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Watts Water Technologies Inc

Watts Water Technologies Inc

WTS
$356.02USD↑+1.64%+5.76 today

MARKET CAP

11.9B

P/E (TTM)

29.6x

FWD P/E

26.2x

DAY RANGE

$353 – $357

52W RANGE

$260
$395

AI Summary

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WTS remains in Stage 4 downtrend within a longer-term uptrend. Although a Bearish Exhaustion pattern and oversold readings hint at a short-term bounce, price remains below declining EMAs and active lower highs/lower lows. Medium-term bias remains bearish, with execution deferred until rallies into resistance near the EMAs and the 50-period moving average for trimming exposures.

  • ↑Quarterly dividend $0.63 per share highlights robust operating cash flow.
  • ↑Analysts lifted EPS forecasts to $13.36, up 9.2% from $12.23.
  • ↓Negative growth factor signals potential revenue stagnation ahead.
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The case for & against

Bull & Bear analysis

Bearish

Watts Water Technologies (WTS) is a leading manufacturer and supplier of water quality, flow control, and plumbing solutions. The company plays a crucial role in the water management sector, providing products designed for the efficient use of water in residential, commercial, and industrial applications. With the global emphasis on sustainability and efficient water usage, Watts Water is well-positioned to capitalize on the rising demand for advanced water technologies and solutions.

Bull says

  • ↑Quarterly dividend $0.63 per share highlights robust operating cash flow.
  • ↑Analysts lifted EPS forecasts to $13.36, up 9.2% from $12.23.
  • ↑Positive revisions and momentum factors signal improving analyst sentiment.
  • ↑Stock gained in 8 of last 10 days, reflecting strong technical momentum.
  • ↑Named to TIME’s Best Companies 2026 for sustainability and culture.
  • ↑High earnings yield and quality factor support valuation cushion.

Bear says

  • ↓Negative growth factor signals potential revenue stagnation ahead.
  • ↓High leverage elevates interest expense risk amid rising rates.
  • ↓Low dividend yield factor and cash flow constraints threaten payouts.
  • ↓Short interest remains elevated, indicating bearish investor sentiment.
  • ↓Weak book-to-price metric points to undervaluation yet underlying weakness.
  • ↓Analysts maintain 'Hold' rating noting limited price appreciation potential.

Earnings Call · Q1 2025 · Mgmt. Guidance

Updated 05-12-2026neutral

Transcript signals

Bull points

  • We began 2025 with better than expected first quarter results, including record adjusted operating income, adjusted operating margin, and adjusted earnings per share.
  • Adjusted operating margin of 19% exceeded expectations due to better than expected volume, productivity, and cost controls.
  • As a result of our solid start to 2025 and expected cash flows for the remainder of the year, we announced a 21% dividend increase beginning in June.

Bear points

  • Organic sales declined 2% in the quarter due to fewer shipping days, which we noted on our last earnings call, and continuing weakness in Europe.
  • Recently, global GDP forecasts have been revised downward including a first quarter contraction in the U.S.
  • We expect continued weakness in Europe due to a slowdown in new construction amid continued economic weakness.
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