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Waters Corporation to Present at the Wells Fargo Healthcare Conference

MILFORD, Mass., Aug. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT) announced that Udit Batra, Ph.D., Waters President and Chief Executive Officer, will participate in a fireside chat at the Wells Fargo 21st Annual Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, September 9th, 2026, at 10:15 AM Eastern Time. A live webcast of the event will be available on the 'Events & Presentations' section of Waters Investor Relations website at https://ir.waters.com. A replay of the webcast will be available for 90 days. About Waters Corporation Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT) is a global leader in life scienc

Waters stock holds above $412 as investors digest recent institutional buying

Waters Corporation (WAT) is trading above $412 per share in late August 2026, with institutional investors increasing their positions, indicating confidence in the company's long-term earnings potential. Analysts have a "moderate buy" rating with an average price target of $420.35, suggesting the stock is near its fair value. The company's business model, focusing on analytical instrumentation with recurring revenue from consumables and services, supports a stable outlook for its cash flows and earnings.

Waters stock digests BD Biosciences hit as investors eye Q2 loss and recovery

Waters Corporation (ISIN US9418481035) reported a Q2 2026 net loss of $136 million due to charges from the BD Biosciences acquisition, including intangible amortization and inventory step-up costs. Despite this, the company showed 9% organic constant-currency growth, indicating solid underlying demand. Analysts maintain a "moderate buy" rating with a consensus target price of $420.35, suggesting the loss is a temporary effect of acquisition accounting.

Waters Corporation Announces Senior VP Resignation and Names Tina Wu as Successor

Waters Corporation announced the resignation of Senior Vice President Robert L. Carpio III from his role as head of the Waters Analytical Sciences Division, effective August 20, 2026. Tina Wu, who currently leads the Waters Materials Sciences Division and China operations, has been appointed as his successor. Wu brings over 20 years of international experience, including a significant tenure at DuPont, to her new position.

OVERSEA CHINESE BANKING Corp Ltd Has $35.64 Million Stock Holdings in Waters Corporation $WAT

OVERSEA CHINESE BANKING Corp Ltd significantly increased its stake in Waters Corporation, now holding 95,028 shares valued at $35.64 million, making it their 22nd largest position. Other institutional investors also adjusted their holdings in Waters, with BlackRock Inc. acquiring a substantial new position. The article also details recent insider selling by a director and outlines Waters Corporation's strong financial performance, analyst ratings, and future earnings guidance.

Waters Corporation stock hits 52-week high at 420.3 USD By Investing.com

Waters Corporation (WAT) stock recently reached a 52-week high of $420.3, reflecting a robust 44.4% appreciation over the past year. Despite this strong performance and exceeding Q2 2026 earnings and revenue expectations, InvestingPro Tips suggest the stock might be overvalued. The company also received an upgrade to "Buy" from TD Cowen with a $475 price target, highlighting its strategic outlook amidst market conditions.

Waters stock holds above $410 as guidance and valuation draw attention

Waters Corporation stock is trading above $410 per share, with management reiterating Q3 2026 EPS guidance of $3.95-$4.05 and full-year EPS guidance of $14.45-$14.65. Despite a "moderate buy" analyst consensus, the company's valuation, at 8.7 times price-to-sales, significantly exceeds the life sciences industry average of 4.1 times and its peer group average of 5.3 times, highlighting investor confidence in its chromatography and mass spectrometry technologies. The premium valuation is attributed to Waters' steady demand in regulated end markets and strong operating margins.

Waters (WAT) Stock Could Be Cheap On Q2 Earnings Expectations

AKO CAPITAL LLP's Waters Corp(WAT) Holding History

This article details AKO CAPITAL LLP's investment history in Waters Corp (WAT) as of June 30, 2026. AKO CAPITAL LLP holds 203,356 shares valued at $76.27 million, representing 1.78% of their portfolio. The firm has made 8 purchases and 4 sales of WAT shares since 2023Q3, resulting in an estimated gain of $62.96 million.

Assetmark Inc. Has $1.57 Million Stake in Waters Corporation $WAT

Assetmark Inc. significantly reduced its stake in Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT) by 56.5% in the second quarter, now holding 4,196 shares valued at $1.57 million. Other institutional investors like Zions Bancorporation and SHP Wealth Management have recently adjusted their positions in Waters, with institutional ownership standing at 94.01%. Insider activity also includes Director Christopher A. Kuebler selling 3,626 shares for over $1.4 million.

WATERS CORP /DE/ 2Q 2026: Revenue $1.65B, EPS $(1.39) — 10-Q Summary

Waters Corp (WAT) reported its second-quarter 2026 results, showing a significant increase in revenue to $1.65 billion, primarily due to the acquisition of BDS. Despite the revenue growth, the company posted a net loss of $136 million and diluted earnings per share of $(1.39) for the quarter. Business highlights include strong recurring and consumables momentum, broad geographic expansion, and ongoing operational integration efforts including a workforce reduction.