WTS Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WTS - Watts Water Technologies, Inc. Class A
$368.55
-12.65 (-3.32%)
▼
5d:
-1.74%
30d:
+18.78%
90d:
+25.78%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD - EXTENDED: WTS is 7.5% above its trading range ($342.99). Fundamentals are solid but entry is stretched. Hold existing positions; wait for pullback to add new shares.
📊 HOLD - EXTENDED: WTS is 7.5% above its trading range ($342.99). Fundamentals are solid but entry is stretched. Hold existing positions; wait for pullback to add new shares.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$444.74
Based on 6.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$276.15
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 24.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WTS is currently trading at $368.55, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $303.00 to $342.99. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 28.2) compared to its historical average (24.8). At these levels, the market is pricing in 4.4% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WTS is showing sideways momentum. The price is approaching resistance at $323.05. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.3% recently.
Market Sentiment: WTS 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, WTS is showing sideways momentum. The price is approaching resistance at $323.05. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.3% recently.
Market Sentiment: WTS 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
$303.00 -
$342.99
Company Quality Score
61/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
46.2%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range (+7.5% above its trading range)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-3.3%)
- BEARISH: Trading above Wall St target ($345.44)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 4.4% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$303.00 -
$342.99
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$296.65
Resistance Level
$323.05
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
28.20
Wall Street Target
$345.44
(-6.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
21.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
34.5%
Profit Margin
14.3%
Valuation Premium vs History
+4.4% premium
PE vs Historical
28.2 vs 24.8
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+4.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$384.77
(+4%)
2-Year Target
$401.70
(+9%)
3-Year Target
$419.37
(+14%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 28→25)
PE COMPRESSION
$368.77
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 28.2, Growth: 9.1%)
$479.04
(+30%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 21.8, Growth: 9.1%)
$369.94
(+0%)
Bear:
(PE: 18.5, Growth: 9.1%)
$314.45
(-15%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (35x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (28x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 34.91 | Current EPS (TTM): $10.92
Bull Case
$501.79
(+36%)
Analyst growth 19.7%, PE expands to 38.4
Base Case
$456.17
(+24%)
Market implied 19.7%, PE stable at 34.9
Bear Case
$259.22
(-30%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 29.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Last updated: July 04, 2026 5:38 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
6
Sells
Net
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