Walker & Dunlop (WD) to Post Earnings on Thursday

Walker & Dunlop (NYSE:WD) will likely be posting its Q2 2026 results before the market opens on Thursday, August 6th. Analysts expect the company to announce earnings of $0.9030 per share and revenue of $337.3670 million for the quarter. Individuals can find conference call details on the company’s upcoming Q2 2026 earning overview page for the latest details on the call scheduled for Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 8:30 AM ET.

Walker & Dunlop Stock Performance

Shares of NYSE:WD opened at $50.35 on Thursday. The stock has a market capitalization of $1.73 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 24.93 and a beta of 1.48. Walker & Dunlop has a 1-year low of $42.12 and a 1-year high of $90.00. The company has a 50 day moving average price of $50.98 and a 200 day moving average price of $52.83.

Walker & Dunlop Announces Dividend

The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Thursday, June 4th. Shareholders of record on Thursday, May 21st were given a dividend of $0.68 per share. This represents a $2.72 annualized dividend and a yield of 5.4%. The ex-dividend date was Thursday, May 21st. Walker & Dunlop’s payout ratio is presently 134.65%.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

A number of research firms recently issued reports on WD. Weiss Ratings cut Walker & Dunlop from a “hold (c-)” rating to a “sell (d+)” rating in a research report on Monday, July 20th. Stephens initiated coverage on shares of Walker & Dunlop in a report on Thursday, April 23rd. They issued an “overweight” rating and a $69.00 target price on the stock. Keefe, Bruyette & Woods upped their price target on Walker & Dunlop from $65.00 to $67.00 and gave the stock an “outperform” rating in a report on Friday, May 8th. Finally, Wall Street Zen upgraded shares of Walker & Dunlop from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Saturday, May 9th. Five equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, one has issued a Hold rating and one has given a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the company has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $79.20.

Hedge Funds Weigh In On Walker & Dunlop

Large investors have recently bought and sold shares of the business. Balyasny Asset Management L.P. bought a new position in Walker & Dunlop during the 2nd quarter worth approximately $15,147,000. Two Sigma Investments LP boosted its stake in Walker & Dunlop by 238.2% in the 3rd quarter. Two Sigma Investments LP now owns 284,067 shares of the financial services provider’s stock worth $23,754,000 after purchasing an additional 200,074 shares during the period. Jane Street Group LLC grew its holdings in shares of Walker & Dunlop by 568.4% during the fourth quarter. Jane Street Group LLC now owns 181,627 shares of the financial services provider’s stock worth $10,925,000 after buying an additional 154,455 shares in the last quarter. Squarepoint Ops LLC bought a new position in shares of Walker & Dunlop during the fourth quarter worth about $8,526,000. Finally, Alliancebernstein L.P. raised its position in Walker & Dunlop by 10.4% in the 3rd quarter. Alliancebernstein L.P. now owns 1,198,071 shares of the financial services provider’s stock valued at $100,183,000 after buying an additional 113,282 shares during the last quarter. 80.97% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

Walker & Dunlop Company Profile

Walker & Dunlop is one of the largest providers of commercial real estate finance in the United States, specializing in the origination, servicing and sale of loans secured by multifamily, seniors housing, healthcare, student housing and manufactured housing properties. The firm offers a full suite of debt and equity solutions, including agency financing through Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, HUD and FHA-insured loans, bridge and construction financing, mezzanine debt, preferred equity, and investment sales advisory.

With roots dating back to 1937 and its headquarters in Bethesda, Maryland, Walker & Dunlop has expanded its platform through both organic growth and strategic acquisitions.