
Flowserve (FLS) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Flowserve (FLS) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Flowserve Corp demonstrated impressive financial performance, with adjusted operating margins expanding by 370 basis points year-over-year to 14.8%, surpassing consensus estimates. The company is experiencing notable growth driven by strong demand in North America and the Middle East, along with expectations of double-digit growth in nuclear and traditional power bookings, indicating a positive outlook for power infrastructure spending. Additionally, robust aftermarket momentum and consistent quarterly bookings exceeding $600 million highlight Flowserve's strong market position and operational execution, supporting an optimistic trajectory for future revenue growth.
Bears say
Flowserve Corp has revised its total sales and organic sales growth projections downward, with organic sales guidance now expected in the range of 1%-3%, falling short of previous estimates and consensus expectations. This reflects a concerning trend, as the company's total sales decreased by 5.7% during the 2018-2022 period, peaking at $3.9 billion in 2019, while experiencing a core sales growth average of just 0.9% and a significant operating margin contraction. Additionally, the company's current trading valuation at 16.6x the 2026 EPS estimate indicates a 17% discount compared to SMID-cap peers, while uncertainty surrounding its major sectors, oil & gas and emerging markets, poses further risks to its financial stability.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Flowserve and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Flowserve (FLS) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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