NASDAQ:WDAY
Workday (WDAY)
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Aug 2, 2026, 12:00 amThis summary was created by AI, based on 5 opinions in the last 12 months.
Workday (WDAY-Q) has garnered mixed reviews from experts ahead of its upcoming earnings report. While some analysts express optimism regarding a potential rally in software stocks, with a reported 5% increase today, others remain cautious, noting a significant 40% downturn and a departure of the CEO, which has created uncertainty. Concerns about AI displacement are highlighted, yet some believe these worries are exaggerated. Although Workday's earnings growth is anticipated at 18%, the company has provided weak guidance for the next year, contributing to its recent 9% drop. Amidst this backdrop, a significant $2 billion investment from activist firm Elliott Management has sparked some renewed interest in the stock.
They gave weak guidance. Is down 9% today, but has lost momentum of late. The growth outlook is poor next year.
Joe TerranovaHe targets $312.50. They use Agentic AI well, like a quarterback to underline their software services. Likes it.
Kim BoltonProject management in the cloud. Skewed to accounting and HR (aka Human Capital Management). Interestingly, each of the Magnificent 7 has Workday's HCM software. Best in class for human resources. In both categories, bringing on generative AI add-ons to automate routine tasks. No dividend.
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Premium contentWorkday, Inc., is an American on-demand financial management and human capital management software vendor. Workday was founded by David Duffield, founder and former CEO of ERP company PeopleSoft, and former PeopleSoft chief strategist Aneel Bhusri following Oracle's hostile takeover of PeopleSoft in 2005.
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Workday (WDAY) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Workday stock symbol?
Workday is a American stock, trading under the symbol WDAY (previously WDAY-Q on Stockchase) on the NASDAQ (WDAY). It is usually referred to as NASDAQ:WDAY or WDAY
Is Workday a buy or a sell?
In the last year, 5 stock analysts issued a Buy, Sell, or Hold rating on WDAY (previously WDAY-Q on Stockchase). 3 analysts recommended to BUY and 2 analysts recommended to SELL the stock. The latest stock analyst rating is WEAK BUY. Read the latest stock experts' ratings for Workday.
Is Workday a good investment or a top pick?
Workday was recommended as a Top Pick by Jim Cramer - Mad Money on 2026-05-15. Read the latest stock experts ratings for Workday.
Why is Workday stock dropping?
Earnings reports or recent company news can cause the stock price to drop. Read stock experts' recommendations for Workday.
Is Workday worth watching?
Workday is followed by 36 investors on Stockchase and is a trending stock that is worth watching.
What is Workday stock price?
On 2026-07-31, Workday (WDAY) stock closed at a price of $160.34.
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They report Thursday. It's the poster boy of AI displacement, but he doesn't expect bad numbers. Rallied 5% today as part of a software rally. Not sure if the rally will last, because previous software rallies faded after a few days.