Waters Shares Surge on Bullish Analyst Initiation

Waters Corporation witnessed a significant uptick in its stock price yesterday, climbing 3.3% to close at $328.73. This notable advance was primarily fueled by Rothschild Redburn, which commenced coverage of the company with a highly optimistic “Buy” recommendation. The financial services firm set a price target of $390 for the shares, indicating substantial potential upside from current levels.

The company’s robust financial health provides a solid foundation for this bullish sentiment. For the second quarter of 2025, Waters reported revenue of $771 million, exceeding market expectations and delivering an 8% increase in earnings. The firm’s gross margin stood at an impressive 59.02%, highlighting its operational efficiency and pricing power within the sector.

Rothschild Redburn’s analysis emphasized Waters’ position as the premier pure-play provider... Read more...