Waters (NYSE:WAT) is set to give its latest quarterly earnings report on Monday, 2025-08-04. Here’s what investors need to know before the announcement.
Analysts estimate that Waters will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $2.94.
The market awaits Waters’s announcement, with hopes high for news of surpassing estimates and providing upbeat guidance for the next quarter.
It’s important for new investors to understand that guidance can be a significant driver of stock prices.
Performance in Previous Earnings
The company’s EPS beat by $0.03 in the last quarter, leading to a 1.9% increase in the share price on the following day.
Here’s a look at Waters’s past performance and the resulting price change:
| Quarter | Q1 2025 | Q4 2024 | Q3 2024 | Q2 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPS Estimate | 2.22 | 4.03 | 2.68 | 2.56 |
| EPS Actual | 2.25 | 4.10 | 2.93 | 2.63 |
| Price Change % | 2.0% | -1.0% | 20.0% | 5.0% |
Market Performance of Waters’s Stock
Shares of Waters were trading at $288.76 as of July 31. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 13.21%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely upset going into this earnings release.
Analysts’ Perspectives on Waters
For investors, staying informed about market sentiments and expectations in the industry is paramount. This analysis provides an exploration of the latest insights on Waters.
With 5 analyst ratings, Waters has a consensus rating of Neutral. The average one-year price target is $358.2, indicating a potential 24.05% upside.
Comparing Ratings Among Industry Peers
In this analysis, we …