Wealthfront (NASDAQ:WLTH – Get Free Report) had its price target decreased by equities research analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from $16.00 to $10.00 in a report released on Thursday,Benzinga reports. The brokerage currently has an “overweight” rating on the stock. JPMorgan Chase & Co.‘s price target suggests a potential upside of 26.01% from the company’s previous close.
Several other analysts have also recently commented on WLTH. Zacks Research raised Wealthfront to a “hold” rating in a report on Thursday, January 15th. Royal Bank Of Canada reduced their price target on shares of Wealthfront from $17.00 to $14.00 and set an “outperform” rating on the stock in a research report on Monday. Wells Fargo & Company lowered their price objective on shares of Wealthfront from $12.50 to $12.00 and set an “overweight” rating for the company in a research report on Thursday. Keefe, Bruyette & Woods reissued a “market perform” rating and issued a $9.50 price objective (down from $13.50) on shares of Wealthfront in a research note on Thursday. Finally, Wall Street Zen upgraded shares of Wealthfront from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Friday, January 23rd. Three analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and three have assigned a Hold rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat.com, Wealthfront currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $11.20.
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Wealthfront Price Performance
Wealthfront (NASDAQ:WLTH – Get Free Report) last announced its earnings results on Wednesday, March 11th. The company reported ($1.31) earnings per share for the quarter, missing analysts’ consensus estimates of ($1.24) by ($0.07). The business had revenue of $96.14 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $91.95 million.
Institutional Trading of Wealthfront
A number of large investors have recently modified their holdings of WLTH. Azora Capital LP bought a new position in Wealthfront during the 4th quarter worth about $4,084,000. Element Capital Management LLC bought a new stake in shares of Wealthfront in the 4th quarter valued at about $1,278,000. Dragoneer Investment Group LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Wealthfront in the 4th quarter worth approximately $8,892,000. FJ Capital Management LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Wealthfront in the 4th quarter worth approximately $4,270,000. Finally, Index Venture Associates VI Ltd bought a new position in shares of Wealthfront during the fourth quarter valued at approximately $128,567,000.
Key Stories Impacting Wealthfront
Here are the key news stories impacting Wealthfront this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Company reported record annual revenue and a quarterly revenue record; total platform assets rose ~17% year‑over‑year to a record $94.1 billion, supporting the growth story. Wealthfront Reports Fiscal Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2026 Results
- Positive Sentiment: Company announced a share‑repurchase plan alongside its results, which can support the share price over time by reducing float and signaling confidence from management. Wealthfront Announces Record Results and Share Repurchase Plan
- Positive Sentiment: Wells Fargo trimmed its price target to $12.00 but kept an “overweight” rating, implying continued analyst conviction in upside versus current levels. Wells Fargo price target note – Benzinga
- Neutral Sentiment: Keefe, Bruyette & Woods reaffirmed a “market perform” rating but cut its target to $9.50, reflecting more cautious near‑term expectations while keeping the stock in a hold/neutral posture. Keefe, Bruyette & Woods note – Benzinga
- Negative Sentiment: Wealthfront missed EPS expectations for the quarter (reported ($1.31) vs. consensus ($1.24)) despite a revenue beat; the earnings miss is a primary driver of today’s selling. Earnings results & conference call – MarketBeat
- Negative Sentiment: Several analysts cut forecasts and targets after the Q4 print, prompting downgrades and contributing to heavy downside momentum in the stock. These Analysts Cut Their Forecasts On Wealthfront After Q4 Earnings
- Negative Sentiment: Multiple securities‑litigation firms (Faruqi & Faruqi; Bleichmar Fonti & Auld) announced investigations into Wealthfront, which raises legal/settlement risk and typically increases short‑term investor uncertainty. Faruqi & Faruqi investigation notice BFA Law investigation notice
About Wealthfront
Wealthfront (NASDAQ:WLTH) is a technology-driven wealth management firm that provides automated investment services to individual investors. Operating as a robo-advisor, the company uses algorithms and software to construct and manage diversified portfolios largely composed of low-cost exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Its platform is geared toward long-term, goal-based investing with an emphasis on passive strategies, automated rebalancing and straightforward user experience delivered through web and mobile applications.
The company’s product suite includes automated portfolio management, tax-loss harvesting and goal-planning tools that help clients set and track financial objectives.
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