WAT Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WAT - Waters Corp
$379.29
1.16 (0.31%)
▲
5d:
+0.64%
30d:
+1.98%
90d:
+26.48%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 03, 2026
29d
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: WAT shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.0% growth. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: WAT shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.0% growth. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$559.68
Based on 8.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$347.52
Trading above historical range
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 22.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WAT is currently trading at $379.29, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $352.60 to $375.87. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 23.0) is in line with its historical norms (22.4). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.0% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WAT is showing sideways momentum. The price is approaching resistance at $385.29. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: WAT has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WAT is showing sideways momentum. The price is approaching resistance at $385.29. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: WAT has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$352.60 -
$375.87
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
60.5%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($401.78)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 1.0% growth with 91.4% revenue growth
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$352.60 -
$375.87
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$339.73
Resistance Level
$385.29
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
23.04
Wall Street Target
$401.78
(+5.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
91.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-3.1%
Profit Margin
11.9%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.0% premium
PE vs Historical
23.0 vs 22.4
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$383.08
(+1%)
2-Year Target
$386.91
(+2%)
3-Year Target
$390.78
(+3%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 23→22)
PE COMPRESSION
$380.01
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 23.0, Growth: 13.5%)
$553.96
(+46%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 21.8, Growth: 13.5%)
$523.77
(+38%)
Bear:
(PE: 18.5, Growth: 13.5%)
$445.21
(+17%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (48x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (23x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 47.99 | Current EPS (TTM): $7.88
Bull Case
$831.89
(+119%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 52.8
Base Case
$756.26
(+99%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 48.0
Bear Case
$257.13
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 40.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
2
Buys
0
Sells
+
Net
INSIDERS BUYING
Recent Transactions
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2026-03-18
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BUY
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