FLS Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
FLS - Flowserve Corporation
$69.61
0.88 (1.28%)
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5d:
+6.98%
30d:
-15.02%
90d:
-21.2%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 04, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: FLS trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -4.7% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: FLS trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -4.7% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$122.80
Based on 8.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$76.25
8.7% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 17.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: FLS is currently trading at $69.61, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $68.01 to $82.37. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 15.1) compared to its historical average (17.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 4.7% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 14.3% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FLS is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $63.27, while resistance sits at $72.42.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $90.00 (+29.3%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FLS is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $63.27, while resistance sits at $72.42.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $90.00 (+29.3%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$68.01 -
$82.37
Company Quality Score
54/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 29.3% below Wall St target ($90.00)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$68.01 -
$82.37
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$63.27
Resistance Level
$72.42
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.09
Wall Street Target
$90.00
(+29.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-6.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
14.3%
Profit Margin
7.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-4.7% cheaper
PE vs Historical
15.1 vs 17.5
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-4.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$66.34
(-5%)
2-Year Target
$63.22
(-9%)
3-Year Target
$60.25
(-13%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15→18)
$69.88
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.0, Growth: 13.6%)
$148.83
(+114%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.1, Growth: 13.6%)
$102.11
(+47%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.8, Growth: 13.6%)
$86.80
(+25%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (25x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 25.27 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.72
Bull Case
$128.24
(+84%)
Analyst growth 69.6%, PE expands to 27.8
Base Case
$116.58
(+68%)
Market implied 69.6%, PE stable at 25.3
Bear Case
$46.74
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 21.5
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 15.1 to 17.5
Stabilization Target:
$80.74
(+16.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+16.0%
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Last updated: May 22, 2026 9:01 PM ET
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