WSO 📈 Watsco - Overview

Exchange: NYSE • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US9426222009

WSO: Air Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration, Equipment, Parts, Supplies

Watsco, Inc. operates as a distributor of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment, as well as related parts and supplies, catering to a diverse customer base across the United States and internationally. The company's product portfolio encompasses a wide range of residential and commercial HVAC systems, including ducted and ductless air conditioners, gas, electric, and oil furnaces, and specialized equipment designed for specific applications. Additionally, Watsco distributes an array of replacement parts, such as compressors, evaporator coils, and motors, which are essential for the maintenance and repair of HVAC systems.

The company's supplies segment includes a broad spectrum of products, such as thermostats, insulation materials, refrigerants, and ductworks, which are used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC systems. Furthermore, Watsco offers a variety of ancillary supplies, including grills, registers, sheet metals, tools, copper tubing, concrete pads, tapes, and adhesives, which are used in conjunction with HVAC systems. The company also provides plumbing and bathroom remodeling supplies, thereby expanding its product offerings beyond traditional HVAC equipment. By serving contractors and dealers that operate in the replacement and new construction markets, Watsco plays a vital role in the supply chain for residential and light commercial central air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration systems.

With a history dating back to 1956, Watsco, Inc. has established itself as a leading distributor of HVAC equipment and related products. The company's headquarters in Miami, Florida, serves as a strategic hub for its operations, enabling it to effectively manage its distribution network and cater to the needs of its customers. As a publicly traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol WSO, Watsco is committed to delivering value to its shareholders while maintaining its position as a trusted partner for contractors, dealers, and other stakeholders in the HVAC industry. The company's web presence, accessible at https://www.watsco.com, provides a platform for customers to access information about its products, services, and operations.

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WSO Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 21,319m
Sector Industrials
Industry Industrial Distribution
GiC Sub-Industry Trading Companies & Distributors
IPO / Inception 1984-06-07

WSO Stock Ratings

Growth 5y 96.1%
Fundamental 66.7%
Dividend 69.1%
Rel. Strength Industry -2.69
Analysts 3.14/5
Fair Price Momentum 542.14 USD
Fair Price DCF 490.83 USD

WSO Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 2.18%
Yield on Cost 5y 6.75%
Annual Growth 5y 8.90%
Payout Consistency 95.0%

WSO Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m 48.7%
Growth Correlation 12m 87.8%
Growth Correlation 5y 93.2%
CAGR 5y 25.31%
CAGR/Mean DD 5y 3.77
Sharpe Ratio 12m 0.53
Alpha -7.56
Beta 0.91
Volatility 32.21%
Current Volume 627k
Average Volume 20d 223.2k
What is the price of WSO stocks?
As of December 22, 2024, the stock is trading at USD 484.33 with a total of 627,000 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by -5.06%, over one month by -8.92%, over three months by -2.40% and over the past year by +17.44%.
Is Watsco a good stock to buy?
Yes, based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, Watsco (NYSE:WSO) is currently (December 2024) a good stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 66.68 and therefor a positive outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of WSO as of December 2024 is 542.14. This means that WSO is currently undervalued and has a potential upside of +11.94% (Margin of Safety).
Is WSO a buy, sell or hold?
Watsco has received a consensus analysts rating of 3.14. Therefor, it is recommend to hold WSO.
  • Strong Buy: 3
  • Buy: 0
  • Hold: 9
  • Sell: 0
  • Strong Sell: 2
What are the forecast for WSO stock price target?
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, WSO Watsco will be worth about 601 in December 2025. The stock is currently trading at 484.33. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +24.08%.
Issuer Forecast Upside
Wallstreet Target Price 474.6 -2%
Analysts Target Price 375.1 -22.6%
ValueRay Target Price 601 24.1%