WESCO International (WCC) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

WESCO International, Inc. (NYSE: WCC) is a leading global distributor of electrical, industrial, and communications maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products. The company offers a comprehensive suite of supply chain management and logistics services designed to support a wide range of industries, including commercial construction, utility, industrial manufacturing, and telecommunications. Through its extensive network of branches, distribution centers and value-added centers, WESCO helps customers streamline procurement, improve efficiency and reduce costs across the product lifecycle.

The company’s product portfolio spans electrical and electronic solutions such as lighting, wiring devices, transformers and switchgear, as well as communications and security offerings including structured cabling, data center infrastructure, access control and perimeter security. WESCO also provides automation and control technologies, power conversion equipment, tools, safety and personal protective gear, and comprehensive repair services. By integrating inventory management, just-in-time delivery and vendor-managed inventory programs, WESCO delivers tailored solutions that meet the complex needs of its customers.

Founded in 1922 as the Westinghouse Electric Supply Company, WESCO International has evolved through strategic acquisitions and organic growth to establish a presence in more than 50 countries. The company’s operations extend across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Latin America, supported by a global supply chain and advanced distribution network. With a focus on digital transformation, WESCO leverages e-commerce platforms, data analytics and automation to enhance customer engagement and optimize operational performance.

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, WESCO is led by Chief Executive Officer John J. Engel, who has guided the company’s expansion and diversification strategies since assuming the role in 2016. Engel and a seasoned senior management team emphasize a customer-centric approach, investing in technology and talent to drive innovation in supply chain solutions. Under this leadership, WESCO continues to adapt to evolving market demands, strengthen its service capabilities and pursue opportunities in emerging energy and communications infrastructure markets.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $192.52 to $194.92
• 50-Day Range: $151.63 to $194.29
• 52-Week Range: $125.21 to $216.17
• Volume: 397,772 shs
• Average Volume: 722,073 shs
• Market Capitalization: $9.48 billion
• P/E Ratio: 14.70
• Dividend Yield: 0.94%
• Price Target: $212.63
• Consensus Rating: Buy

WESCO International Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

WESCO International scored higher than 63% of companies evaluated by MarketBeat, and ranked 958th out of 1,998 stocks in the computer and technology sector. Scores are calculated by averaging available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

Analyst's Opinion

• Score: 1.5 / 5
• Analyst Rating: Buy

Consensus Rating

WESCO International has received a consensus rating of Buy. The company's average rating score is 3.00, and is based on 7 buy ratings, 1 hold rating, and no sell ratings.

Amount of Analyst Coverage

WESCO International has only been the subject of 4 research reports in the past 90 days.

Earnings and Valuation

• Score: 3.1 / 5
• Proj. Earnings Growth: 19.25%

Earnings Growth

Earnings for WESCO International are expected to grow by 19.25% in the coming year, from $13.30 to $15.86 per share.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market

The P/E ratio of WESCO International is 14.70, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 25.54.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector

The P/E ratio of WESCO International is 14.70, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the Computer and Technology sector average P/E ratio of about 36.99.

Price to Earnings Growth Ratio

WESCO International has a PEG Ratio of 1.49. PEG Ratios above 1 indicate that a company could be overvalued.

Price to Book Value per Share Ratio

WESCO International has a P/B Ratio of 1.91. P/B Ratios below 3 indicates that a company is reasonably valued with respect to its assets and liabilities.

Short Interest

• Score: 3.0 / 5
• Short Interest Level: Healthy

Percentage of Shares Shorted

4.84% of the float of WESCO International has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

WESCO International has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 3.2, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in WESCO International has recently increased by 61.54%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly.

Dividend

• Score: 1.7 / 5
• Dividend Strength: Weak

Dividend Yield

WESCO International has a dividend yield of 0.94%, which is in the bottom 25% of all stocks that pay dividends.

Dividend Growth

WESCO International has only been increasing its dividend for 2 years.

Dividend Coverage

The dividend payout ratio of WESCO International is 13.77%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%.

Dividend Sustainability

Based on earnings estimates, WESCO International will have a dividend payout ratio of 11.48% next year. This indicates that WESCO International will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.

Sustainability and ESG

• Score: N/A
• Environmental Score: N/A

Percentage of Shares Shorted

4.84% of the float of WESCO International has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

WESCO International has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 3.2, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in WESCO International has recently increased by 61.54%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly.

News and Social Media

• Score: 2.0 / 5
• News Sentiment: 0.63

News Sentiment

WESCO International has a news sentiment score of 0.63. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This news sentiment score is similar to the average news sentiment of Computer and Technology companies.

News Coverage This Week

MarketBeat has tracked 8 news articles for WESCO International this week, compared to 5 articles on an average week.

MarketBeat Follows

Only 1 people have added WESCO International to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of 0% compared to the previous 30 days.

Company Ownership

• Score: 2.5 / 5
• Insider Trading: Selling Shares

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling

In the past three months, WESCO International insiders have sold more of their company's stock than they have bought. Specifically, they have bought $0.00 in company stock and sold $550,197.00 in company stock.

Percentage Held by Insiders

Only 3.30% of the stock of WESCO International is held by insiders.

Percentage Held by Institutions

93.76% of the stock of WESCO International is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company.

WCC Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have WCC shares performed this year?

WESCO International's stock was trading at $180.96 on January 1st, 2025. Since then, WCC shares have increased by 7.4% and is now trading at $194.29.

How were WESCO International's earnings last quarter?

WESCO International, Inc. (NYSE:WCC) posted its earnings results on Thursday, May, 1st. The technology company reported $2.21 EPS for the quarter, missing analysts' consensus estimates of $2.23 by $0.02. The business's revenue for the quarter was down .1% on a year-over-year basis.
Read the conference call transcript.

Does WESCO International have any subsidiaries?

The following companies are subsidiaries of WESCO International: Anixter International, Atlanta Electrical Distributors, Needham Electric Supply, Hill Country Electric Supply, Hi-Line Utility Supply, Hazmasters, LaPrairie, and more.

How do I buy shares of WESCO International?

Shares of WCC stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.

What other stocks do shareholders of WESCO International own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that WESCO International investors own include NVIDIA (NVDA), Meta Platforms (META), Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), Broadcom (AVGO), CRISPR Therapeutics (CRSP), Pure Storage (PSTG) and Adobe (ADBE).

Company Calendar

• Last Earnings: 5/01/2025
• Record date for 6/30 Dividend: 6/13/2025
• Ex-Dividend for 6/30 Dividend: 6/13/2025
• Dividend Payable: 6/30/2025
• Today: 7/04/2025
• Next Earnings (Estimated): 7/30/2025
• Fiscal Year End: 12/31/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: NYSE
• Sector: Computer and Technology
• Industry: ELEC PARTS DIST
• Sub-Industry: Trading Companies & Distributors
• Current Symbol: NYSE:WCC
• CIK: 929008
• Web: www.wesco.com
• Phone: (412) 454-2200
• Fax: 412-454-2595
• Employees: 20,000
• Year Founded: 1922

Price Target and Rating

• Average Stock Price Target: $212.63
• High Stock Price Target: $245.00
• Low Stock Price Target: $180.00
• Potential Upside/Downside: +9.4%
• Consensus Rating: Buy
• Rating Score (0-4): 3.00
• Research Coverage: 9 Analysts

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): $13.22
• Trailing P/E Ratio: 14.70
• Forward P/E Ratio: 14.61
• P/E Growth: 1.49
• Net Income: $717.60 million
• Net Margins: 3.30%
• Pretax Margin: 4.39%
• Return on Equity: 13.40%
• Return on Assets: 4.37%

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: 1.02
• Current Ratio: 2.15
• Quick Ratio: 1.23

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: $21.82 billion
• Price / Sales: 0.43
• Cash Flow: $18.01 per share
• Price / Cash Flow: 10.79
• Book Value: $101.77 per share
• Price / Book: 1.91

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: 48,800,000
• Free Float: 47,193,000
• Market Cap: $9.48 billion
• Optionable: Optionable
• Beta: 1.83