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John Wiley & Sons, Inc. is projected to rise to $46.41 by 2027, a +15% move from its current price of $40.50. WLYB is currently trading above its 50-day average (a bullish sign). Technical indicators currently lean sell.
A data-driven summary — not financial advice. See the full breakdown below.
Live market data via Yahoo Finance · updated 5/28/2026
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 29 | $40.00 | $40.51 | $41.03 | +0.03% |
| May 30 | $39.81 | $40.53 | $41.26 | +0.07% |
| May 31 | $39.66 | $40.54 | $41.44 | +0.10% |
| Jun 1 | $39.54 | $40.56 | $41.60 | +0.14% |
| Jun 2 | $39.43 | $40.57 | $41.74 | +0.17% |
| Jun 3 | $39.34 | $40.58 | $41.87 | +0.21% |
| Jun 4 | $39.26 | $40.60 | $41.98 | +0.24% |
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | $39.26 | $40.60 | $41.98 | +0.24% |
| Week 2 | $38.81 | $40.70 | $42.67 | +0.48% |
| Week 3 | $38.49 | $40.79 | $43.24 | +0.73% |
| Week 4 | $38.24 | $40.89 | $43.73 | +0.97% |
| Week 5 | $38.03 | $40.99 | $44.19 | +1.21% |
| Week 6 | $37.85 | $41.09 | $44.61 | +1.46% |
| Week 7 | $37.69 | $41.19 | $45.02 | +1.70% |
Short-term targets derived from the forecast trend and recent volatility. Highly uncertain — not financial advice.
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. is a publisher that provides authoritative content, data-driven insights, and knowledge services for the advancement of science, innovation, and learning in the United States, China, the United Kingdom, Japan, Australia, and internationally. The description notes that the company’s Research segment offers scientific, technical, medical, and scholarly journals, as well as related content and services across physical sciences and engineering, health sciences, social sciences, humanities, and life sciences, sold directly to research libraries, library consortia, researchers, professional society members, and through independent subscription agents.
The Learning segment delivers scientific, professional, and education print and digital books, digital courseware to support students and instructors, and assessment services for businesses and professionals; it serves categories including business and leadership, technology, behavioral health, engineering/architecture, science, and professional education through brick-and-mortar and online retailers, wholesalers, college bookstores, practitioners, corporations, distributor networks, and government agencies. John Wiley & Sons, Inc. was founded in 1807 and is headquartered in Hoboken, New Jersey.
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. (WLYB) operates as a publisher in the Communication Services sector, delivering scholarly and educational content and related services. Its current price and market capitalization place it among mid-sized market participants, with a rank of 1961.
The stock’s price trajectory is projected to be positive over the coming years, with an average price forecast for 2026 at $41.21 and notable upside in later years (2030 average $76.62 and 2050 average $424.31). These figures imply meaningful appreciation from the current level. The forecast also provides year-by-year sentiment indications, with neutral early on and bullish outlooks expanding through the 2030s and into 2050, accompanied by projected returns.
A major floor 26.9% below — a decisive break under it would weaken the trend.
The nearest floor, 3.2% below — buyers have tended to step in here.
The nearest ceiling, 7.4% above — a clean break opens room to run.
A major ceiling 12.0% above — clearing it would confirm fresh momentum.
Key WLYB support and resistance from recent price action — levels where the trend has historically paused or reversed. Percentages are the distance from the current price.
A snapshot of WLYB market posture derived from its technical indicators and recent volatility. Higher trend and alignment lean bullish; higher risk means larger swings.
Technical Analysis
Indicators computed on daily closing prices.
| Period | SMA | Action | EMA | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA 5 | $40.93 | Sell | $40.84 | Sell |
| MA 10 | $41.18 | Sell | $41.06 | Sell |
| MA 20 | $41.32 | Sell | $41.03 | Sell |
| MA 50 | $39.87 | Buy | $39.60 | Buy |
| MA 100 | $36.06 | Buy | $37.96 | Buy |
| MA 200 | $36.65 | Buy | $37.72 | Buy |
| Name | Value | Action |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 45.06 | Neutral |
| Stoch RSI (14) | 0.00 | Buy |
| CCI (20) | -220.71 | Sell |
| Williams %R (14) | -100.00 | Info |
| MACD (12,26,9) | -0.26 | Sell |
| ROC (12) | -2.29 | Sell |
| Bollinger %B (20,2) | -0.09 | Buy |
| Stochastic %K (14) | 0.00 | Buy |
| TRIX (15) | 0.19 | Buy |
| Awesome (5,34) | 0.01 | Buy |
| Ultimate (7,14,28) | 8.22 | Buy |
| Momentum (10) | -0.95 | Sell |
| Aroon Osc (25) | -100.00 | Sell |
| Hull MA (9) | 40.65 | Sell |
| ADX (14) | 23.34 | Sell |
| ATR (14) | 0.22 | Info |
The 30-day technical picture shows a bullish tilt. RSI14 sits at 60, with the 50-day simple moving average at $39.71 and the 200-day simple moving average at $36.64, suggesting the price could grind higher toward its near-term resistance. Support is identified at $38.00 and resistance at $43.49, framing a near-term pathway.
| Year | Min | Avg | Max | ROI | Sentiment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $29.62 | $40.50 | $55.62 | 0% | Neutral | |
| $37.92 | $46.41 | $59.47 | +15% | Neutral | |
| $43.21 | $53.86 | $70.81 | +33% | Bullish | |
| $49.96 | $63.22 | $84.85 | +56% | Bullish | |
| $56.48 | $72.41 | $98.91 | +79% | Bullish | |
| $66.60 | $86.43 | $119.89 | +113% | Bullish | |
| $71.21 | $93.44 | $131.44 | +131% | Bullish | |
| $72.70 | $96.39 | $137.33 | +138% | Bullish | |
| $78.75 | $105.45 | $152.01 | +160% | Bullish | |
| $84.17 | $113.77 | $165.82 | +181% | Bullish | |
| $123.93 | $174.67 | $266.71 | +331% | Bullish | |
| $254.67 | $384.91 | $629.82 | +850% | Bullish |
Current year — the forecast is anchored to the live price, so ROI shows 0%.
| Month | Min | Avg | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2026 | $29.62 | $40.50 | $47.37 | +0.00% |
| June 2026 | $34.70 | $40.48 | $48.14 | -0.05% |
| July 2026 | $35.62 | $41.79 | $50.17 | +3.25% |
| August 2026 | $36.88 | $43.47 | $52.56 | +4.01% |
| September 2026 | $36.85 | $43.60 | $53.03 | +0.29% |
| October 2026 | $36.74 | $43.61 | $53.33 | +0.02% |
| November 2026 | $37.55 | $44.70 | $54.92 | +2.51% |
| December 2026 | $37.74 | $45.06 | $55.62 | +0.81% |
Click any year to see its month-by-month WLYB forecast. Min / Avg / Max are a bear / base / bull scenario; ROI is the projected move from the current price. Change is the month-over-month move in the average. Estimates, not guarantees.
The WLYB price prediction for 2026 points to an average of $40.50 (low $29.62, high $55.62) — a potential gain of 0% on today's $40.50. A consolidation phase looks the most probable path here.
In 2027, WLYB is projected to trade between $37.92 and $59.47, averaging $46.41 — a potential gain of +15% from today's $40.50. That is up +15% on the projected 2026 average. Price action looks broadly range-bound.
John Wiley & Sons, Inc.'s 2028 outlook centres on $53.86, within a $43.21 to $70.81 range. That is up +16% on the projected 2027 average. That marks a +33% change versus current levels. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
By 2029, WLYB could reach as high as $84.85, with a base case around $63.22 and support toward $49.96 — roughly +56% from $40.50. Momentum favours further upside here.
Expect WLYB to range from $56.48 to $98.91 through 2030. The $72.41 average target implies a +79% move from current prices. That is up +15% on the projected 2029 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
The WLYB price prediction for 2031 points to an average of $86.43 (low $66.60, high $119.89) — a potential gain of +113% on today's $40.50. Momentum favours further upside here.
In 2032, WLYB is projected to trade between $71.21 and $131.44, averaging $93.44 — a potential gain of +131% from today's $40.50. That is up +8% on the projected 2031 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
John Wiley & Sons, Inc.'s 2033 outlook centres on $96.39, within a $72.70 to $137.33 range. That is up +3% on the projected 2032 average. That marks a +138% change versus current levels. Momentum favours further upside here.
By 2034, WLYB could reach as high as $152.01, with a base case around $105.45 and support toward $78.75 — roughly +160% from $40.50. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Expect WLYB to range from $84.17 to $165.82 through 2035. The $113.77 average target implies a +181% move from current prices. That is up +8% on the projected 2034 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
The WLYB price prediction for 2040 points to an average of $174.67 (low $123.93, high $266.71) — a potential gain of +331% on today's $40.50. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
In 2050, WLYB is projected to trade between $254.67 and $629.82, averaging $384.91 — a potential gain of +850% from today's $40.50. That is up +120% on the projected 2040 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
Investing $1,000 in WLYB today (≈ 24.691358 WLYB) could be worth
$9,504.01
+$8,504.01 (+850%) by 2050 · US Dollar
Based on the average projected WLYB price of $384.91 in 2050.
Based on the base (average) forecast scenario. FX rates are indicative. Estimates only — not financial advice.
See what a past investment in WLYBwould be worth at today's price.
$1,000 invested in WLYB on May 27, 2025 (≈ 23.116043 WLYB) would be worth
$936.2
-$63.8 (-6.4%) today · 0.94× · US Dollar
Based on a WLYB entry price of $43.26 vs. today's $40.5.
| Invested | Entry price | Value today | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 week ago | $41.21 | $982.77 | -1.7% |
| 1 month ago | $41.2 | $983.01 | -1.7% |
| 3 months ago | $30.79 | $1,315.36 | +31.5% |
| 6 months ago | $36 | $1,125 | +12.5% |
| 1 year ago | $43.26 | $936.2 | -6.4% |
| All time (5.0y) ago | $64.12 | $631.63 | -36.8% |
Past performance from historical market data — it does not predict future results. FX rates are indicative. Not financial advice.
Enter a price to see how it sits against our WLYB forecast.
Our base-case forecast reaches $81.00 around 2031.
Implied market cap at $81.00: $709.6M
The multi-year forecast outlines a pronounced upside from 2026 through 2050. The average price is forecast to rise from $41.21 in 2026 to $76.62 by 2030, then to $192.54 by 2040 and $424.31 by 2050. Across these years, the model shows bullish momentum beginning in 2028 and persisting through 2050, with significant gains reflected in the ROI figures (85.9 in 2030, 367.2 by 2040, and 929.6 by 2050).
These numbers illustrate substantial upside potential, tempered by the inherent uncertainty of forecasts. As with all estimates, these projections are not guarantees and should be considered within a broad risk context.
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2030 avg $76.62, min $59.75, max $104.68, ROI 85.9, sentiment BULLISH.
The forecast shows Neutral in 2026 and 2027, then BULLISH from 2028 onward, with a 2030 average of $76.62 and a 2050 average of $424.31, corresponding to ROI 85.9 and 929.6 respectively.
Yes. The 2030 max is $104.68, and the 2031 max is $127.82, indicating the potential to exceed $100 in the forecast horizon.
2027 min $39.17, avg $47.96, max $61.47, ROI 16.4, sentiment NEUTRAL.
2040 avg $192.54, min $136.59, max $294.03, ROI 367.2, sentiment BULLISH.
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