Flowserve (FLS) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
FLS - Flowserve Corporation
$67.76
-3.83 (-5.35%)
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5d:
-4.25%
30d:
-12.21%
90d:
-6.41%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 28, 2026
4d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: FLS shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: FLS shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$115.73
Based on 8.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$71.86
5.7% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 16.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: FLS is currently trading at $67.76, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $70.32 to $74.64. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 14.7) compared to its historical average (16.8). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 4.5% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 24.2% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FLS is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $65.79. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 5.3% recently.
Market Sentiment: FLS scores 30/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $87.60 (+29.3%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FLS is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $65.79. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 5.3% recently.
Market Sentiment: FLS scores 30/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $87.60 (+29.3%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$70.32 -
$74.64
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
52.4%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (30/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-5.3%)
- BULLISH: Trading 29.3% below Wall St target ($87.60)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$70.32 -
$74.64
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$65.79
Resistance Level
$72.83
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 22, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.66
Wall Street Target
$87.60
(+29.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-1.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
24.2%
Profit Margin
8.0%
Valuation Discount vs History
-4.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
14.7 vs 16.8
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-4.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$64.71
(-5%)
2-Year Target
$61.80
(-9%)
3-Year Target
$59.02
(-13%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15→17)
$67.64
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 12.7%)
$131.26
(+94%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.7, Growth: 12.7%)
$96.89
(+43%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.5, Growth: 12.7%)
$82.36
(+22%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (24x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 24.35 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.94
Bull Case
$123.81
(+83%)
Analyst growth 57.2%, PE expands to 26.8
Base Case
$112.56
(+66%)
Market implied 57.2%, PE stable at 24.4
Bear Case
$48.68
(-28%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 20.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 14.7 to 16.8
Stabilization Target:
$77.66
(+14.6%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+14.6%
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