Warby Parker Stock Upgraded, Could Squeeze Short Sellers

WRBY is up 22% year-over-year but there's still pessimism to be unwound

Laura McCandless

Deputy Editor

Oct 21, 2024 at 10:38 AM

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Eyewear stock Warby Parker Inc (NYSE:WRBY) is on the rise today, after an upgrade from Goldman Sachs to "buy" from "neutral," with a price-target hike to $18 from $15. The analyst in coverage cited strong margin growth and improving fundamentals in comparison to its competitors.

At last glance, WRBY was up 3.5% to trade at $17.13, heading for its highest close since early June. Today's pop also has the equity jumping above recent pressure at $16.50. Year to date, the stock is up over 20%.

Of the 15 analysts in coverage, nine now carry a "buy" or better rating, with six a "neutral," while the 12-month consensus price target of $17.15 is in line with current levels. This leaves plenty of potential for further bull notes that could push the stock higher.

It's also worth noting that short interest represents 14.6% of the stock's available float. It would take shorts nearly nine days to cover, at WRBY's average pace of trading.

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