Wells Fargo & Company(WFC)Stock Price & Analysis
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WFC Stock Price Today (October 2026) — Wells Fargo & Company Analysis & Key Metrics 2026-10-07

Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) is trading at $80.26, down 1.53% today (as of October 2026). The stock continues to show pressure below major moving averages, attracting attention from investors looking for Financial Services growth opportunities.

  • According to consensus analyst estimates, the 1-year price target is $100.37 (25.1% upside).
  • Volatility is low (19.48% annualized), implying relatively contained price movements for short-term traders.
  • The fundamental picture, based on the latest financial filings, is nuanced: solid revenue growth (9.50% YoY) alongside competitive pressures in the Banks - Diversified space.

WFC Stock Analysis: Key Metrics & Valuation (October 2026)

Concise, actionable data for investors

Trend posture
Downtrend: below 50- and 200-day averages
Analyst 1Y target$100.37+25.1%
Volatility (30d ann.)19.48%Low
RSI (14-day)
32.16 (Neutral)
Debt$478.47B (N/A D/E)

Wells Fargo & Company - Historical Price & Volume

$80.26
+24.86 (+44.87%)
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Market Cap

$242.71B

Enterprise Value: $224.76B

P/E Ratio

12.93

Forward P/E: 10.93

Revenue Growth

+9.50%

Year over Year

Analyst Target

$100.37

+25.1% upside potential

Key Investor Questions About WFC

What investors need to know before buying

Is it a good time to buy WFC stock?

Based on current market data, WFC presents a neutral technical setup with mixed signals fundamentals.

  • Technicals say: Neutral (RSI 32.16)
  • Fundamentals say: Mixed signals (nuanced financial profile)
Can WFC sustain revenue growth in the Banks - Diversified market?

WFC's growth trajectory depends on its ability to expand within the Banks - Diversified sector while managing margin pressures.

  • Future growth will depend on performance in core Banks - Diversified operations.
  • The ability to manage competitive pressures will be crucial for sustained growth.
What are the biggest risks facing WFC stock?

The primary risks for WFC investors include debt exposure and competitive dynamics in the Banks - Diversified industry.

  • $478.47B in debt could be a headwind in a high-rate environment.
  • Fierce competition from established players in Banks - Diversified.

52-Week Trading Range

52-Week Low$72.78
52-Week High$97.76
Current Price$80.26

Over the past year, WFC stock traded between $72.78 and $97.76 and currently trades in the middle of that range. Big swings are less likely unless a major catalyst emerges.

Volatility & Risk Profile

30-Day Volatility19.48%
Beta0.86
RSI (14-day)32.16

With 19.48% annualized volatility and β=0.86, the stock exhibits moderate correlation to market moves—making WFC suitable for investors comfortable with active risk management.

Institutional & Insider Ownership

Insider Ownership0.09%
Institutional Ownership78.74%
Shares Short9.35K

High institutional ownership with low short interest suggests steadier hands and low immediate risk.

Analyst Sentiment & Price Targets

Mean Target
$100.37
Upside Potential
+25.1%
Recommendation
buy
Analysts see strong upside potential with a target of $100.37. The 25.1% upside suggests optimistic growth expectations.

Latest News & Headlines

Recent headlines and coverage

BloombergSep 25, 2026

Polymarket Wagers on Bank Failures Trigger FDIC Concerns

Polymarket bets on the likelihood that some of the biggest names in banking, including Wells Fargo & Co., JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Bank of America Corp., will fail are drawing scrutiny from officials in Washington, according to people familiar with the matter.

24/7 Wall St.Sep 24, 2026

Wells Fargo Says the AI Spending Math Breaks in 2028 and Just Cut Its S&P 500 Target to 7,700

Wells Fargo's chief equity strategist sees a spending cliff forming inside the AI buildout, and the arithmetic he uses to locate it points to a very specific year when the math stops working for hyperscaler earnings.

The Wall Street JournalSep 23, 2026

Wells Fargo Names COO Powell as Next Chief Risk Officer

Wells Fargo Bank is appointing Chief Operating Officer Scott Powell as its next chief risk officer. Powell will succeed Derek Flowers, who is retiring from the bank in January, it said Wednesday. The company said Powell’s successor as operating chief will be appointed “in the near future.”

BisnowSep 23, 2026

32-Story Downtown Boston Office Tower Heading To Foreclosure Auction

Wells Fargo foreclosed on 100 Summer St., a 32-story tower owned by Rockpoint Group. The auction is scheduled Oct. 20 with Sullivan & Sullivan.

Insider MonkeySep 22, 2026

Wells Fargo Starts Applied Digital (APLD) at Overweight and Calls it a Top Idea

Wells Fargo began coverage of Applied Digital Corporation (NASDAQ:APLD) on September 17 with an Overweight rating and a $50 price target. Analyst Eric Luebchow named it a Top Idea. The shares rose after the note and have stayed above their pre-call level since. Wells Fargo’s call is built on leases already signed, not on demand […]

ZacksSep 22, 2026

Wells Fargo (WFC) Stock Moves -3.92%: What You Should Know

Wells Fargo (WFC) closed the most recent trading day at $83.15, moving 3.92% from the previous trading session.

ZacksSep 22, 2026

Fed Rate Hike: What it Means for Wells Fargo's NII Outlook

Fed's latest rate hike could support WFC's NII expansion, but rising deposit costs and may limit the upside to some extent.

Motley FoolSep 21, 2026

Stock Market Today, Sept. 21: Meta Surges on Excitement Over Muse Personal AI Agent

Wells Fargo's AI-driven upgrade reinforced investor confidence as Muse AI agent gained early traction on app stores, today, Sept. 21, 2026.

GuruFocus.comSep 21, 2026

Meta Stock Jumps as Wells Fargo Underwrites the AI Story

Wells Fargo's new $796 target sits just above Meta's own 52-week high

24/7 Wall St.Sep 21, 2026

We Think Meta Could Keep Soaring Higher and Wells Fargo Agrees

Wells Fargo just handed Meta a dramatically higher price target, and the reasoning behind it points to something bigger than a routine upgrade. Here is why one analyst believes the AI story at Meta is only getting started.

Earnings snapshot

Next report Oct 13, 2026 (before the open)

EPS beat rate
83% (10/12)
Avg move after earnings
±4.3%
Options-implied move
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Options vs history
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WFC earnings history, charts and expected move

Frequently Asked Questions

Common investor questions about Wells Fargo & Company

Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) is currently trading at $80.26. The RSI (14-day) is at 32.2, indicating neutral territory. Wall Street analysts have a consensus "buy" recommendation. The mean analyst price target of $100.37 implies 25.1% upside from current levels. Volatility is low at 19.5% annualized, meaning price movements are relatively contained. Investors should consider their risk tolerance, investment horizon, and portfolio diversification before making a decision.

Based on current valuation metrics for Wells Fargo & Company (WFC): The trailing P/E ratio is 12.93, which is below the market average of ~20-22, suggesting the stock may be undervalued relative to peers. The forward P/E is 10.93, lower than the trailing P/E, suggesting analysts expect earnings improvement. The PEG ratio is 1.61, near 1.0, suggesting roughly fair value relative to growth. Price-to-Book is 1.67. Price-to-Sales is 3.23. Valuation should be compared to Banks - Diversified industry peers for context, as different sectors trade at different multiples.

Based on 23 analysts covering WFC, the consensus price target is $100.37. This represents a 25.1% upside from the current price of $80.26. The range spans from a low target of $90.00 to a high target of $115.00, reflecting varying levels of optimism among analysts. The consensus recommendation is "buy". Note: Analyst price targets are forward-looking estimates and not guarantees of future performance.

Yes, Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) pays a dividend with a current yield of approximately 2.49%. The annualized dividend rate is $1.80 per share. The payout ratio is 26.2%, which is conservative and suggests the dividend is well-covered by earnings with room for future increases. The most recent ex-dividend date was Aug 7, 2026.

Key risks for Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) investors include: 1. Broader market and macroeconomic risks (interest rates, inflation, geopolitical events). 2. Banks - Diversified sector-specific competitive pressures. Investors should diversify and consider their risk tolerance before investing.

Here is Wells Fargo & Company's (WFC) current debt and financial health profile: Total debt stands at $478.47B. The company holds $496.41B in cash and equivalents.