Are these 3 popular ASX 200 stocks a buy, hold or sell ahead of earnings results next week?

As we approach the end of February’s earnings season, there are still plenty of ASX 200 shares to report. 

Three companies that investors will be keeping an eye on next week are: 

• WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX: WTC) 
• Fortescue Ltd (ASX: FMG) 
• Woolworths Group Ltd (ASX: WOW) 

These ASX 200 companies all report HY26 earnings results on Wednesday, February 25. 

There has already been significant volatility this earnings season as investors respond both positively and negatively to results.

Ahead of next week’s reports, here’s what experts are saying about these ASX 200 stocks. 

WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX: WTC) 

Investors will be paying close attention to WiseTech’s results next Wednesday. 

This ASX 200 company has been heavily covered this year amidst the heavy tech sell-off.

Like many other technology shares, WiseTech has come under significant pressure. 

A key factor has been rising investor anxiety around artificial intelligence (AI). 

Instead of serving as a straightforward growth catalyst, rapid AI advancements are increasingly seen as a potential threat to traditional software business models. 

As a result, this ASX 200 stock has fallen 28.5% since the start of the year and almost 60% in the last 12 months. 

However due to this sell-off, many experts are now tipping WiseTech shares as a buy-low opportunity. 

Recent share price targets range from $65 to $109.15. 

This indicates an upside between 32% and 123%. 

A further sell-off next Wednesday after earnings results could push this ASX 200 stock into a strong value territory. 

Fortescue Ltd (ASX: FMG) 

This exploration company is the fourth largest iron ore producer in the world. 

However unlike many other mining and materials companies that have enjoyed tailwinds to start the year, this ASX 200 stock has fallen 8.27%. 

For context, the S&P/ASX 200 Materials (ASX: XMJ) index is up almost 12% year to date. 

This ASX 200 stock closed yesterday trading at $20.31. 

Any further updates on the company’s expansion away from just iron ore and into copper could be a green flag for long term investors. 

Copper has been the centre of attention recently due to its core use in electrification and renewable energy infrastructure. 

Short-term, this ASX 200 stock is being listed as a hold by many experts, with price targets hovering around $20.

Woolworths Group Ltd (ASX: WOW) 

This ASX 200 stock has risen 22% from its 52-week low reached last October, and now sits around $32 per share. 

Investors have scooped up Woolworths shares recently thanks to positive sentiment around the supermarket giant amid interest rate rises.

Experts seem to largely view the supermarket giant as trading close to fair value after gaining ground this year. 

Holders of the ASX 200 stock will be hoping for better news next week, compared to the FY25 earning result that sent the stock tumbling 15% last year.

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Motley Fool contributor Aaron Bell has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool Australia’s parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended WiseTech Global. The Motley Fool Australia has positions in and has recommended WiseTech Global and Woolworths Group. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.