(WMS) Advanced Drainage Systems - Ratings and Ratios

Exchange: NYSE • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US00790R1041

WMS: Pipes, Chambers, Tanks, Filters, Fittings, Grates, Fabrics

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (NYSE:WMS) stands as a leader in the water management sector, specializing in thermoplastic corrugated pipes and related solutions. Their diverse product range includes single, double, and triple wall corrugated polypropylene and polyethylene pipes, along with leachfield chambers and synthetic aggregate bundles. The companys offerings extend to wastewater treatment systems, septic solutions, and geosynthetic products for soil stabilization and erosion control.

Operating through distinct business segments—Pipe, International, Infiltrator, and Allied Products & Other—WMS caters to various applications across non-residential, residential, agricultural, and infrastructure markets. Their distribution network is robust, ensuring efficient supply chain management and market penetration. This strategic approach underscores their role in critical infrastructure, making them a key player in sustainable water management.

With a market capitalization of $9.124 billion, WMS presents investors with a P/E ratio of 19.68 and a forward P/E of 16.81, indicating potential growth. The P/B ratio of 5.90 and P/S of 3.13 reflect a premium valuation, supported by their strong market position and revenue streams. Since their incorporation in 1966, WMS has built a reputable legacy, headquartered in Hilliard, Ohio, and is well-positioned for continued growth in the water management industry.

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WMS Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 8,618m
Sector Industrials
Industry Building Products & Equipment
GiC Sub-Industry Building Products
IPO / Inception 2014-07-25

WMS Stock Ratings

Growth 5y 45.9%
Fundamental 61.8%
Dividend 61.4%
Rel. Strength -32.3
Analysts 4.63/5
Fair Price Momentum 104.53 USD
Fair Price DCF 59.44 USD

WMS Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 0.49%
Yield on Cost 5y 2.49%
Annual Growth 5y 11.49%
Payout Consistency 93.8%

WMS Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m -64.5%
Growth Correlation 12m -90.3%
Growth Correlation 5y 69.7%
CAGR 5y 33.50%
CAGR/Max DD 5y 0.67
Sharpe Ratio 12m -0.67
Alpha -47.22
Beta 1.609
Volatility 36.71%
Current Volume 505k
Average Volume 20d 576.5k
What is the price of WMS stocks?
As of April 03, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 108.98 with a total of 505,003 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by -2.04%, over one month by +1.09%, over three months by -4.54% and over the past year by -35.75%.
Is Advanced Drainage Systems a good stock to buy?
Yes, based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, Advanced Drainage Systems (NYSE:WMS) is currently (April 2025) a good stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 61.76 and therefor a positive outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of WMS as of April 2025 is 104.53. This means that WMS is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of -4.08%.
Is WMS a buy, sell or hold?
Advanced Drainage Systems has received a consensus analysts rating of 4.63. Therefor, it is recommend to buy WMS.
  • Strong Buy: 6
  • Buy: 1
  • Hold: 1
  • Sell: 0
  • Strong Sell: 0
What are the forecast for WMS stock price target?
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, WMS Advanced Drainage Systems will be worth about 118.2 in April 2026. The stock is currently trading at 108.98. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +8.44%.
Issuer Forecast Upside
Wallstreet Target Price 157.8 44.8%
Analysts Target Price 167.1 53.4%
ValueRay Target Price 118.2 8.4%