Overall Fundamental outlook

Business Operations:

Sector: Healthcare
Industry: Diagnostics & Research

Waters Corporation provides analytical workflow solutions in Asia, the Americas, and Europe. The company operates through two segments, Waters and TA. The company designs, manufactures, sells, and services liquid chromatography, as well as mass spectrometry (MS) technology systems and supports products, including chromatography columns, and other consumable products. It also designs, manufactures, sells, and services thermal analysis, rheometry, and calorimetry instruments for use in predicting the suitability and stability of fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, water, polymers, metals, and viscous liquids for various industrial, consumer goods, and healthcare products, as well as for life science research; and develops and supplies software-based products that interface with its instruments, as well as other manufacturers' instruments. In addition, the company offers MS technology, which is used in drug discovery and development comprising clinical trial testing, the analysis of proteins in disease processes, nutritional safety analysis, and environmental testing. Its products are used by clinical, pharmaceutical, biochemical, industrial, nutritional safety, environmental, academic, and governmental customers working in research and development, quality assurance, and other laboratory applications. The company was founded in 1958 and is headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.

Revenue projections:

Revenue projections for WAT
Revenue projections for WAT

WAT is projected to see a decline in revenue compared to last year, which could lead to investor caution. A drop in earnings is often viewed as a negative signal for profitability, making it more difficult for the company to maintain investor confidence in its financial health.

Financial Ratios:

currentRatio 1.733000
forwardPE 18.794178
debtToEquity 60.282000
earningsGrowth -0.031000
revenueGrowth 0.068000
grossMargins 0.592830
operatingMargins 0.337570
trailingEps 10.750000
forwardEps 16.341230

A current ratio of 1.733 for WAT implies that the company has ample liquidity to meet its short-term debts. WAT's cash reserves and current assets should easily cover these obligations, highlighting its financial stability and ability to manage short-term liabilities.
WAT's Forward PE is in a strong range, indicating that its stock price compares well with its earnings. The stock is not considered overpriced, leaving ample room for growth and making it a promising option for investors looking for value and future returns.
WAT's low earnings and revenue growth suggest that the company may see declining profits. This indicates potential financial challenges ahead, and could lead to a more cautious outlook from investors.
WAT's positive gross and operating margins reflect its ability to generate profits from operations. These margins demonstrate efficient cost control and profitability, indicating strong financial health for the company.
With a forward EPS greater than its trailing EPS, Waters Corporation is expected to see higher profitability this year. The forecasted increase in earnings reflects optimism about the company's financial growth and potential for improved performance over the prior year.

Price projections:

Price projections for WAT
Price projections for WAT

Price projections for WAT have consistently been revised upward, suggesting that analysts are increasingly optimistic about the company's performance. This trend reflects a positive outlook for WAT's future.

Insider Transactions:

Insider Transactions for WAT
Insider Transactions for WAT


2 transactions to buy WAT shares were recorded, with market price at 296.2799987792969.During the review period, no buy transactions were executed.WAT's current price levels have seen more selling than buying, which may indicate potential for further decline. If this trend continues, the stock could experience additional price drops, as selling pressure grows.

Recommendation changes over time:

Recommendations trend for WAT
Recommendations trend for WAT


A recent buy bias from analysts toward Waters Corporation indicates strong confidence in the stock's future performance. This could encourage investors to park their money in Waters Corporation, viewing it as a stable and potentially rewarding investment opportunity with promising long-term growth prospects.