KWR Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KWR - Quaker Houghton
$142.60
0.61 (0.43%)
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5d:
-0.24%
30d:
+9.78%
90d:
-19.69%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 30, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: KWR shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.1% decline. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: KWR shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.1% decline. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$279.08
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$173.29
17.7% 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 16.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KWR is currently trading at $142.60, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $129.48 to $143.25. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 16.0) is in line with its historical norms (16.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.1% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 54.8% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KWR is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $133.20, while resistance sits at $150.58.
Market Sentiment: KWR has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $170.33 (+19.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KWR is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $133.20, while resistance sits at $150.58.
Market Sentiment: KWR has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $170.33 (+19.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$129.48 -
$143.25
Company Quality Score
60/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
73.8%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($170.33)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$129.48 -
$143.25
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$133.20
Resistance Level
$150.58
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
May 14, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
16.02
Wall Street Target
$170.33
(+19.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
8.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
54.8%
Profit Margin
0.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.1% cheaper
PE vs Historical
16.0 vs 16.1
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$142.46
(0%)
2-Year Target
$142.31
(0%)
3-Year Target
$142.17
(0%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 16→16)
$142.88
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.0, Growth: 28.4%)
$415.04
(+191%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 16.0, Growth: 28.4%)
$301.68
(+112%)
Bear:
(PE: 13.6, Growth: 28.4%)
$256.43
(+80%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (21x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (16x PE) as earnings recover.
Forward PE: 20.62 | Forward EPS (Implied): $6.92
Bull Case
$172.19
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 21.7
Base Case
$142.60
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 20.6
Bear Case
$109.09
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 18.6
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 16.0 to 16.1
Stabilization Target:
$143.31
(+0.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+0.5%
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