(WSO) Watsco - Ratings and Ratios

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

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

Watsco, Inc. (NYSE:WSO) is a leading distributor of air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration equipment, parts, and supplies across the United States, Canada, Latin America, and the Caribbean. The company specializes in residential and commercial HVAC systems, offering a wide range of products, including ducted and ductless air conditioners, furnaces, compressors, evaporator coils, and other essential components. Watsco also provides plumbing and bathroom remodeling supplies, catering to contractors and dealers in the replacement and new construction markets. Founded in 1956 and headquartered in Miami, Florida, the company operates through a vast network of locations, ensuring comprehensive coverage of its target markets.

From a technical perspective, Watscos stock is currently trading at $494.91, below its 20-day SMA of $499.57 but above its 200-day SMA of $488.20. The stocks average 20-day volume is 268,250 shares, with an ATR of 19.30, indicating moderate volatility. Key resistance levels are at $520.4 and $494.5, with additional support at $466.3.

On the fundamental side, Watsco has a market capitalization of $20.16 billion, with a trailing P/E of 38.01 and a forward P/E of 33.90. The companys P/B ratio stands at 7.70, and its P/S ratio is 2.65, reflecting its premium valuation. Watscos return on equity (RoE) is 11.97%, indicating efficient profitability relative to shareholder equity.

3-Month Forecast:

Month 1: The stock is expected to remain under pressure as it trades below the 20-day and 50-day SMAs. Support at $494.5 and $466.3 will be critical levels to watch. A breakdown below $466.3 could signal further downside, targeting $440.

Month 2: If the stock recovers above the 50-day SMA of $496.98, it may attempt to test the resistance level at $520.4. This would require improved momentum and volume, as indicated by the ATR of 19.30.

Month 3: A bullish reversal is possible if the stock breaks above $520.4, with potential upside targeting $550. However, this scenario depends on improving fundamental conditions, such as stronger earnings or positive macroeconomic developments.

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WSO Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 19,999m
Sector Industrials
Industry Industrial Distribution
GiC Sub-Industry Trading Companies & Distributors
IPO / Inception 1984-06-07

WSO Stock Ratings

Growth Rating 86.2
Fundamental 62.5
Dividend Rating 73.4
Rel. Strength -1.96
Analysts 3.12/5
Fair Price Momentum 500.09 USD
Fair Price DCF 332.95 USD

WSO Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 2.38%
Yield on Cost 5y 7.90%
Annual Growth 5y 8.78%
Payout Consistency 95.1%

WSO Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m 33.3%
Growth Correlation 12m 56.5%
Growth Correlation 5y 93%
CAGR 5y 26.35%
CAGR/Max DD 5y 0.97
Sharpe Ratio 12m 0.27
Alpha -4.91
Beta 1.096
Volatility 43.51%
Current Volume 481.8k
Average Volume 20d 319k
What is the price of WSO stocks?
As of April 25, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 453.09 with a total of 481,800 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by -10.57%, over one month by -11.08%, over three months by -7.95% and over the past year by +5.15%.
Is Watsco a good stock to buy?
Yes, based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, Watsco (NYSE:WSO) is currently (April 2025) a good stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 62.49 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 April 2025 is 500.09. This means that WSO is currently undervalued and has a potential upside of +10.37% (Margin of Safety).
Is WSO a buy, sell or hold?
Watsco has received a consensus analysts rating of 3.12. Therefor, it is recommend to hold WSO.
  • Strong Buy: 3
  • Buy: 0
  • Hold: 12
  • 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 556.4 in April 2026. The stock is currently trading at 453.09. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +22.79%.
Issuer Forecast Upside
Wallstreet Target Price 485.4 7.1%
Analysts Target Price 485.4 7.1%
ValueRay Target Price 556.4 22.8%