Should you buy Veralto stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for Veralto is currently BUY. Veralto trades at $97.07 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Buy. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 1.942 with rising momentum (signal: 1.853); RSI is at 62.1 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $112.76 points to 16.2% upside. The stock is in a broader uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200). This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Veralto stock?
The average analyst price target for Veralto is $112.76. The current price is $97.07, which gives an upside of 16.2%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $101.48 and $124.04.
Is Veralto a dividend stock?
Yes, Veralto is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 0.53%. The latest dividend was $0.13 per share. The latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend) was 6/30/2026. The payout ratio is 11.9%, which is considered sustainable. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 7/31/2026.
When does Veralto pay a dividend in 2026?
Veralto pays its next dividend on 7/31/2026. The latest dividend was $0.13 per share with an ex-dividend date of 6/30/2026. The dividend yield is 0.53%. The payout ratio of 11.9% points to a sustainable dividend with room to grow.
What is the risk of Veralto stock?
Veralto is rated as a stock with low risk. the annual standard deviation is 22.8%, which classifies the stock as low risk.
Is Veralto overvalued?
No, Veralto is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (16.2% upside). Veralto has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 24.3 (moderately to highly valued), a P/S ratio of 4.1, a P/B ratio of 7.4. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 16.2%.
Is Veralto overbought?
No, Veralto is not overbought. RSI is at 62.1 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 62.1 (upper neutral zone), which shows positive momentum but is not yet overbought. In addition, the price is 3.5% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish).
When is the next Veralto earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for Veralto has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is Veralto shorted?
Yes, Veralto is shorted with 3.3% of the free float sold short. This is a moderate level of short selling, within the normal range for most stocks. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Veralto stock?
No, insiders are not buying Veralto shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 4 sales. On a net basis, 1,731,341 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 0 purchases and 20 sales, with a net 4,727,679 $ sold. Active sellers include Honeycutt Jennifer, Ralhan Sameer, Beneteau Lesley and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Veralto a good stock?
Based on our total score, Veralto is rated as a good stock with a total score of 60 out of 100. The stock scores above average on value, quality and momentum – it is among the top 40% in our database. The score is made up of Value: 42/100, Quality: 69/100, Momentum: 68/100. In addition: analysts see 16.2% upside to the price target; a dividend of 0.53%; technical signal: Buy. Whether Veralto is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Veralto stock?
The outlook for Veralto based on current data: the average analyst price target is $112.76 (+16.2%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the P/E ratio is 24.3 (moderate). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Veralto stock rising?
Veralto is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 3.5% above the 20-day average; MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish signal); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Veralto go?
The average analyst price target for Veralto is $112.76, which corresponds to a potential gain of 16.2% from the current price of $97.07. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Veralto fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Veralto. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Veralto do?
Veralto Corporation provides water analytics, water treatment, marking and coding, and packaging and color solutions worldwide. It operates through two segments, Water Quality (WQ) and Product Quality & Innovation (PQI). The WQ segment offers precision instrumentation and wate... The company belongs to the Industri sector, more specifically the Pollution & Treatment Controls industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Veralto as an investment.
Did Veralto raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Veralto. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Veralto making money or losing money?
Yes, Veralto is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 17.4% — which is solid. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 21.4%. At a P/E ratio of 24.3, you currently pay 24.3 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Veralto go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Veralto is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 3.67 — that places the company in the healthy zone. The company has a healthy balance sheet with limited debt relative to earnings and assets. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 6 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 214% (high). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Veralto have a lot of debt?
Yes, Veralto has elevated debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 214%. For the industri sector, anything above 150% counts as elevated — that raises the financial risk, especially if interest rates rise or earnings fall. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector.
