Walker & Dunlop, Inc. (NYSE:WD) is one of the
8 Best Small Cap US Stocks to Buy.
On May 8, 2026, Keefe Bruyette raised the firm’s price target on Walker & Dunlop, Inc. (NYSE:WD) to $67 from $65 while maintaining an Outperform rating on the shares.
A day earlier, Walker & Dunlop, Inc. (NYSE:WD) reported Q1 adjusted core EPS of $1.02, versus the consensus estimate of 54c. Revenue totaled $301.3M, versus the consensus estimate of $269.07M. Chairman and CEO Willy Walker said the company’s strong first-quarter transaction volumes and earnings reflected the strength of the W&D team, brand, and position within commercial real estate capital markets. Walker added that robust financing activity drove strong quarterly transaction fees, which, together with recurring servicing and asset management fees, supported solid quarterly earnings as the company pursues its annual and long-term financial targets.
On April 23, 2026, Stephens initiated coverage of Walker & Dunlop, Inc. (NYSE:WD) with an Overweight rating and a $69 price target. The firm said it favors real estate finance companies with lower cyclicality and the ability to generate consistent earnings growth across market cycles, adding that Walker & Dunlop’s servicing and asset management segment contributes to a more balanced business model. Stephens also described the stock’s valuation discount as an attractive entry point.
Walker & Dunlop, Inc. (NYSE:WD), through its subsidiaries, originates, sells, and services multifamily and commercial real estate financing products and services in the United States.
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