Zacks Research upgraded Willdan Group Inc. to strong buy from hold on October 9, 2026, following the company’s quarterly earnings report.

Willdan reported earnings per share of $2.07, above the analyst consensus of $1.30.

Quarterly revenue reached $231.03 million, compared with a forecast of $102.27 million.

Management issued full-year 2026 earnings-per-share guidance of $5.00 to $5.15.

Analysts have a consensus buy rating on the stock and an average price target of $127.50.