Zurn Water Solutions (ZWS.US) Price Target 2026/2027: 15% Upside – Rating and Stock Analysis

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Zurn Water Solutions Price Target 2026: Analysts See 17% Upside

The average price target for Zurn Water Solutions is $58.10. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 17.24% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is Zurn Water Solutions overvalued or undervalued?

Zurn Water Solutions is currently undervalued with a gap of 17.2% relative to the price target.


The current price is $49.56, which places Zurn Water Solutions in the undervalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $52.29, and overvalued when the price exceeds $63.91.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Zurn Water Solutions, the fair value range lies between $52.29 and $63.91.


See the full price target analysis for Zurn Water Solutions →

Analyst Ratings for Zurn Water Solutions stock in 2026: Buy

8 analysts cover Zurn Water Solutions. Analysts are mostly neutral — 62.5% recommend Hold. The average price target is $58.10, which gives an upside of 17.2% from the current price.

Consensus: Buy (3.75/5)
Strong Buy
3 (37.5%)
Hold
5 (62.5%)
Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy
3.75 out of 5 based on 8 analysts

About Zurn Water Solutions – Pollution & Treatment Controls

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation engages in design, procurement, manufacture, and marketing of water management solutions in the United States, Canada, and internationally. It offers water dispensing and filtration products, such as filtered bottle filling stations, water fountains and water dispensers, and filtered faucets under the Elkay and Halsey Taylor brand names; filtered units including water filters; and water safety and control products, such as backflow preventers, fire system valves, pressure reducing valves, and thermostatic mixing valves under the Zurn and Wilkins brand names. The company also provides flow systems products comprising point drains, hydrants, fixture carrier systems, and chemical drainage systems; and oil and grease interceptors and separators, acid neutralization systems, and remote monitoring systems under the Zurn, Green Turtle, and Wade brands. In addition, it offers sensor operated flush valves under the Aquaflush, AquaSense, and AquaVantage brands; heavy-duty commercial faucets under the AquaSpec brand; flush valves and faucets under the Hydro X Power brands; water conserving fixtures under the EcoVantage and Zurn One brands; stainless steel, quartz, fireclay-ceramic, and cast iron sinks under the Elkay brand name; stainless steel sinks and plumbing fixtures under the Just brand; restroom partition systems and lockers under the Hadrian brand name; and hand dryers. Further, the company offers its products to institutional, commercial, waterworks, and residential end markets through independent sales representatives, plumbing wholesalers, and industry-specific distributors in the waterworks, foodservice, industrial, janitorial, sanitation, and sitework industries. The company was formerly known as Zurn Water Solutions Corporation and changed its name to Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation in July 2022. Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation was founded in 1900 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Read more about the company

Key Figures for Zurn Water Solutions

$ 8.2B Market cap
$ 1.8B Revenue
Pollution & Treatment Controls Industry
30.57 P/E
4.57 P/S
5.03 P/B
USA Listed on exchange

What kind of stock is Zurn Water Solutions?

Growth stock

Zurn Water Solutions is classified as a growth stock with quarterly earnings growth of 132.0% and strong long-term momentum of 0.0%.

📈 Valuation

Zurn Water Solutions trades at a P/E ratio of 30.6, which is above the market average. The forward P/E is 24.8 (19% lower), which suggests the market expects rising earnings. The P/S ratio is 4.6. The P/B ratio is 5.0. The PEG ratio is 1.65.

💵 Profitability & Growth

Zurn Water Solutions has a profit margin of 15.5% (solid) and an operating margin of 31.4%. Return on equity (ROE) is 16.9% — solid return on equity. Return on assets (ROA) is 8.7%. The latest quarterly earnings grew 132.0% year over year — strong growth.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 7 out of 9 — good financial health. Altman Z2 is 2.57 (middle zone — moderate). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 66.9% — low debt, a solid balance sheet.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 3.86%.

Zurn Water Solutions Dividend 2026: 0.8% Dividend Yield

Dividend Key Figures for Zurn Water Solutions in 2026

Dividend yield
0.83%
Payout ratio
25.9%
Low

When does Zurn Water Solutions pay a dividend in 2026?

Next dividend payment
September 4, 2026

How much does Zurn Water Solutions pay in dividends?

Zurn Water Solutions does not currently pay a dividend. This may be because the company reinvests its profits in growth, or because there is not enough profit for dividend payments. You can find more information about the dividend policy on the company's website.

Historical Dividend Payments for Zurn Water Solutions

No historical dividend payments are registered for this stock.

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No historical dividend payments available.

Insider Trading in Zurn Water Solutions 2026: The Signal Is mostly negative

In 2026, insiders at Zurn Water Solutions have made 20 transactions – split into 10 purchases and 10 sales. On a net basis, insiders took 2,918,503 $ out of the stock. Active insiders include Troy Peggy, Schooler Rosemary, MOORE GEORGE C and others. In the short term (last 3 months), the insider signal is mostly negative.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): Mostly negative

Insiders have sold more than they have bought over the last 3 months.

Over the last 3 months: 5 purchases and 1 sales. A net 1,181,657 $ out of the stock.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Mostly negative

Insiders have sold considerably more than they have bought. At large companies this can be due to planned sales (10b5-1 plans) and is not necessarily a negative signal.

Across the last 20 transactions: 10 purchases and 10 sales. A net 2,918,503 $ out of the stock.

Latest purchase: Troy Peggy bought 604 shares at 48 $ each on 2026-07-15. The stock has since risen 4.1%.

Latest sale: PETERSON MARK W sold 25,000 shares at 53 $ each on 2026-08-04.

Who is buying: Troy Peggy, Schooler Rosemary, MOORE GEORGE C, Longren David C., CHRISTOPOUL THOMAS.

Who is selling: PETERSON MARK W, Troutman Michael, LaValle Jeffrey J., JAHNKE TIMOTHY J, Chhabra Sudhanshu and others.

Latest Insider Trades in Zurn Water Solutions (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in Zurn Water Solutions. Green rows are purchases, red rows are sales. The data is based on official filings.

Transaction date Name Type Number of shares Price per share ($) Total amount ($)
2026-08-04 PETERSON MARK W Sell 25,000 53 1,325,500
2026-07-15 Troy Peggy Buy 604 48 28,769
2026-07-15 Schooler Rosemary Buy 525 48 25,006
2026-07-15 MOORE GEORGE C Buy 657 48 31,293
2026-07-15 Longren David C. Buy 604 48 28,769
2026-07-15 CHRISTOPOUL THOMAS Buy 630 48 30,007
2026-04-15 Troy Peggy Buy 607 47 28,766
2026-04-15 Schooler Rosemary Buy 528 47 25,022
2026-04-15 MOORE GEORGE C Buy 660 47 31,277
2026-04-15 Longren David C. Buy 607 47 28,766

Who is buying and selling Zurn Water Solutions shares in 2026?

The following insiders have bought shares in Zurn Water Solutions: Troy Peggy, Schooler Rosemary, MOORE GEORGE C, Longren David C., CHRISTOPOUL THOMAS. In total, 287,719 $ was bought across 10 transactions. The following insiders have sold shares: PETERSON MARK W, Troutman Michael, LaValle Jeffrey J., JAHNKE TIMOTHY J, Chhabra Sudhanshu and others. In total, 3,206,222 $ was sold across 10 transactions. Insider trades are legal transactions in which executives and board members buy or sell shares of their own company. These transactions are reported to the SEC and are publicly available.

Zurn Water Solutions Short Selling 2026: 3.9% Sold Short

Moderate short interest: 3.9% of the free float
Short % of free float
3.9%
Assessment
Moderate short interest
Short squeeze risk
Low
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has a moderate share of short selling. Between 2-5% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which is within the normal range for most stocks.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
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3.9%

When Does Zurn Water Solutions Report Earnings?

The next earnings date for Zurn Water Solutions is not yet available. Check the company's investor calendar for more information.



Technical Analysis of Zurn Water Solutions 2026 – Signal: Strong Buy

Overall Technical Signal: Strong Buy

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated August 20, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Zurn Water Solutions Corporation

Zurn Water Solutions Corporation is in a short-term downtrend. The price of $49.59 is 2.0% below the 20-day average ($50.60). Medium term, the picture is positive: the price is 0.5% above the 50-day average ($49.36). Long term, the stock is 3.0% above the 200-day average ($48.14), which confirms a long-term uptrend.

Golden Cross: The 50-day average (49.36) is above the 200-day average (48.14), which is a classic bullish signal for Zurn Water Solutions Corporation.

Is Zurn Water Solutions Corporation overbought or oversold?

Zurn Water Solutions Corporation has an RSI of 47.1, right in the middle of the neutral zone. There is no clear buying or selling pressure.

MACD Analysis for Zurn Water Solutions Corporation

Daily MACD: MACD is positive (0.327), which means the short-term trend is bullish (the 12-day EMA is above the 26-day EMA). MACD is below the signal line (0.603) by 0.276, which suggests the positive momentum is fading – the trend could be turning.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is positive (0.871), which indicates a broader bullish long-term trend. MACD5 is above the signal line (0.754) by 0.117, which confirms rising long-term momentum.

Overall MACD assessment: Both the daily and weekly trend are bullish (MACD positive). However, momentum shows signs of weakening on a daily basis. Watch whether the trend holds.

Risk Profile for Zurn Water Solutions Corporation

Zurn Water Solutions Corporation has an annual standard deviation of 0.0%, which classifies the stock as Conservative. Price swings are limited, and the stock suits conservative investors.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Zurn Water Solutions Corporation

Trend: Positive. The price trades above SMA50 and SMA200.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bullish (0.327). Weekly bullish (0.871).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily falling. Weekly rising.

RSI: 47.1 – neutral.

Technical signal: Strong Buy

The price is in an uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200) and MACD is positive on both a daily and weekly basis. Trend and MACD trend confirm each other – the strongest technical buy signal.

Frequently Asked Questions About Zurn Water Solutions stock in 2026

Should you buy Zurn Water Solutions stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for Zurn Water Solutions is currently BUY. Zurn Water Solutions trades at $49.56 as of 8/20/2026. The overall technical signal is: Strong Buy. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 0.327 with falling momentum (signal: 0.603); RSI is at 47.1 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term downtrend (price below the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $58.10 points to 17.2% 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 Zurn Water Solutions stock?
The average analyst price target for Zurn Water Solutions is $58.10. The current price is $49.56, which gives an upside of 17.2%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $52.29 and $63.91.
Is Zurn Water Solutions a dividend stock?
Yes, Zurn Water Solutions is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 0.83%. The payout ratio is 25.9%, which is considered sustainable. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 9/4/2026.
When does Zurn Water Solutions pay a dividend in 2026?
Zurn Water Solutions pays its next dividend on 9/4/2026. The dividend yield is 0.83%. The payout ratio of 25.9% points to a sustainable dividend with room to grow.
What is the risk of Zurn Water Solutions stock?
Zurn Water Solutions is rated as a stock in the risk category Conservative. the annual standard deviation is 0.0%, which classifies the stock as Conservative.
Is Zurn Water Solutions overvalued?
No, Zurn Water Solutions is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (17.2% upside). Zurn Water Solutions has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 30.6 (highly valued), a P/S ratio of 4.6, a P/B ratio of 5.0. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 17.2%.
Is Zurn Water Solutions overbought?
No, Zurn Water Solutions is not overbought. RSI is at 47.1 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 47.1 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 2.1% below the 20-day average (short-term downtrend). In addition, MACD is positive, but momentum is falling.
When is the next Zurn Water Solutions earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for Zurn Water Solutions has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is Zurn Water Solutions shorted?
Yes, Zurn Water Solutions is shorted with 3.9% 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 Zurn Water Solutions stock?
No, insiders are not buying Zurn Water Solutions shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 5 purchases and 1 sales. On a net basis, 1,181,657 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 10 purchases and 10 sales, with a net 2,918,503 $ sold. Active sellers include PETERSON MARK W, Troutman Michael, LaValle Jeffrey J. 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 Zurn Water Solutions a good stock?
We do not yet have enough data to give Zurn Water Solutions an overall rating. In addition: analysts see 17.2% upside to the price target; a dividend of 0.83%; technical signal: Strong Buy. Whether Zurn Water Solutions 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 Zurn Water Solutions stock?
The outlook for Zurn Water Solutions based on current data: the average analyst price target is $58.10 (+17.2%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the P/E ratio is 30.6 (high – the market expects growth). 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 Zurn Water Solutions stock falling?
Zurn Water Solutions is falling right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 2.1% below the 20-day average; insiders have mostly been buying the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Zurn Water Solutions go?
The average analyst price target for Zurn Water Solutions is $58.10, which corresponds to a potential gain of 17.2% from the current price of $49.56. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Zurn Water Solutions fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Zurn Water Solutions. 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 Zurn Water Solutions do?
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation engages in design, procurement, manufacture, and marketing of water management solutions in the United States, Canada, and internationally. It offers water dispensing and filtration products, such as filtered bottle filling stations, wate... The company belongs to the Industrials 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 Zurn Water Solutions as an investment.
Did Zurn Water Solutions raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Zurn Water Solutions. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Zurn Water Solutions making money or losing money?
Yes, Zurn Water Solutions is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 15.5% — which is solid. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 31.4%. At a P/E ratio of 30.6, you currently pay 30.6 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 Zurn Water Solutions go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Zurn Water Solutions is rated as moderate. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 2.57 — that places the company in the middle zone. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 7 — which is strong. Debt relative to equity is 67% (moderate). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Zurn Water Solutions have a lot of debt?
No, Zurn Water Solutions has low debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 67%. For the industrials sector, anything below 100% counts as low debt. Industrial companies often sit at 100-200% because of heavy production assets and long order books. 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. Can Zurn Water Solutions service its debt? Can service its debt without problems — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 13.3x, and net debt equals 0.4 years of earnings (EBITDA).