Williams-Sonoma Returns 20.2% YTD, EPS Estimate Up 0.2%
Williams-Sonoma stock has gained 20.2% year-to-date, surpassing its Retail-Wholesale sector’s –0.1% and the Retail-Home Furnishings industry’s +15.1%. Its current-year EPS consensus has been revised up by 0.2% over three months, it holds a Zacks Rank #2 and carries an Earnings ESP of +0.35% ahead of its March 18 earnings release.
1. YTD Performance
Williams-Sonoma has returned 20.2% since the start of the year, outpacing the Retail-Wholesale sector’s average loss of 0.1% and its own Retail-Home Furnishings industry’s gain of 15.1%. This strong relative performance highlights solid consumer demand for home furnishings products.
2. EPS Estimate Revisions and Zacks Rank
Over the past three months, analysts have increased Williams-Sonoma’s full-year EPS consensus by 0.2%, reflecting improved earnings expectations. The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), indicating a favorable earnings outlook compared to the broader market.
3. Earnings ESP and Upcoming Release
Williams-Sonoma’s Earnings ESP stands at +0.35%, derived from a Most Accurate Estimate of $2.90 versus a consensus of $2.89. This positive ESP, coupled with a March 18, 2026 earnings release date, suggests a meaningful chance of an upside surprise.