Quaker Houghton (KWR) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KWR - Quaker Houghton
$156.22
1.22 (0.79%)
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5d:
-2.56%
30d:
-7.5%
90d:
+8.89%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 29, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: KWR shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: KWR shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$280.66
Based on 12.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$174.27
10.4% 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 16.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KWR is currently trading at $156.22, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $160.15 to $169.73. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 16.4) is in line with its historical norms (16.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.1% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 54.8% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KWR is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $152.51. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: KWR scores 37/100 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 $192.57 (+23.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KWR is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $152.51. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: KWR scores 37/100 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 $192.57 (+23.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$160.15 -
$169.73
Company Quality Score
52/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (37/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 23.3% below Wall St target ($192.57)
- WARNING: Composite score 52/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$160.15 -
$169.73
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$152.51
Resistance Level
$171.17
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
16.43
Wall Street Target
$192.57
(+23.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
10.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
54.8%
Profit Margin
5.0%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.1% cheaper
PE vs Historical
16.4 vs 16.5
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$156.06
(0%)
2-Year Target
$155.91
(0%)
3-Year Target
$155.75
(0%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 16→17)
$156.40
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 21.0%)
$339.93
(+118%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 16.4, Growth: 21.0%)
$276.94
(+77%)
Bear:
(PE: 14.0, Growth: 21.0%)
$235.40
(+51%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (28x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (16x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 27.78 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.58
Bull Case
$290.49
(+86%)
Analyst growth 70.4%, PE expands to 30.6
Base Case
$264.08
(+69%)
Market implied 70.4%, PE stable at 27.8
Bear Case
$105.40
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 23.6
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 16.4 to 16.5
Stabilization Target:
$156.87
(+0.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+0.4%
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Last updated: September 13, 2026 5:48 AM ET
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