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TSE:WSP

WSP Global (WSP) Stock Price, News & Analysis

C$225.76
-4.02 (-1.75%)
(As of 03/28/2024 ET)
Today's Range
C$224.47
C$230.32
50-Day Range
C$191.96
C$229.78
52-Week Range
C$164.32
C$230.98
Volume
319,410 shs
Average Volume
154,314 shs
Market Capitalization
C$28.15 billion
P/E Ratio
51.19
Dividend Yield
0.66%
Price Target
C$236.75

WSP Global MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating
Buy
3.00 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
4.9% Upside
C$236.75 Price Target
Short Interest
N/A
Dividend Strength
Weak
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
N/A
News Sentiment
0.00mentions of WSP Global in the last 14 days
Based on 5 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
N/A
Proj. Earnings Growth
N/A

Overall MarketRank

New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.

1.46 out of 5 stars

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About WSP Global Stock (TSE:WSP)

WSP Global Inc. operates as a professional services consulting firm in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Sweden, Australia, and internationally. It advises, plans, designs, and manages projects for rail, transit, aviation, highways, bridges, tunnels, water, maritime, and urban infrastructure for public and private clients, construction contractors, and other partners. The company also provides engineering and consultancy services, such as decarbonization strategies, digital building design to building engineering design, and project management services. In addition, it works with and advises governments and private sector in earth sciences and environmental sustainability to conduct due diligence, permit approvals, regulatory compliance, waste/hazardous materials management, geotechnical and mining engineering, environmental/ social impact assessments, feasibility, and land remediation studies. Further, the company offers energy clients support, including large-scale power plants, renewables clean energy investments, smaller on-site power generation and efficiency programs, energy transmission, storage and distribution from pre-feasibility studies and community engagement through operation and decommissioning; and provides siting and licensing, procurement, construction management, engineering, process design, and productivity analysis to food and beverage, pharmaceutical and biotechnology, aerospace, automotive, technology, and chemicals industries, as well as operation, maintenance, and decommissioning services during the facility's active life. Additionally, it offers strategic advisory services comprising planning and advisory, management, and technology and sustainability services. The company was formerly known as GENIVAR Inc. and changed its name to WSP Global Inc. in January 2014. WSP Global Inc. was founded in 1885 and is headquartered in Montreal, Canada.

WSP Stock Price History

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Company Calendar

Ex-Dividend for 1/15 Dividend
12/28/2023
Dividend Payable
1/15/2024
Last Earnings
2/28/2024
Ex-Dividend for 4/15 Dividend
3/27/2024
Today
3/28/2024
Dividend Payable
4/15/2024
Next Earnings (Estimated)
5/08/2024

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Industry
Engineering & Construction
Sub-Industry
N/A
CIK
N/A
Fax
N/A
Employees
66,500
Year Founded
N/A

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target
C$236.75
High Stock Price Target
C$255.00
Low Stock Price Target
C$205.00
Potential Upside/Downside
+4.0%
Consensus Rating
Buy
Rating Score (0-4)
3.00
Research Coverage
12 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
C$550 million
Pretax Margin
N/A

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
C$14.44 billion
Cash Flow
C$5.03 per share
Book Value
C$50.77 per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
N/A
Market Cap
C$28.38 billion
Optionable
Not Optionable
Beta
0.80
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Key Executives

  • Mr. Alexandre J. L'Heureux C.F.A. (Age 51)
    CA, CPA, F.C.A., FCPA, President, CEO & Director
    Comp: $4.61M
  • Mr. Alain Michaud
    Chief Financial Officer
  • Mr. Mark W. Naysmith
    Chief Executive of Europe, Middle East & Africa
  • Mr. Lewis Paul Cornell P.E. (Age 54)
    President & CEO of USA
    Comp: $1.5M
  • Ms. Marie-Claude Dumas Eng. (Age 53)
    M.Sc.A., MBA, President & CEO of WSP in Canada
    Comp: $1.27M
  • Mr. David Langlois
    Chief Accounting and Treasury Officer
  • Mr. Chadi Habib
    Chief Technology Officer & Head of Business Solutions
  • Mr. Gino Poulin
    Chief Information Officer
  • Ms. Julianna Fox
    Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer
  • Mr. Philippe Fortier
    Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary

Should I Buy WSP Global Stock? WSP Pros and Cons Explained

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in WSP Global Inc.:

  • WSP Global Inc. recently hit a new 1-year high at $213.58, indicating positive momentum in the stock price.
  • The company has a diverse range of services in engineering and construction, operating in various countries, which provides a broad revenue base.
  • WSP Global Inc. has received multiple analyst upgrades, with most analysts giving a buy or strong buy rating, indicating confidence in the company's future performance.
  • The company offers strategic advisory services, which can help in navigating complex projects and enhancing long-term growth prospects.
  • WSP Global Inc. has a consistent dividend payout, providing investors with a steady income stream.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in WSP Global Inc. for these reasons:

  • The company has a relatively high debt-to-equity ratio of 75.80, which may pose risks in case of economic downturns or financial instability.
  • WSP Global Inc. operates in a competitive industry, which could lead to pricing pressures and potential margin squeezes.
  • While the stock has shown positive performance, the P/E ratio of 49.07 may indicate that the stock is currently overvalued compared to its earnings.
  • Investing in engineering and construction firms like WSP Global Inc. can be sensitive to economic cycles, impacting project demand and revenue stability.
  • The company's beta of 0.79 suggests that the stock may be less volatile than the market average, potentially limiting short-term trading opportunities.
These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these WSP Global pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

WSP Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell WSP Global stock right now?

12 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for WSP Global in the last twelve months. There are currently 1 hold rating, 10 buy ratings and 1 strong buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "buy" WSP shares.
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What is WSP Global's stock price target for 2024?

12 brokers have issued 12-month price objectives for WSP Global's shares. Their WSP share price targets range from C$205.00 to C$255.00. On average, they predict the company's stock price to reach C$236.75 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 4.9% from the stock's current price.
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How have WSP shares performed in 2024?

WSP Global's stock was trading at C$185.74 at the beginning of 2024. Since then, WSP stock has increased by 21.5% and is now trading at C$225.76.
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When is WSP Global's next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Wednesday, May 8th 2024.
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How were WSP Global's earnings last quarter?

WSP Global Inc. (TSE:WSP) issued its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, February, 28th. The company reported $1.99 EPS for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $1.91 by $0.08. The business earned $3.72 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $2.81 billion. WSP Global had a net margin of 3.81% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 8.96%.

How often does WSP Global pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for WSP Global?

WSP Global announced a quarterly dividend on Wednesday, February 28th. Investors of record on Sunday, March 31st will be given a dividend of 0.375 per share on Monday, April 15th. This represents a $1.50 annualized dividend and a yield of 0.66%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Wednesday, March 27th.
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Is WSP Global a good dividend stock?

WSP Global (TSE:WSP) pays an annual dividend of C$1.50 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 0.66%. The dividend payout ratio is 34.01%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%.
Read our dividend analysis for WSP.

What other stocks do shareholders of WSP Global own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other WSP Global investors own include Intact Financial (IFC), Constellation Software (CSU), Alimentation Couche-Tard (ATD.B), AutoCanada (ACQ), AbbVie (ABBV), Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD), Vermilion Energy (VET), Open Text (OTEX), Enbridge (ENB) and Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS).

How do I buy shares of WSP Global?

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This page (TSE:WSP) was last updated on 3/28/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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