AlphaStocks
3.8
Weak

WATERS CORP /DE/ (WAT)

Health Care / Life Sciences Tools & Services

S&P 500

$299.93

Scores poorly across most models. Proceed with caution.

Weak

Score based on 5 of 5 models — high confidence

#875out of 1127 in Health Care

Is WATERS CORP /DE/ a Good Investment in 2026?

WATERS CORP /DE/ (WAT) scores 3.8 out of 10 on AlphaStocks' composite model, earning a Weak rating. The Piotroski model is the most favorable, rating WATERS CORP /DE/ as Neutral. However, the Graham model rates it Caution — 41% above fair value. WATERS CORP /DE/ currently trades above its estimated fair value of $263, suggesting limited upside at current prices. WATERS CORP /DE/ ranks #875 out of 1127 stocks in the Health Care sector.

This summary is algorithmically generated and is not financial advice.

Key Metrics

P/E27.9ROE6.2Market Cap18B

Estimated Fair Value

$263.2914% above

Trading slightly above estimated fair value.

Model-based estimate, not a price target.

5-Model Analysis

Each model evaluates this stock from a different angle. Combined, they form the composite score above.

Piotroski

Neutral

4/9

Buffett

Neutral

Business quality & competitive moat

Graham

Caution

41% above fair value

Lynch

Neutral

PEG 3.1 · Stalwart

Greenblatt

Neutral

Top 25% (rank 21%)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is WATERS CORP /DE/ (WAT) a good investment?
Based on AlphaStocks' composite analysis, WATERS CORP /DE/ (WAT) scores 3.8 out of 10, earning a Weak rating. This score is below average, suggesting caution. Trading slightly above estimated fair value.
What is WATERS CORP /DE/'s Piotroski F-Score?
WATERS CORP /DE/'s Piotroski F-Score status is Neutral. The raw score is 4/9. The Piotroski F-Score evaluates financial health using 9 fundamental signals including profitability, leverage, and operating efficiency.
Is WAT overvalued or undervalued?
Based on AlphaStocks' model-based fair value estimate of $263, WAT appears overvalued. The stock currently trades 14% above its estimated fair value. Trading slightly above estimated fair value.
How does WAT compare to other Health Care stocks?
WATERS CORP /DE/ ranks #875 out of 1127 stocks in the Health Care sector, placing it in the top 78% of its sector by composite score. There are higher-ranked alternatives in this sector worth exploring.
What do investment models say about WAT?
AlphaStocks evaluates WAT using five proven investment models. Piotroski: Neutral; Buffett: Neutral; Graham: Caution; Lynch: Neutral; Greenblatt Magic Formula: Neutral. These models are combined into a single composite score of 3.8/10.

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