Waters

OVERVALUEDWAT · NYSE · Healthcare
WAT·NYSE·Healthcare
OVERVALUED
Waters
16.6%downside
MARKET PRICE
$306.05
FAIR PRICE
$255.29
MARGIN
$50.76
UNDERVALUEDFAIROVERVALUED
P/E RATIO
26.8x
DIV. YIELD
N/A
ROE
31.3%
MARKET CAP
$17B
FPI
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FAIR PRICE VALUATION

16.6%downside

Updated daily

Model: DCF 50% · Relative 30% · Consensus 20%

MARKET PRICE

$306.05

FAIR PRICE

$255.29

MARGIN

$50.76

UNDERVALUEDFAIROVERVALUED

P/E Ratio

26.8x

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Div. Yield

N/A

ROE

31.3%

Exceptional

Market Cap

$17B

Large-cap

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FPI RATING

6.2/ 10

Strong profitability and high-quality fundamentals, but limited growth momentum and expensive valuation relative to fundamentals.

Analytical data, not an investment recommendation. Updated daily.

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MARGIN OF SAFETY

A 20% margin of safety below fair value — the conservative entry level for risk-aware investors.

$204.23CONSERVATIVE ENTRY
$255.29FAIR PRICE
$306.05MARKET PRICE

SAFETY MARGIN

20%

Below fair value

ENTRY LEVEL

$204.23

Fair price × 0.80

DISTANCE

33.3%

Price to entry level

At the current price of $306.05, WAT trades 33.3% above the conservative entry level of $204.23. This entry level represents a 20% margin of safety below the calculated fair price of $255.29 — a buffer that accounts for estimation uncertainty in the valuation model.

Margin of safety is a risk management concept, not an investment recommendation. The 20% threshold follows Benjamin Graham's value investing framework. Fair price and entry levels are model-based estimates updated daily. Learn more about Margin of Safety ↗

VALUATION HISTORY

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P/E RATIO HISTORY

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METHODOLOGY

How we calculate WAT's fair price

Waters's fair price of $255.29 is derived from a blended model that combines DCF analysis (50%), relative valuation against Healthcare peers using metrics like P/E and EV/EBITDA (30%), and analyst consensus (20%). At the current market price of $306.05, WAT trades 16.6% above its calculated fair value.

DCF MODEL · 50%

Discounted free cash flow analysis based on projected cash flows, discounted at a rate reflecting WAT's risk profile.

RELATIVE · 30%

Comparing WAT's valuation multiples against Healthcare peers to determine if the stock is over or undervalued relative to its industry.

ANALYST · 20%

Aggregated analyst price targets for WAT, weighted by recency and analyst accuracy.

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FAQ

What is the fair price of WAT?+

Based on our blended model combining DCF analysis (50%), relative valuation against Healthcare peers (30%), and analyst consensus (20%), the fair price for Waters is $255.29. At the current market price of $306.05, WAT trades 16.6% above its calculated fair value.

Is WAT overvalued or undervalued?+

Waters is currently overvalued based on our valuation model. The stock trades at $306.05, which is 16.6% above the fair price of $255.29. The P/E ratio of 26.8x is a key metric in the valuation.

What is the margin of safety for WAT?+

With a 20% margin of safety applied to the fair price of $255.29, the conservative entry level for WAT is $204.23. At the current market price of $306.05, the stock trades 33.3% above this entry level. Margin of safety is a risk management concept from Benjamin Graham's value investing framework, not an investment recommendation.

How often is WAT's fair price updated?+

We update fair price calculations for WAT daily after market close. The current fair price of $255.29 incorporates the latest market data and sector multiples.

What factors affect WAT's fair price calculation?+

WAT's fair price of $255.29 is derived from DCF analysis (50% weight), relative valuation against Healthcare peers (30% weight), and analyst consensus (20% weight). Key metrics include P/E of 26.8x, ROE of 31.3%.

Is WAT a good buy right now?+

At $306.05, WAT trades 16.6% above our fair value estimate of $255.29. The stock is currently overvalued. ROE stands at 31.3% (exceptional). Fair Price Index provides valuation data — always do your own research before investing.

Does WAT pay dividends?+

WAT does not currently pay a dividend.

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Fair Price Index is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Fair value calculations are model-based estimates and may not reflect actual market conditions. Always conduct your own research before making investment decisions.