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WESCO International Inc(WCC)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
3-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$347.22
10/28/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for WCC

10/28/2026: WCC (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

WESCO International is a major distributor of electrical, industrial, and communications products, serving as a critical partner in global infrastructure projects. Its primary strength lies in its expansive logistics network and deep integration within the utility and data center markets, which positions it well for long-term growth. However, the company carries significant debt from past acquisitions and remains sensitive to cyclical industrial trends. Investors should focus on management's progress in deleveraging and their success in expanding high-margin service revenue. WESCO may best suit growth-oriented investors who are comfortable with cyclicality and the risks associated with large-scale corporate integration and infrastructure cycles.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is largely driven by macro infrastructure trends rather than rapid, disruptive innovation.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock can exhibit strong trends when infrastructure spending cycles align with company performance.
Value investorMixed fitValuation depends heavily on the successful execution of debt reduction and margin expansion goals.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not prioritize dividend payments, focusing instead on debt reduction and growth.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe company's leverage and sensitivity to industrial cycles create higher volatility than typical low-risk investments.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highThe stock is sensitive to industrial cycle shifts and broader market sentiment.
Valuation riskMediumPerformance depends on achieving expected synergy targets to justify current valuations.
Competition risk (traditional and digital distribution)Medium / highIncreased competition from digital platforms may pressure margins.
Business qualityMediumWESCO is a strong operator but faces integration and cyclical challenges.
Dividend incomeLow / noneIncome-focused investors will likely find better alternatives elsewhere.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccessfully managing large-scale global operations and debt is critical for long-term health.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 11.67%
Avg. Invested days 45
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
WCC receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
WCC has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, growth and ownership metrics are mixed: negative earnings growth (-10.8%), soft cash generation (FCF margin 0.1%), moderate revenue growth (+7.8%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
WCC's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (0.1% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is WCC's strongest growth driver at +7.8% FY2025 versus FY2024 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while earnings growth (-10.8%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-97.5%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 98.7% and approximately 98.3% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 1.84% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 18.38%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.52%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 4.25%
Wellington Management Company LLP 4.14%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 4.13%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
WCC generates approximately $211 of gross profit, $52 of operating income, and $1 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Weak margins explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and soft capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 24.93%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
WCC has a large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedHigh VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 16.53B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 23.45
1Y Target Price 407.73
Price to earnings Ratio 23.45
1Y Target Price 407.73
Volume (30-day avg) 610.0K shares
Beta 1.55
52 Weeks Range 220.00 - 388.64
Updated Date 10/28/2026
52 Weeks Range 220.00 - 388.64
Updated Date 10/28/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 0.58%
Basic EPS (TTM) 14.46

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Electrical & Electronic SolutionsElectrical components for construction and industrial end-users.This is a core, steady revenue stream tied to construction activity.
Communications & SecurityData and security infrastructure for high-growth sectors like data centers.This segment benefits from the digital and cloud infrastructure boom.
Utility & BroadbandPower grid and broadband deployment hardware.This area is driven by government and utility grid modernization spending.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-29
When Before Market
Estimate 4.61
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 2.84%
Operating Margin (TTM) 6.08%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 5.18%
Return on Equity (TTM) 14.31%

Valuation

Trailing PE 23.45
Forward PE 16.37
Enterprise Value 21.95B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.66
Enterprise Value 21.95B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.66
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.88
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.88
Shares Outstanding 48.73M
Shares Floating 47.93M
Shares Outstanding 48.73M
Shares Floating 47.93M
Percent Insiders 1.84
Percent Institutions 98.67

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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