WDCWestern Digital shows a mixed but generally positive outlook. Strong long-term performance and a robust product portfolio are supported by improving market conditions. However, recent profitability dips and near-term technical headwinds warrant attention.
Western Digital is positioned to benefit from growth in data storage demand, driven by cloud computing, AI, and connected devices. The ongoing transition to advanced NAND flash technology is a key thematic driver.
Western Digital demonstrates solid revenue generation and improving profitability metrics in recent quarters. While debt levels are significant, cash flow generation is positive, and a strong balance sheet is maintained.
The stock shows strong upward momentum with prices trading above key moving averages. Recent performance indicates healthy gains, although some indicators suggest it might be approaching overbought territory.
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Data Storage Demand Growth | 85 |
| AI & Cloud Infrastructure | 80 |
| Transition to Advanced NAND | 70 |
| Market Competition | 65 |
| Consumer Electronics Cycles | 75 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 75 |
| Profitability | 70 |
| Growth | 40 |
| Balance Sheet Health | 70 |
| Cash Flow | 45 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Trend Analysis | 85 |
| Momentum | 60 |
| Volume Confirmation | 75 |
| Support & Resistance | 80 |
| Short-Term Performance | 85 |
Positive EPS Surprises
The company has a history of beating earnings estimates, with a significant positive surprise of 21.05% in Q2 2025 and 23.0% in Q4 2024. This suggests strong operational execution and effective cost management.
Strong Recent Performance
The stock has shown robust performance, with a 47.86% year-to-date return and a 42.06% return over the last six months. This indicates positive investor sentiment and market momentum.
Recent Net Loss
The company reported a net income of -$798 million for the fiscal year ending 2024Q2, indicating a recent period of unprofitability. This contrasts with a positive net income of $1.546 billion in the prior year.
Fluctuating and High Quarterly P/E
While TTM P/E is 23.63, quarterly P/E ratios have been highly volatile, reaching as high as 617.4 in Q2 2024 and 189.6 in Q1 2024. This indicates potential valuation concerns if profitability does not stabilize.
June 2025
4
Ex-Dividend Date
June 2025
18
Next Dividend Date
July 2025
31
Next Earnings Date
H: $1.60
A: $1.48
L: $1.34
H: 2.56B
A: 2.47B
L: 2.44B
Western Digital Corporation develops, manufactures, and sells data storage devices and solutions based on hard disk drive (HDD) technology in the Americas, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Its products include internal HDDs, data center drives, data center platforms, external drives, portable drives, NAS for home and office, and accessories. Its portfolio of technology and products addresses primary end markets, such as cloud, client, and consumer. The company sells its data storage devices and solutions through its sales personnel, dealers, distributors, and retailers. Western Digital Corporation was founded in 1970 and is headquartered in San Jose, California.
66.73 USD
The 39 analysts offering 1 year price forecasts for WDC have a max estimate of 85.00 and a min estimate of 40.00.