ZWS Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ZWS - Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation
$50.51
0.39 (0.78%)
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5d:
+4.4%
30d:
+3.06%
90d:
-2.79%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 28, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: ZWS shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: ZWS 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
$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 $50.51, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $47.33 to $50.07. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 24.8) is in line with its historical norms (26.6). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.3% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 130.8% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ZWS is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $46.95, while resistance sits at $55.00.
Market Sentiment: ZWS has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $58.10 (+15.0%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ZWS is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $46.95, while resistance sits at $55.00.
Market Sentiment: ZWS has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $58.10 (+15.0%). 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
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$47.33 -
$50.07
Company Quality Score
50/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
59.5%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($58.10)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$47.33 -
$50.07
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$46.95
Resistance Level
$55.00
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jul 31, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
24.76
Wall Street Target
$58.10
(+15.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
10.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
130.8%
Profit Margin
15.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
24.8 vs 26.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$49.35
(-2%)
2-Year Target
$48.21
(-5%)
3-Year Target
$47.10
(-7%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 25→27)
$50.60
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 24.8, Growth: 11.3%)
$69.64
(+38%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.7, Growth: 11.3%)
$58.30
(+15%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.6, Growth: 11.3%)
$49.56
(-2%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (32x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (25x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 32.13 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.56
Bull Case
$72.09
(+43%)
Analyst growth 30.8%, PE expands to 35.3
Base Case
$65.54
(+30%)
Market implied 30.8%, PE stable at 32.1
Bear Case
$34.08
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 27.3
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 24.8 to 26.6
Stabilization Target:
$54.26
(+7.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+7.4%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
10
Sells
Net
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