Wells Fargo raises target for Welltower stock to USD 268
Published on 10/20/2026 at 11:05 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael Müller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWSAnalyst target and reporting date
- Wells Fargo raised its target from USD 266 to USD 268 on October 19, 2026.
- Welltower expects to report third-quarter 2026 results on October 26, 2026.
- Welltower stock trades at EUR 208.60 at 11:00 a.m. CEST at Lang & Schwarz on October 20, 2026.
Welltower Inc. (US95040Q1040) received a higher USD 268 price target from USD 266 on October 19, 2026, while Wells Fargo retained its Overweight rating, according to MarketScreener. The next major test is Welltower's third-quarter report, scheduled for October 26, 2026.
Three dated signals shape the setup
The recent sequence started with Welltower's second-quarter results on July 27, 2026. Revenue reached USD 3.54 billion, up 39.10 percent year over year, while adjusted earnings per share came in at USD 0.61 against a USD 0.66 consensus estimate, according to MarketBeat. On October 13, Barclays cut its target from USD 259 to USD 246, while the October 19 Wells Fargo update moved in the opposite direction, from USD 266 to USD 268.
What does October 26 mean?
MarketBeat reported that analysts expect third-quarter revenue of USD 3.66 billion and earnings of USD 0.645 per share. The earnings call is scheduled for October 27, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. ET, giving investors two dated milestones for judging whether the growth rate continues into the second half of 2026.
Welltower's own profile describes a portfolio of more than 2,500 seniors and wellness housing communities across the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada. The company identifies itself as a healthcare real estate investment trust listed on the NYSE and included in the S&P 500, according to Welltower.
Analyst targets remain dispersed
The target range visible in recent coverage stretches from Barclays at USD 246 to Wells Fargo at USD 268. MarketBeat cited a consensus target of USD 255.76 and a Moderate Buy rating, while the latest quarterly comparison shows revenue above expectations but adjusted earnings per share below consensus.
Key dates for investors
Welltower's third-quarter 2026 results are due on October 26, 2026, and the earnings call follows on October 27, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. ET, according to MarketBeat.
Welltower stock at Lang and Schwarz
Welltower had a market capitalization of USD 168.3 billion as of October 19, 2026. Its primary-market 52-week range was USD 173.13 to USD 255.20, with the latest quoted primary-market price at USD 233.51 on October 19, 2026. At Lang & Schwarz, Welltower stock was trading at EUR 208.60 on October 20, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. CEST.
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Welltower stock key data
- Company: Welltower Inc.
- ISIN: US95040Q1040
- Ticker: WELL
- Primary exchange: NYSE
- Price Lang & Schwarz (as of October 20, 2026, 11:00 a.m. CEST): EUR 208.60
- Market capitalization: USD 168.3 billion (as of October 19, 2026)
- 52-week range: USD 173.13-255.20 (as of October 19, 2026)
- Sector / Industry: Specialized REITs
- Index membership: S&P 500
Market context: Market report S&P 500.
