WSM's P/B Ratio (14.245) is slightly higher than the industry average of (4.723). P/E Ratio (25.343) is within average values for comparable stocks, (29.488). WSM's Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (2.975) is very high in comparison to the industry average of (1.344). Dividend Yield (0.012) settles around the average of (0.029) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (3.497) is also within normal values, averaging (1.281).
The average fundamental analysis ratings, where 1 is best and 100 is worst, are as follows
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