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Western Digital (NASDAQ:WDC) Stock, Rapport sur les intérêts à découvert

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Western Digital is a leading vertically integrated supplier of data storage solutions, spanning both hard disk drives and solid-state drives. In the HDD market it forms a practical duopoly with Seagate, and it is the largest global producer of NAND flash chips for SSDs in a joint venture with competitor Kioxia.

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Western Digital's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDC#NYSE">WDC</a>) short percent of float has fallen 9.85% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 16.25 million shares sold short, which is 5.31% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.55 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Western Digital Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732545022_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Western Digital has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Western Digital's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Western Digital's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 6.86%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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Peering Into Western Digital's Recent Short Interest

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Western Digital (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDC#NASDAQ">WDC</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in WDC usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 8 extraordinary options activities for Western Digital. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 75% leaning bullish and 25% bearish. Among these notable options, 2 are puts, totaling $157,420, and 6 are calls, amounting to $266,767.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $60.0 to $70.0 for Western Digital over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Western Digital's options for a given strike price.
Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Western Digital's whale activity within a strike price range from $60.0 to $70.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Western Digital Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732037461_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$4.7</td>
<td>$4.55</td>
<td>$4.55</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$90.5K</td>
<td>612</td>
<td align="right">13</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$5.95</td>
<td>$5.85</td>
<td>$5.95</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$72.0K</td>
<td>194</td>
<td align="right">121</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/06/24</td>
<td>$5.35</td>
<td>$5.2</td>
<td>$5.35</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$66.8K</td>
<td>133</td>
<td align="right">125</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$5.2</td>
<td>$5.0</td>
<td>$5.2</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$52.0K</td>
<td>361</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$4.15</td>
<td>$4.0</td>
<td>$4.1</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$40.9K</td>
<td>4.0K</td>
<td align="right">116</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Western Digital</h3>
Western Digital is a leading vertically integrated supplier of data storage solutions, spanning both hard disk drives and solid-state drives. In the HDD market it forms a practical duopoly with Seagate, and it is the largest global producer of NAND flash chips for SSDs in a joint venture with competitor Kioxia.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Western Digital, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Current Position of Western Digital</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 877,567, the WDC's price is up by 0.98%, now at $65.21. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 65 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Western Digital</h3>
Over the past month, 5 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $92.6.
Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?
20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/options-moneyline-2/?t=Moop1arja3be22op14&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights">Click here for access</a>. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Cantor Fitzgerald continues to hold a Overweight rating for Western Digital, targeting a price of $95. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Wedbush has revised its rating downward to Outperform, adjusting the price target to $95. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Barclays keeps a Overweight rating on Western Digital with a target price of $90. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Morgan Stanley keeps a Overweight rating on Western Digital with a target price of $100. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Susquehanna has decided to maintain their Neutral rating on Western Digital, which currently sits at a price target of $83. 
Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest Western Digital options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.

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Spotlight on Western Digital: Analyzing the Surge in Options Activity

Elliott Investment Management was busy in the third quarter. According to a new <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1048445/000156761920019906/0001567619-20-019906-index.htm">13-F</a> filing with the SEC, the activist made several portfolio moves, with multiple new positions focused around <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41417317/southwest-airlines-in-settlement-talks-with-activist-investor-elliott-management-to-avoid-proxy-figh">travel and lodging</a>.
Here are all of Elliott&#8217;s new positions from the third quarter:
<ul>
<li>Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>)</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Arm Holdings Plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARM#NASDAQ">ARM</a>) call options</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Texas Instruments Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXN#NASDAQ">TXN</a>) call options</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Invesco QQQ Trust (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) call options</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>) call options</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Alaska Air Group Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALK#NYSE">ALK</a>) call options</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>American Airlines Group Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAL#NASDAQ">AAL</a>) call options</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>ICON Plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ICLR#NASDAQ">ICLR</a>) call options</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>IQVIA Holdings Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IQV#NYSE">IQV</a>) call options</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Marriott International (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAR#NASDAQ">MAR</a>) put options</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HLT#NYSE">HLT</a>) put options</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Equinix Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EQX#NASDAQ">EQX</a>) put options</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Hyatt Hotels Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/H#NYSE">H</a>) put options</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Materials Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLB#NYSE">XLB</a>) put options</li>
</ul>

Here&#8217;s a look at all of the positions Elliott increased during the third quarter:
<ul>
<li>Southwest Airlines Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUV#NYSE">LUV</a>) increased by 919%</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Western Digital Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDC#NASDAQ">WDC</a>) increased by 90%</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Etsy Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETSY#NASDAQ">ETSY</a>) increased buy 11%</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Match Group, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTCH#NASDAQ">MTCH</a>) increased by 3%</li>
</ul>

Here are all of the positions Elliott trimmed during the quarter:
<ul>
<li>BILL Holdings, Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BILL#NYSE">BILL</a>) decreased by 24%</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>BlackLine, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BL#NASDAQ">BL</a>) decreased by 20%</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Seadrill Limited (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SDRL#NYSE">SDRL</a>) decreased by 9%</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>NRG Energy Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NRG#NYSE">NRG</a>) decreased by 7%</li>
</ul>
The above information does not include call or put options that were increased, trimmed or sold completely during the quarter. 
This information was gathered using comparison tools from <a href="https://13f.info/13f/000101359424000968/compare/000101359424000660">13f.info</a>.
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Elliott Investment Management Adds To Southwest, Western Digital, Etsy, Match Group; Trims BILL Holdings, Seadrill, BlackLine, NRG Energy In Q3

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Elliott Investment Management 13F Shows Increased Put Position In Select Sector SPDR Energy ETF From 14,500,000 To 22,600,000 Shares; Increased Stake In Match Group By 3% From 11,705,013 To 12,054,832 Shares; Etsy By 11% From 4,500,000 To 5,000,000 Shares; Put Position In Ishares Russell 2000 ETF By 25% From 1,000,000 To 1,250,000 Shares; Liberty Broadband Corp By 9% From 2,192,858 To 2,384,481 Shares; Western Digital Corp By 90% From 1,185,000 Shares To 2,250,000 Shares

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on Western Digital. Our analysis of options history for Western Digital (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDC#NASDAQ">WDC</a>) revealed 8 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 25% of traders were bullish, while 75% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 5 were puts, with a value of $222,946, and 3 were calls, valued at $93,700.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $30.0 to $72.5 for Western Digital over the recent three months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Western Digital's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Western Digital's significant trades, within a strike price range of $30.0 to $72.5, over the past month.
<h3>Western Digital 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731424561_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$4.9</td>
<td>$4.75</td>
<td>$4.9</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$49.5K</td>
<td align="right">179</td>
<td align="right">379</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$4.9</td>
<td>$4.7</td>
<td>$4.9</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$49.4K</td>
<td align="right">179</td>
<td align="right">185</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$4.9</td>
<td>$4.75</td>
<td>$4.9</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$45.5K</td>
<td align="right">179</td>
<td align="right">278</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$4.9</td>
<td>$4.8</td>
<td>$4.9</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$44.5K</td>
<td align="right">179</td>
<td align="right">500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$36.95</td>
<td>$36.45</td>
<td>$36.95</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$36.9K</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Western Digital</h3>
Western Digital is a leading vertically integrated supplier of data storage solutions, spanning both hard disk drives and solid-state drives. In the HDD market it forms a practical duopoly with Seagate, and it is the largest global producer of NAND flash chips for SSDs in a joint venture with competitor Kioxia.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Western Digital, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Current Position of Western Digital</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 897,296, the price of WDC is down by -2.78%, reaching $65.51.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 72 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Western Digital</h3>
In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $95.0.
Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?
20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/options-moneyline-2/?t=Moop1arja3be22op14&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights">Click here for access</a>. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Barclays keeps a Overweight rating on Western Digital with a target price of $90. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Rosenblatt has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Western Digital, which currently sits at a price target of $115. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Wedbush has revised its rating downward to Outperform, adjusting the price target to $95. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Benchmark has revised its rating downward to Buy, adjusting the price target to $92. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Susquehanna continues to hold a Neutral rating for Western Digital, targeting a price of $83. 
Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest Western Digital options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.

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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on Western Digital (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDC#NASDAQ">WDC</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with WDC, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 13 uncommon options trades for Western Digital.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 53% bullish and 38%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 3 are puts, for a total amount of $118,680, and 10 are calls, for a total amount of $378,161.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $60.0 to $80.0 for Western Digital during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Western Digital's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Western Digital's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $60.0 to $80.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Western Digital Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730916036_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$3.2</td>
<td>$3.15</td>
<td>$3.2</td>
<td>$72.50</td>
<td>$77.7K</td>
<td>949</td>
<td>764</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$3.2</td>
<td>$3.1</td>
<td>$3.2</td>
<td>$72.50</td>
<td>$56.6K</td>
<td>949</td>
<td>197</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$4.6</td>
<td>$4.45</td>
<td>$4.45</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$45.8K</td>
<td>2.9K</td>
<td>640</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WDC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$1.1</td>
<td>$1.03</td>
<td>$1.05</td>
<td>$62.50</td>
<td>$43.8K</td>
<td>3.1K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
</tr>
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<h3>About Western Digital</h3>
Western Digital is a leading vertically integrated supplier of data storage solutions, spanning both hard disk drives and solid-state drives. In the HDD market it forms a practical duopoly with Seagate, and it is the largest global producer of NAND flash chips for SSDs in a joint venture with competitor Kioxia.
In light of the recent options history for Western Digital, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Western Digital's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 2,502,120, with WDC's price up by 3.48%, positioned at $69.16.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 78 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Western Digital</h3>
5 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $93.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Cantor Fitzgerald persists with their Overweight rating on Western Digital, maintaining a target price of $95. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Morgan Stanley continues to hold a Overweight rating for Western Digital, targeting a price of $100. 
&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from Benchmark lowers its rating to Buy with a new price target of $92. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Susquehanna has decided to maintain their Neutral rating on Western Digital, which currently sits at a price target of $83. 
&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from Wedbush lowers its rating to Outperform with a new price target of $95.
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Disclosed on October 30, Robert Soderbery, EVP &amp; GM at Western Digital (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDC#NASDAQ">WDC</a>), executed a substantial insider sell as per the latest SEC filing.
What Happened: Soderbery opted to sell 30,767 shares of Western Digital, according to a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0000106040/000126682424000099//Archives/edgar/data/106040/000126682424000099/0001266824-24-000099-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Wednesday. The transaction's total worth stands at $2,092,519.
In the Thursday's morning session, Western Digital's shares are currently trading at $67.15, experiencing a down of 1.68%.
<h3>Discovering Western Digital: A Closer Look</h3>
Western Digital is a leading vertically integrated supplier of data storage solutions, spanning both hard disk drives and solid-state drives. In the HDD market it forms a practical duopoly with Seagate, and it is the largest global producer of NAND flash chips for SSDs in a joint venture with competitor Kioxia.
<h3>Western Digital: Delving into Financials</h3>
Revenue Growth: Western Digital's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 8.79%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Information Technology sector.
Profitability Metrics: Unlocking Value
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Gross Margin: The company issues a cost efficiency warning with a low gross margin of 37.88%, indicating potential difficulties in maintaining profitability compared to its peers.
</li>
<li>
Earnings per Share (EPS): Western Digital's EPS is significantly higher than the industry average. The company demonstrates a robust bottom-line performance with a current EPS of 1.4.
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Debt Management: Western Digital's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.64.
Financial Valuation Breakdown:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: Western Digital's current Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio of 73.65 is higher than the industry average, indicating that the stock may be overvalued according to market sentiment.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: With a lower-than-average P/S ratio of 1.56, the stock presents an attractive valuation, potentially signaling a buying opportunity for investors interested in sales performance.
</li>
<li>
EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): Indicated by a lower-than-industry-average EV/EBITDA ratio of 17.25, the company suggests a potential undervaluation, which might be advantageous for value-focused investors.
</li>
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Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.
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<h3>The Relevance of Insider Transactions</h3>
In the complex landscape of investment decisions, investors should approach insider transactions as part of a comprehensive analysis, considering various elements.
Within the legal framework, an "insider" is defined as any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities as per Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This includes executives in the c-suite and major hedge funds. These insiders are mandated to disclose their transactions through a Form 4 filing, to be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
The initiation of a new purchase by a company insider serves as a strong indication that they expect the stock to rise.
However, insider sells may not always signal a bearish view and can be influenced by various factors.
<h3>Breaking Down the Significance of Transaction Codes</h3>
In the domain of transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> frequently turn their focus to those taking place in the open market, as meticulously outlined in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Insider Decision: Robert Soderbery Offloads $2.09M Worth Of Western Digital Stock

Barclays analyst Tom O'Malley maintains Western Digital (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDC#NASDAQ">WDC</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $80 to $90.

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Barclays Maintains Overweight on Western Digital, Raises Price Target to $90

Stocks are ending the week on a high note, with tech leading the charge as investors position ahead of next week&#8217;s pivotal earnings releases from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/magnificent-7">five of the &#8220;Magnificent Seven&#8221; stocks.</a>
Microsoft Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NYSE">MSFT</a>), Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>), Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), and Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>)(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) will all report quarterly earnings between Oct. 29 and Oct. 31.
Combined, nearly 45% of the S&amp;P 500 by market cap is set to report results next week, with other heavyweights including McDonald&#8217;s Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCD#NYSE">MCD</a>), Visa Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/V#NYSE">V</a>), Eli Lilly and Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLY#NYSE">LLY</a>), Mastercard Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MA#NYSE">MA</a>), Chevron Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>) and Exxon Mobil Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>).
Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) continued its upward trajectory on Friday, rising 2.7% following a massive 21% jump on Thursday — its biggest one-day gain since May 2013.
The S&amp;P 500 was up 0.5% at midday trading in New York, while the Nasdaq 100 surged by 1.5%, fueled by semiconductor stocks. 
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.3%, on track to end a six-week winning streak. The U.S. dollar strengthened further, with the DXY Index rising past the 104 mark, setting up for a fourth straight week of gains. Meanwhile, Treasury yields were steady. 
WTI crude rose 1.8%, driven by concerns over geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) is up slightly at $67,695.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Friday&#8217;s Performance In Major U.S. Indices, ETFs</h1>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>20,500.56</td>
<td>1.3%</td>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,839.28</td>
<td>0.5%</td>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,219.60</td>
<td>0.3%</td>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>42,271.11</td>
<td>-0.3%</td>
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<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated at 12:50 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
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<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) rose 0.5% to $582.19.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>)&nbsp;eased 0.2% to $423.18.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy Invesco QQQ Trust Series (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) rallied 1.3% to $498.83.</li>
<li>The iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) inched 0.2% up to $220.09.</li>
<li>The Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>) outperformed, up by 1.4%. The Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>) lagged, down 0.9%.</li>
</ul>
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Thursday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h1>
<ul>
<li>Capital One Financial Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COF#NYSE">COF</a>) rallied 7% to levels last seen in October 2021 on better-than-expected quarterly results. </li>
<li>Digital Realty Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DLR#NYSE">DLR</a>) rallied over 10% after reporting record new lease bookings. </li>
</ul>
Other stocks reacting to earnings included:
<ul>
<li>Ameriprise Financial Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMP#NYSE">AMP</a>), down 0.13%</li>
<li>DexCom Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DXCM#NASDAQ">DXCM</a>), down 1%</li>
<li>ResMed Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RMD#NYSE">RMD</a>) up 7.6%, </li>
<li>Skechers U.S.A. Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SKX#NYSE">SKX</a>) down 0.2%, </li>
<li>Western Digital Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDC#NASDAQ">WDC</a>) up 7.6%, </li>
<li>Deckers Outdoor Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DECK#NYSE">DECK</a>), up 11%</li>
<li>Edward Lifesciences Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EW#NYSE">EW</a>), down by 0.6%</li>
<li>HCA Healthcare Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HCA#NYSE">HCA</a>), down 10%, </li>
<li>Aon plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AON#NYSE">AON</a>), up 6%, </li>
<li>Colgate-Palmolive Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CL#NYSE">CL</a>), down 3.4%, </li>
<li>Centene Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CNC#NYSE">CNC</a>), up 6.7%, </li>
<li>Saia Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAIA#NASDAQ">SAIA</a>), up 9.2%. </li>
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Tech Stocks Rally As Investors Await Magnificent 7 Earnings; Dollar Eyes Fourth Straight Positive Week: What's Driving Markets Friday?

Cantor Fitzgerald analyst C J Muse maintains Western Digital (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDC#NASDAQ">WDC</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $80 to $95.

Cantor Fitzgerald Maintains Overweight on Western Digital, Raises Price Target to $95

Shares of Western Digital Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDC#NASDAQ">WDC</a>) were spiking in early trading on Friday, after the company reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/10/41531805/western-digital-shares-rally-after-q1-results-eps-beat-revenues-miss">upbeat fiscal first-quarter earnings</a>.
The company reported its results amid an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings">exciting earnings season</a>. Here are some key analyst takeaways.
<ul>
<li>Cantor Fitzgerald <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/6331beac10b15f0001b58380/c-j%20muse">analyst C.J. Muse</a> maintained an Overweight rating, while lifting the price target from $80 to $95.</li>
<li>Benchmark <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/5978b62d43229a0001537151/mark-miller">analyst Mark Miller</a> reiterated a Buy rating and price target of $92.</li>
<li>RBC Capital Markets <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/5846ee55ee7bf6000154d12b/jonathan-atkin">analyst Matt Bryson</a> reaffirmed an Outperform rating and price target of $95.</li>
</ul>
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Cantor Fitzgerald: Western Digital reported revenues of $4.10 billion, up 49% year-on-year, but missing consensus of $4.12 billion, Muse said in a note. Earnings came in at $1.78 per share, surpassing Street expectations of $1.71 per share, he added.
Management's guidance for the fourth quarter was "much better than feared," the analyst stated. "While the Gross Margin uplift story is taking a pause into the December Q, we continue to look for both HDD and NAND gross margins to continue to push higher leading to earnings power of $9+ in CY25 (cons $8.74) and $10+ in CY26 ($7.57)," he further wrote.
The company's NAND spin remains on track for the first quarter of 2025, Muse added. Its estimated value as a standalone business is <a href="https://www.semimedia.cc/17397.html">expected</a> to be anywhere between $10 billion and $22 billion.
Benchmark: Western Digital's in the data center performance continued to recover, driven by "strong demand for enterprise SSD products," Miller said. The HDD segment delivered record revenues and margins due to record data center sales, he added.
Western Digital's NAND market share has contracted significantly over the past three quarters, the analyst stated. "A second wave of regenerative AI is seen as an opportunity in 2HFY25," he further wrote.
RBC Capital Markets: Gross margins in the HDD segment expanded by 200 bps to 38.1%, "a record level for WDC and we believe the industry," Bryson wrote. The NAND segment's gross margins improved to 38.9%, with ASPs (average selling prices) growing by 4% sequentially, he added.
"Guidance calls for revenues and EPS to lift Q/Q, with margins only expected to moderate slightly (down 50 bps at the midpoint of guidance)," the analyst said. Following the completion of the soft spin, Western Digital's NAND and HDD businesses are now running separately and the formal split is expected to close in the fiscal second quarter, he further stated.
Price Action: Shares of Western Digital had risen by 8.23% to $71.78 at the time of publication on Friday.
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Western Digital Shares Jump Despite Revenue Miss, Ready To Spin Off NAND Business: Q4 Guidance 'Much Better Than Feared,' Analyst Says

Chip stocks, including Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), Advanced Micro Devices, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>), Broadcom Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>), Micron Technology, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MU#NASDAQ">MU</a>), Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>), Intel Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>), Monolithic Power Systems, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPWR#NASDAQ">MPWR</a>), Marvell Technology, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRVL#NASDAQ">MRVL</a>) and ON Semiconductor Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ON#NASDAQ">ON</a>), are trading higher Friday.
The move is in sympathy with Western Digital Corp&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDC#NASDAQ">WDC</a>) rally following its upbeat quarterly print.
On Thursday, Western Digital reported <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/10/41531805/western-digital-shares-rally-after-q1-results-eps-beat-revenues-miss" rel="noreferrer noopener">first-quarter EPS</a> of $1.78, which beat the analyst consensus of $1.73. Quarterly revenue of $4.09 billion trailed the consensus estimate of $4.12 billion compared to $2.75 billion a year ago.
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Western Digital expects second-quarter revenue of $4.2 billion-$4.4 billion, versus the $4.35 billion estimate, and adjusted EPS of $1.75-$2.05, versus the $1.95 estimate.
KeyBanc analyst John Vinh <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41235547/nvidia-amd-lead-the-pack-broadcom-stable-intel-falters-analysts-latest-take" rel="noreferrer noopener">recently flagged mixed performance</a> in the semiconductor supply chain, revising several estimates and price targets. Despite weak analog markets, he cited signs of recovery in automotive and robust demand in traditional servers and AI, with Nvidia&#8217;s Blackwell launch on track for the fourth quarter.
Vinh downgraded Qualcomm Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QCOM#NASDAQ">QCOM</a>) and Synaptics Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYNA#NASDAQ">SYNA</a>) to Sector Weight, pointing to Qualcomm&#8217;s market share loss to MediaTek due to price competition and Synaptics&#8217; challenges in IoT against local competitor HiSilicon.
He highlighted Nvidia and AMD positively for their robust AI and server demand, whereas Micron, Monolithic Power, Marvell, and Intel face headwinds from market share losses and intensifying competition.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Western Digital Stock Prediction For 2024</h2>
Equity research can be a valuable source of information for learning about a company's fundamentals. Analysts create financial models based on the fundamentals and expected future earnings of a company to arrive at a price target and recommendation for the stock.
Shares of Western Digital have an average 1-year price target of $92.07, representing an expected upside of 27.01%.
Because of differences in assumptions, analysts can arrive at very different price targets and recommendations. No analysts have bearish recommendations on Western Digital, while 12 analysts have bullish ratings. The street high price target from Rosenblatt is $115.0, while the street low from Susquehanna is $75.0.
Price Actions: At last check Friday, NVDA stock was up 2.13% at $143.33. AMD stock is up 3.09%, AVGO stock is up 2.47%, MU is up 2.80%, TSM is up 2.64%, ON is up 3.17%, and INTC stock is up 3.69%.
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Wedbush analyst Matt Bryson reiterates Western Digital (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDC#NASDAQ">WDC</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $95 price target.

Wedbush Reiterates Outperform on Western Digital, Maintains $95 Price Target

Susquehanna analyst Medhi Hosseini maintains Western Digital (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDC#NASDAQ">WDC</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $75 to $83.

Susquehanna Maintains Neutral on Western Digital, Raises Price Target to $83

Benchmark analyst Mark Miller reiterates Western Digital (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDC#NASDAQ">WDC</a>) with a Buy and maintains $92 price target.

Benchmark Reiterates Buy on Western Digital, Maintains $92 Price Target

Morgan Stanley analyst Joseph Moore maintains Western Digital (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDC#NASDAQ">WDC</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $94 to $100.

Morgan Stanley Maintains Overweight on Western Digital, Raises Price Target to $100

Across the recent three months, 10 analysts have shared their insights on Western Digital (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDC#NASDAQ">WDC</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $91.9, with a high estimate of $115.00 and a low estimate of $75.00. Observing a downward trend, the current average is 3.26% lower than the prior average price target of $95.00. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729861225_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
The standing of Western Digital among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Kevin Cassidy</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Miller</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Karl Ackerman</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Asiya Merchant</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>C J Muse</td>
<td>Cantor Fitzgerald</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Amit Daryanani</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Medhi Hosseini</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$88.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Miller</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>C J Muse</td>
<td>Cantor Fitzgerald</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kevin Cassidy</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Western Digital. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Western Digital compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Western Digital's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Western Digital's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WDC/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Western Digital analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Discovering Western Digital: A Closer Look</h2>
Western Digital is a leading vertically integrated supplier of data storage solutions, spanning both hard disk drives and solid-state drives. In the HDD market it forms a practical duopoly with Seagate, and it is the largest global producer of NAND flash chips for SSDs in a joint venture with competitor Kioxia.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Western Digital's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Western Digital showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 40.87% as of 30 June, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Information Technology sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Western Digital's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 0.77% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Western Digital's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 0.28%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Western Digital's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 0.12% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.69, Western Digital adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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Expert Ratings For Western Digital

Western Digital shares are trading higher after the company reported better-than-expected Q1 adjusted EPS results.

<h3>Gainers</h3>
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<li>ARB IOT Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARBB#NASDAQ">ARBB</a>) shares rose 33.4% to $0.44 during Friday's pre-market session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $11.6 million. </li>
<li>Zapata Computing Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZPTA#NASDAQ">ZPTA</a>) shares increased by 25.13% to $0.11. The company's market cap stands at $4.3 million. </li>
<li>Western Digital (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDC#NASDAQ">WDC</a>) stock increased by 12.33% to $74.5. The company's market cap stands at $25.5 billion. As per the news, the Q1 earnings report came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Daqo New Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DQ#NYSE">DQ</a>) shares increased by 10.31% to $24.27. The company's market cap stands at $1.5 billion. </li>
<li>Cemtrex (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CETX#NASDAQ">CETX</a>) shares increased by 10.16% to $0.33. </li>
<li>Phunware (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PHUN#NASDAQ">PHUN</a>) stock increased by 9.43% to $9.28. The company's market cap stands at $105.2 million. </li>
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<h3>Losers</h3>
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<li>Alpha Technology Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ATGL#NASDAQ">ATGL</a>) shares declined by 14.5% to $8.25 during Friday's pre-market session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $135.8 million. </li>
<li>Syntec Optics Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OPTX#NASDAQ">OPTX</a>) stock fell 13.4% to $1.52. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $55.6 million. </li>
<li>Abits Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABTS#NASDAQ">ABTS</a>) shares fell 11.25% to $0.38. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $13.4 million. </li>
<li>Orangekloud Technology (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORKT#NASDAQ">ORKT</a>) shares fell 9.73% to $1.67. The company's market cap stands at $38.6 million. </li>
<li>Nano Labs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NA#NASDAQ">NA</a>) shares decreased by 7.02% to $0.59. The company's market cap stands at $57.5 million. </li>
<li>Signing Day Sports (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SGN#AMEX">SGN</a>) shares fell 6.48% to $0.21. The company's market cap stands at $3.8 million. 
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This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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