KWR Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KWR - Quaker Houghton
$161.16
-0.09 (-0.06%)
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5d:
+2.92%
30d:
+11.73%
90d:
+29.98%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
25d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: KWR is fairly valued with market pricing in 4.3% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
📊 HOLD: KWR is fairly valued with market pricing in 4.3% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$276.82
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$171.88
6.2% 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 16.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KWR is currently trading at $161.16, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $141.56 to $155.10. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 18.4) compared to its historical average (16.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 4.3% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KWR is in a downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $149.11. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: KWR has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KWR is in a downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $149.11. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: KWR has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$141.56 -
$155.10
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
58.1%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($170.57)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 4.3% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$141.56 -
$155.10
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$138.36
Resistance Level
$149.11
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
18.37
Wall Street Target
$170.57
(+5.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
8.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
54.8%
Profit Margin
0.2%
Valuation Premium vs History
+4.3% premium
PE vs Historical
18.4 vs 16.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+4.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$168.09
(+4%)
2-Year Target
$175.32
(+9%)
3-Year Target
$182.86
(+14%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 18→16)
PE COMPRESSION
$161.29
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 25.1%)
$373.95
(+132%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 18.4, Growth: 25.1%)
$315.34
(+96%)
Bear:
(PE: 15.6, Growth: 25.1%)
$268.04
(+66%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (22x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (18x PE) as earnings recover.
Forward PE: 22.17 | Forward EPS (Implied): $7.27
Bull Case
$194.60
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 23.3
Base Case
$161.16
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 22.2
Bear Case
$123.29
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 20.0
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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