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Waters Corporation (WAT)
Waters Corporation stock price live, this page displays NYSE WAT stock exchange data. View the WAT premarket stock price ahead of the market session or assess the after hours quote. Monitor the latest movements within the Waters Corporation real time stock price chart below.
What Is the Waters Corporation Stock Price Today?
The Waters Corporation stock price today is 355.12.
What Is the Stock Symbol for Waters Corporation?
The stock ticker symbol for Waters Corporation is WAT.
Is WAT the Same as $WAT?
$WAT is a common way to refer to the Waters Corporation ticker symbol in social media, forums, and online discussions. The dollar sign is a shorthand convention used to indicate that it is a stock ticker symbol
What Stock Exchange Does Waters Corporation Trade On?
Waters Corporation is listed and trades on the NYSE stock exchange.
Is Waters Corporation a Good Stock to Buy?
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What Is the Waters Corporation Stock Price Today?
The Waters Corporation stock price today is 355.12.
What Is the Stock Symbol for Waters Corporation?
The stock ticker symbol for Waters Corporation is WAT.
Is WAT the Same as $WAT?
$WAT is a common way to refer to the Waters Corporation ticker symbol in social media, forums, and online discussions. The dollar sign is a shorthand convention used to indicate that it is a stock ticker symbol
What Stock Exchange Does Waters Corporation Trade On?
Waters Corporation is listed and trades on the NYSE stock exchange.
Is Waters Corporation a Good Stock to Buy?
Determining whether Waters Corporation—or any stock—is a good buy requires comprehensive analysis. To evaluate its potential, users can sign up to InvestingPro, where they can assess the current Waters Corporation share price compared with the fair value and other essential metrics.
You can find more details by visiting the additional pages to view historical data, charts, latest news, analysis or visit the forum to view opinions on the WAT quote. (ISIN: US9418481035)
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352.04
+1.55(+0.44%)
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339.15
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52 wk Range
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Day's Range
339.15356.99
52 wk Range
275.05414.15
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Strong Buy
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Strong Buy
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13 Buy
9 Hold
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22 analysts
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Buy
Analysts 12-Month Price Target:
Average 397.32
(+12.86% Upside)
Waters Corporation SWOT Analysis
Growth Catalysts | Biologics market's 10.3% CAGR through 2028 and GLP-1 treatments' 25%+ growth rate provide tailwinds for Waters' ambitious expansion strategy |
Market Dynamics | Waters' expanded portfolio strengthens its competitive edge, with analysts noting a potential upside due to current valuation gap compared to industry peers |
Financial Prospects | Projected free cash flow to double by 2027, with adjusted EBITDA margins exceeding 31% and potential for substantial borrowing capacity for future growth |
Strategic Expansion | Waters Corporation's acquisition of BDX's Biosciences & Dx business positions it for significant growth in pharmaceutical and biotechnology manufacturing sectors |
Waters Corporation Earnings Call Summary for Q1/2026
- Waters posted Q1 2026 EPS of $2.70, beating estimates of $2.31; revenue hit $1.27B vs. $1.20B forecast, driving 10.64% pre-market stock surge to $334.
- Strong performance driven by successful integration of BD's Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions acquisition; adjusted operating margin reached 23.6%.
- CEO Udit Batra highlighted exceptional operational execution and strong positioning for continued growth trajectory and shareholder value delivery.
- Company faces headwinds including GAAP diluted loss of $(0.87) per share from acquisition charges and Biosciences Division challenges in China market.
- Management issued optimistic guidance expecting continued revenue and EPS growth, supported by upcoming product launches and strategic expansion initiatives.
Last Updated: 05/05/2026, 10:03 AM
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Last Update: May 05, 2026
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Latest Release
May 05, 2026
EPS / Forecast
2.70 / 2.31
Revenue / Forecast
1.27B / 1.2B
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Metrics to compare | WAT | Sector Sector - Average of metrics from a broad group of related Healthcare sector companies | Relationship RelationshipWATPeersSector | |
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P/E Ratio | 77.5x | 21.5x | −0.6x | |
PEG Ratio | −2.00 | 0.36 | 0.00 | |
Price / Book | 2.3x | 3.4x | 2.6x | |
Price / LTM Sales | 9.2x | 3.0x | 3.2x | |
Upside (Analyst Target) | 12.5% | 34.2% | 48.1% | |
Fair Value Upside | Unlock | 12.3% | 5.8% | Unlock |
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.
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FAQ
What Is the Waters (WAT) Stock Price Today?
The Waters stock price today is 352.04 USD.
What Stock Exchange Does Waters Trade On?
Waters is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.
What Is the Stock Symbol for Waters?
The stock symbol for Waters is "WAT."
What Is the Waters Market Cap?
As of today, Waters market cap is 34.58B USD.
What Is Waters's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?
The Waters EPS (TTM) is 6.89.
When Is the Next Waters Earnings Date?
Waters will release its next earnings report on Aug 04, 2026.
From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is WAT a Buy or Sell?
Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Buy.
How Many Times Has Waters Stock Split?
Waters has split 2 times.
How Many Employees Does Waters Have?
Waters has 16000 employees.
What is the current trading status of Waters (WAT)?
As of May 08, 2026, Waters (WAT) is trading at a price of 352.04 USD, with a previous close of 350.49 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 339.15 USD to 356.99 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 275.05 USD to 414.15 USD.
What Is Waters (WAT) Price Target According to Analysts?
The average 12-month price target for Waters is 397.32 USD, with a high estimate of 480 USD and a low estimate of 345 USD. 13 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +12.86% Upside potential.
What Is the WAT Premarket Price?
WAT's last pre-market stock price is 349.50 USD. The pre-market share volume is 130.00, and the stock has decreased by -0.99, or -0.28%.
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