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Watsco Inc (WSO) Earnings Fall Short: 3Q EPS of $4.22 Misses $4.76 Estimate

By October 23, 2024 No Comments
  • Watsco’s third-quarter earnings per share (EPS) are at $4.22, which is lower than last year’s $4.35 and below the estimate of $4.76.
  • The company’s revenue for the quarter stands at $2.16 billion, marking a 1.6% increase year-over-year. However, this is below the projected $2.24 billion.
  • The operating margin decreased to 11.6%, down from last year’s 12.1%, and below the estimated 12.3%.
  • Gross margin for the quarter is 26.2%, compared to 26.7% last year, and under the forecasted 27%.
  • Analyst ratings for Watsco include 3 buy recommendations, 7 hold, and 3 sell.

A look at Watsco Inc Smart Scores

FactorScoreMagnitude
Value2
Dividend3
Growth4
Resilience4
Momentum5
OVERALL SMART SCORE3.6

Smart Score is a compound score for the Company indicating its overall outlook. It is derived by taking an equally weighted average of underlying Factor scores computed by Smartkarma

Watsco Inc, a company that distributes air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration equipment, along with related parts and supplies, is projected to have a positive long-term outlook according to Smartkarma Smart Scores. With strong scores in Growth, Resilience, and Momentum, Watsco Inc is showing promising signs for future performance. The company’s growth potential, ability to withstand market challenges, and favorable momentum indicate a bright future ahead.

While Watsco Inc‘s scores in Value and Dividend are not as high, the overall outlook remains optimistic due to the company’s solid performance in key areas such as Growth and Resilience. Operating primarily in the Sunbelt region of the United States, Watsco Inc has established a strong market presence and is well-positioned to capitalize on future opportunities in the air conditioning and heating industry.


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