WLDN
IndustrialsWilldan Group, Inc. · Engineering & Construction · $1B
What is Willdan Group, Inc.?
Willdan Group is a small-cap professional services firm headquartered in Anaheim, California, serving public agencies, utilities, and commercial clients across the United States.
Willdan operates through two segments: Energy and Engineering & Consulting. The Energy segment delivers efficiency programs, grid optimization, and data analytics. The Engineering & Consulting segment provides city engineering, building safety, transportation, water resources, and financial consulting — primarily for government and public-sector clients.
The company was founded in 1964 and is headquartered in Anaheim, California.
- Energy efficiency audits and program management
- Grid optimization and demand reduction services
- Municipal engineering and code enforcement
- Disaster recovery and geotechnical engineering
Is WLDN a Good Stock to Buy?
UQS Score rates WLDN as Good overall.
Willdan's Growth and Risk pillars both carry Good ratings, suggesting the business is expanding at a reasonable pace while managing operational and financial risk in line with sector peers. Quality also earns a Good label, reflecting a reasonably well-run operation.
The Moat pillar is rated Weak, indicating limited durable competitive advantages relative to peers in the professional services space.
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Past performance does not guarantee future results. UQS Score is based on fundamental data and is not a buy/sell recommendation.
Does WLDN pay dividends?
No — Willdan Group, Inc. does not currently pay a dividend.
Willdan Group does not currently pay a dividend. As a small-cap services firm focused on expanding its energy and consulting footprint, the company appears to prioritize reinvesting resources into growth rather than returning cash to shareholders.
When does WLDN report earnings?
Willdan Group reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, typical for US-listed equities.
The company's Good Growth pillar rating suggests revenue trends have been moving in a constructive direction. Public-sector demand for energy efficiency and engineering services continues to provide a relatively stable demand backdrop.
For the most recent quarter's results, visit Willdan Group's investor relations page directly.
WLDN Price History
+112.7% over 5Y
Monthly close, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment.
What if I invested in Willdan Group, Inc.?
Based on Willdan Group, Inc.'s historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Willdan Group do?
Willdan Group provides professional and technical services through two segments: Energy, which covers efficiency programs and grid optimization, and Engineering & Consulting, which serves municipalities with city engineering, building safety, transportation, and water resources services.
Does WLDN pay dividends?
No, Willdan Group does not currently pay a dividend. The company reinvests in its Energy and Engineering & Consulting operations rather than distributing cash to shareholders.
When does WLDN report earnings?
Willdan Group follows a standard quarterly earnings cadence. For confirmed dates and the latest results, check the investor relations section of the company's official website.
Is WLDN a good stock to buy?
UQS Score rates WLDN as Good overall. Strengths appear in Growth, Risk, and Quality pillars, while the Moat pillar is rated Weak. The complete pillar breakdown is available to Pro members on UQS Score.
Is WLDN overvalued?
WLDN's Valuation pillar is rated Good, suggesting the stock is not trading at a significant premium relative to its fundamentals. The full valuation metrics are available in the Pro view.
What is WLDN's market cap bracket?
Willdan Group is classified as a small-cap company, meaning its total market value is relatively modest compared to large or mega-cap industrials peers.
Who founded Willdan Group?
Willdan Group traces its roots to 1964. Founding details are widely available through the company's official history and public filings.
Is WLDN a long-term quality indicator?
Based on UQS Score's framework, WLDN earns a Good overall rating. The Weak Moat rating is worth monitoring for long-term holders, as durable competitive advantages are a key factor in sustained quality over time.
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WLDN — Score History
| Date | UQS | Quality | Moat | Growth | Risk | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2026 | 56.7 | 62.2 | 26.0 | 67.5 | 76.5 | 64.7 | -1.8 |
| May 7, 2026 | 58.5 | 67.4 | 26.0 | 67.5 | 69.9 | 74.5 | -0.1 |
| May 3, 2026 | 58.6 | 67.4 | 26.0 | 67.5 | 69.9 | 75.1 | +0.2 |
| Apr 26, 2026 | 58.4 | 67.4 | 26.0 | 67.5 | 69.9 | 73.6 | +0.2 |
| Apr 19, 2026 | 58.2 | 67.4 | 26.0 | 67.5 | 69.9 | 72.7 | -0.2 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | 58.4 | 67.4 | 26.0 | 67.5 | 69.9 | 73.5 | -0.9 |
| Apr 14, 2026 | 59.3 | 67.4 | 26.0 | 67.5 | 69.9 | 80.0 | 0.0 |
| Apr 12, 2026 | 59.3 | 67.4 | 26.0 | 67.5 | 69.9 | 79.8 | +0.2 |
| Apr 5, 2026 | 59.1 | 67.4 | 26.0 | 67.5 | 69.9 | 78.7 | -0.1 |
| Apr 2, 2026 | 59.2 | 67.4 | 26.0 | 67.5 | 69.9 | 79.3 | — |
WLDN — Pillar Breakdown
Quality
— 62.2/100 (25%)Willdan Group, Inc. shows solid profitability with healthy returns on capital and reasonable margins.
How effectively capital is deployed to generate returns.
Profitability relative to shareholders' equity.
Ability to convert revenue into operating profit.
Bottom-line profit as a share of revenue.
Asset productivity — how much gross profit each dollar of assets generates.
Free cash flow relative to market value.
Growth
— 67.5/100 (20%)Willdan Group, Inc. demonstrates healthy growth trends across revenue and earnings.
Revenue trajectory over the last twelve months.
Compound annual revenue growth rate over 3 years.
Year-over-year earnings per share growth.
Analyst consensus for future revenue growth.
Analyst consensus for future earnings growth.
Risk
— 76.5/100 (15%)Willdan Group, Inc. carries minimal financial risk with conservative leverage and strong solvency.
Debt levels relative to earnings capacity.
Total debt relative to shareholder equity.
Short-term liquidity — ability to pay near-term obligations.
Earnings capacity relative to interest payments.
Valuation
— 64.9/100 (15%)Willdan Group, Inc. trades at a reasonable valuation with decent earnings yield and FCF multiples.
Inverse of forward P/E — higher yield means cheaper stock.
How many years of FCF the market cap represents.
P/E relative to earnings growth — lower is more attractive.
Enterprise value multiple relative to sector median.
Moat
— 26/100 (25%)Willdan Group, Inc. operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for WLDN.
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How is the WLDN UQS Score Calculated?
The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Willdan Group, Inc. is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.
Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.
Moat (25%) assesses Willdan Group, Inc.'s competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.
Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.
Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.
Valuation (15%) measures whether Willdan Group, Inc. is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.
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