ZWS Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ZWS - Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation
$49.01
0.19 (0.39%)
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5d:
-3.85%
30d:
+1.58%
90d:
+3.01%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 28, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: ZWS is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -3.3% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: ZWS is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -3.3% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$73.62
Based on 7.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$45.71
Trading above historical range
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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ZWS is currently trading at $49.01, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $48.10 to $51.46. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 23.9) is in line with its historical norms (26.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.3% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 132.0% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ZWS is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $48.59. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 40/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $58.10 (+19.0%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ZWS is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $48.59. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 40/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $58.10 (+19.0%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$48.10 -
$51.46
Company Quality Score
47/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
70.0%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($58.10)
- WARNING: Composite score 47/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$48.10 -
$51.46
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$48.59
Resistance Level
$52.35
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
23.93
Wall Street Target
$58.10
(+19.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
10.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
132.0%
Profit Margin
15.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
23.9 vs 26.4
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$47.21
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$45.65
(-7%)
3-Year Target
$44.14
(-10%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 24â26)
$48.69
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 23.9, Growth: 11.3%)
$67.31
(+38%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.1, Growth: 11.3%)
$56.44
(+16%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.1, Growth: 11.3%)
$47.98
(-2%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (31x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (24x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 30.61 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.62
Bull Case
$68.68
(+40%)
Analyst growth 25.9%, PE expands to 33.7
Base Case
$62.44
(+27%)
Market implied 25.9%, PE stable at 30.6
Bear Case
$33.72
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 26.0
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 23.9 to 26.4
Stabilization Target:
$53.85
(+10.3%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+10.3%
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Last updated: August 22, 2026 8:24 PM ET
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