WD-40 (WDFC) Expected to Announce Earnings on Thursday

WD-40 (NASDAQ:WDFC) is anticipated to issue its Q1 2026 results after the market closes on Thursday, January 8th. Analysts expect WD-40 to post earnings of $1.36 per share and revenue of $155.10 million for the quarter. WD-40 has set its FY 2025 guidance at 5.750-6.150 EPS. Individuals can check the company’s upcoming Q1 2026 earning summary page for the latest details on the call scheduled for Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET.

WD-40 (NASDAQ:WDFC) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, October 22nd. The specialty chemicals company reported $1.56 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.26 by $0.30. WD-40 had a return on equity of 31.84% and a net margin of 14.68%.The firm had revenue of $163.47 million during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $153.90 million. During the same period in the previous year, the company posted $1.23 EPS. The company’s revenue for the quarter was up 4.8% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts expect WD-40 to post $5 EPS for the current fiscal year and $6 EPS for the next fiscal year.

WD-40 Stock Up 1.7%

WDFC stock opened at $198.91 on Wednesday. The stock has a market cap of $2.69 billion, a P/E ratio of 29.78 and a beta of 0.15. The company has a current ratio of 2.79, a quick ratio of 2.01 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.32. WD-40 has a 1-year low of $186.19 and a 1-year high of $253.48. The stock’s fifty day simple moving average is $197.67 and its two-hundred day simple moving average is $207.95.

WD-40 Increases Dividend

The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Friday, January 30th. Stockholders of record on Friday, January 16th will be given a $1.02 dividend. This represents a $4.08 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 2.1%. This is a boost from WD-40’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.94. The ex-dividend date is Friday, January 16th. WD-40’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is presently 56.29%.

Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades

Several equities research analysts have issued reports on the stock. DA Davidson set a $300.00 target price on shares of WD-40 in a research report on Wednesday, November 26th. Weiss Ratings reissued a “hold (c)” rating on shares of WD-40 in a research report on Wednesday, October 8th. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a Buy rating and one has issued a Hold rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat, the stock presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $300.00.

Insider Buying and Selling at WD-40

In other WD-40 news, Director Daniel T. Carter bought 1,000 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Monday, October 27th. The stock was purchased at an average cost of $199.37 per share, for a total transaction of $199,370.00. Following the completion of the acquisition, the director owned 7,205 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $1,436,460.85. This trade represents a 16.12% increase in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which can be accessed through this link. Also, Director Eric Etchart acquired 500 shares of WD-40 stock in a transaction that occurred on Thursday, October 30th. The shares were bought at an average cost of $194.02 per share, with a total value of $97,010.00. Following the transaction, the director owned 8,370 shares in the company, valued at $1,623,947.40. This represents a 6.35% increase in their ownership of the stock. The SEC filing for this purchase provides additional information. In the last ninety days, insiders have purchased 2,640 shares of company stock valued at $522,765. 0.78% of the stock is currently owned by company insiders.

Institutional Trading of WD-40

Several large investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in WDFC. Russell Investments Group Ltd. grew its holdings in shares of WD-40 by 45.0% during the second quarter. Russell Investments Group Ltd. now owns 2,704 shares of the specialty chemicals company’s stock worth $617,000 after buying an additional 839 shares in the last quarter. Caxton Associates LLP purchased a new stake in shares of WD-40 in the first quarter valued at about $225,000. NewEdge Advisors LLC grew its stake in shares of WD-40 by 6.6% in the 1st quarter. NewEdge Advisors LLC now owns 1,578 shares of the specialty chemicals company’s stock valued at $385,000 after buying an additional 98 shares during the period. Mercer Global Advisors Inc. ADV purchased a new stake in shares of WD-40 during the 3rd quarter valued at approximately $218,000. Finally, United Services Automobile Association acquired a new position in WD-40 in the first quarter valued at approximately $211,000. 91.52% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors.

WD-40 Company Profile

WD-40 Company, headquartered in San Diego, California, is best known for its flagship WD-40® Multi-Use Product, a water-displacing spray used for lubrication, rust prevention and cleaning. Since its introduction in 1953 by the Rocket Chemical Company, the WD-40 brand has become a household and industrial staple. Over time, the company has broadened its portfolio to include complementary maintenance and cleaning brands such as 3-IN-ONE® oils, Lava® hand cleaners, Solvol® solvents, Spot Shot® stain removers and X-14® cleaning products.

WD-40 Company distributes its products in more than 176 countries through retail, industrial and automotive channels.