Waters Corporation (WAT)

Currency in USD
349.53
+6.78(+1.98%)
Closed·
349.99+0.46(+0.13%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
341.19353.53
52 wk Range
275.05414.15
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
342.75
Open
344
Day's Range
341.19-353.53
52 wk Range
275.05-414.15
Volume
1.87M
Average Volume (3m)
1.28M
1-Year Change
1.1781%
Book Value / Share
155.88
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
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Price Target
388.23
Upside
+11.07%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
Analysts anticipate sales growth in the current year

Waters Corporation News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Buy
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Buy

Analyst Ratings

13 Buy
9 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
22 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 388.23
(+11.07% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
UBS
Hold375.00+7.29%330.00MaintainMay 06, 2026
JPMorgan
Hold345.00-1.30%330.00MaintainMay 06, 2026
Baird
Buy387.00+10.72%362.00MaintainMay 06, 2026
BofA Securities
Hold370.00+5.86%350.00MaintainMay 06, 2026
UBS
Hold330.00-5.59%370.00MaintainApr 13, 2026

Waters Corporation SWOT Analysis


Biologics Boost
Waters Corporation strategically positions itself in the rapidly expanding biologics market, with acquisitions and product developments strengthening its offerings in this high-growth sector.
Financial Health
Explore Waters' robust financial metrics, including a 59.3% gross profit margin and nearly $3 billion in annual revenue, underpinning its strategic initiatives and market expansion.
Market Dynamics
Delve into the projected 10.3% CAGR of the biologics market through 2028, and how Waters' specialized expertise in QA/QC for biopharmaceuticals positions it for potential outperformance.
Analyst Outlook
Analyst price targets range from $360 to $460, reflecting varied perspectives on Waters' growth potential amid its focus on high-growth areas like GLP-1 treatments and biologics.
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Waters Corporation Earnings Call Summary for Q1/2026

  • Waters posted Q1 2026 EPS of $2.70, beating estimates of $2.31; revenue hit $1.27B vs. $1.20B forecast, driving 10.64% pre-market stock surge to $334.
  • Strong performance driven by successful integration of BD's Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions acquisition; adjusted operating margin reached 23.6%.
  • CEO Udit Batra highlighted exceptional operational execution and strong positioning for continued growth trajectory and shareholder value delivery.
  • Company faces headwinds including GAAP diluted loss of $(0.87) per share from acquisition charges and Biosciences Division challenges in China market.
  • Management issued optimistic guidance expecting continued revenue and EPS growth, supported by upcoming product launches and strategic expansion initiatives.
Last Updated: 2026-05-05, 10:04 a/m
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Earnings

Latest Release
May 05, 2026
EPS / Forecast
2.70 / 2.31
Revenue / Forecast
1.27B / 1.2B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

WAT Income Statement

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P/E Ratio
76.3x21.3x−0.5x
PEG Ratio
−2.050.360.00
Price/Book
2.2x3.3x2.6x
Price / LTM Sales
9.1x2.7x3.2x
Upside (Analyst Target)
9.2%34.2%48.3%
Fair Value Upside
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Waters Corporation provides analytical workflow solutions in Asia, the Americas, and Europe. The company operates through two segments, Waters and TA. The company designs, manufactures, sells, and services liquid chromatography, as well as mass spectrometry (MS) technology systems and supports products, including chromatography columns, and other consumable products. It also designs, manufactures, sells, and services thermal analysis, rheometry, and calorimetry instruments for use in predicting the suitability and stability of fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, water, polymers, metals, and viscous liquids for various industrial, consumer goods, and healthcare products, as well as for life science research; and develops and supplies software-based products that interface with its instruments, as well as other manufacturers' instruments. In addition, the company offers MS technology, which is used in drug discovery and development comprising clinical trial testing, the analysis of proteins in disease processes, nutritional safety analysis, and environmental testing. Its products are used by clinical, pharmaceutical, biochemical, industrial, nutritional safety, environmental, academic, and governmental customers working in research and development, quality assurance, and other laboratory applications. The company was founded in 1958 and is headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
47.93M48.82%16.43B
Other Institutional Investors
26.84M27.34%9.20B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
23.40M23.84%8.02B
Total
98.17M100.00%33.65B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
Australian Foundation Investment Company Limited12.87%12,634,0004,330,304
BlackRock, Inc.7.78%7,637,2382,617,663

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FAQ

What Is the Waters (WAT) Stock Price Today?

The Waters stock price today is 349.53 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Waters Trade On?

Waters is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Waters?

The stock symbol for Waters is "WAT."

What Is the Waters Market Cap?

As of today, Waters market cap is 34.31B USD.

What Is Waters's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Waters EPS (TTM) is 10.76.

When Is the Next Waters Earnings Date?

Waters will release its next earnings report on Aug 04, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is WAT a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Buy.

How Many Times Has Waters Stock Split?

Waters has split 2 times.

How Many Employees Does Waters Have?

Waters has 16000 employees.

What is the current trading status of Waters (WAT)?

As of May 07, 2026, Waters (WAT) is trading at a price of 349.53 USD, with a previous close of 342.75 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 341.19 USD to 353.53 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 275.05 USD to 414.15 USD.

What Is Waters (WAT) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Waters is 388.23 USD, with a high estimate of 480 USD and a low estimate of 330 USD. 13 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +11.07% Upside potential.

What Is the WAT Premarket Price?

WAT's last pre-market stock price is 342.53 USD. The pre-market share volume is 610.00, and the stock has decreased by -0.22, or -0.06%.

What Is the WAT After Hours Price?

WAT's last after hours stock price is 349.99 USD, the stock has decreased by 0.46, or 0.13%.
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