Watsco

OVERVALUEDWSO · NYSE · Industrials
WSO·NYSE·Industrials
OVERVALUED
Watsco
31.9%downside
MARKET PRICE
$438.93
FAIR PRICE
$298.81
MARGIN
$140.12
UNDERVALUEDFAIROVERVALUED
P/E RATIO
35.4x
DIV. YIELD
3.57%
ROE
18.3%
MARKET CAP
$17B
FPI
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FAIR PRICE VALUATION

31.9%downside

Updated daily

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

MARKET PRICE

$438.93

FAIR PRICE

$298.81

MARGIN

$140.12

UNDERVALUEDFAIROVERVALUED

P/E Ratio

35.4x

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Div. Yield

3.57%

ROE

18.3%

Strong

Market Cap

$17B

Large-cap

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FPI RATING

6.3/ 10

Low debt levels and high-quality fundamentals, but 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.

$239.05CONSERVATIVE ENTRY
$298.81FAIR PRICE
$438.93MARKET PRICE

SAFETY MARGIN

20%

Below fair value

ENTRY LEVEL

$239.05

Fair price × 0.80

DISTANCE

45.5%

Price to entry level

At the current price of $438.93, WSO trades 45.5% above the conservative entry level of $239.05. This entry level represents a 20% margin of safety below the calculated fair price of $298.81 — 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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METHODOLOGY

How we calculate WSO's fair price

Watsco's fair price of $298.81 is derived from a blended model that combines DCF analysis (50%), relative valuation against Industrials peers using metrics like P/E and EV/EBITDA (30%), and analyst consensus (20%). At the current market price of $438.93, WSO trades 31.9% above its calculated fair value.

DCF MODEL · 50%

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

RELATIVE · 30%

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

ANALYST · 20%

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

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FAQ

What is the fair price of WSO?+

Based on our blended model combining DCF analysis (50%), relative valuation against Industrials peers (30%), and analyst consensus (20%), the fair price for Watsco is $298.81. At the current market price of $438.93, WSO trades 31.9% above its calculated fair value.

Is WSO overvalued or undervalued?+

Watsco is currently overvalued based on our valuation model. The stock trades at $438.93, which is 31.9% above the fair price of $298.81. The P/E ratio of 35.4x is a key metric in the valuation.

What is the margin of safety for WSO?+

With a 20% margin of safety applied to the fair price of $298.81, the conservative entry level for WSO is $239.05. At the current market price of $438.93, the stock trades 45.5% 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 WSO's fair price updated?+

We update fair price calculations for WSO daily after market close. The current fair price of $298.81 incorporates the latest market data and sector multiples.

What factors affect WSO's fair price calculation?+

WSO's fair price of $298.81 is derived from DCF analysis (50% weight), relative valuation against Industrials peers (30% weight), and analyst consensus (20% weight). Key metrics include P/E of 35.4x, ROE of 18.3%, and dividend yield of 3.57%.

Is WSO a good buy right now?+

At $438.93, WSO trades 31.9% above our fair value estimate of $298.81. The stock is currently overvalued. ROE stands at 18.3% (strong). Fair Price Index provides valuation data — always do your own research before investing.

Does WSO pay dividends?+

WSO has a dividend yield of 3.57%.

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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.