Watsco, Inc. (WSO)

NYSE: WSO · Real-Time Price · USD
484.33
-1.26 (-0.26%)
Dec 20, 2024, 4:00 PM EST - Market closed
-0.26%
Market Cap 18.23B
Revenue (ttm) 7.47B
Net Income (ttm) 485.57M
Shares Out 37.64M
EPS (ttm) 13.03
PE Ratio 37.18
Forward PE 33.82
Dividend $10.80 (2.23%)
Ex-Dividend Date Oct 16, 2024
Volume 407,491
Open 483.81
Previous Close 485.59
Day's Range 481.00 - 491.82
52-Week Range 373.33 - 571.42
Beta 0.91
Analysts Buy
Price Target 488.33 (+0.83%)
Earnings Date Feb 11, 2025

About WSO

Watsco, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the distribution of air conditioning, heating, refrigeration equipment, and related parts and supplies in the United States and internationally. The company distributes equipment, including residential ducted and ductless air conditioners, such as gas, electric, and oil furnaces; commercial air conditioning and heating equipment systems; and other specialized equipment. It also offers parts comprising replacement compressors, evaporator coils, motors, and other component parts; and suppli... [Read more]

Sector Industrials
Founded 1945
Employees 7,425
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol WSO
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2023, Watsco's revenue was $7.28 billion, an increase of 0.13% compared to the previous year's $7.27 billion. Earnings were $499.37 million, a decrease of -9.17%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Forecast

According to 3 analysts, the average rating for WSO stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price forecast is $488.33, which is an increase of 0.83% from the latest price.

Price Target
$488.33
(0.83% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

Watsco to Present at the Stephens Investment Conference on November 19, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. CT

MIAMI, Nov. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Watsco, Inc. (NYSE: WSO) announced today that Rick Gomez, Vice President of Corporate Development, is scheduled to present at the Stephens Investment Conferenc...

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Watsco: Primed For Market-Beating Returns Following Q3 Earnings

Watsco reported mixed Q3 results, but sees a stabilizing HVAC equipment market and reason for optimism. The company expects pricing and volumes to increase due to new regulatory requirements. Watsco's...

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Watsco, Inc. (WSO) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Watsco, Inc. (NYSE:WSO) Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call October 23, 2024 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Albert Nahmad - Chairman and CEO Paul Johnston - Executive Vice President Barry Logan - Exec...

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Watsco Reports Record Sales, Enhanced Operating Efficiency, Strong Cash Flow and Improving Business Trends

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2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Watsco Schedules Third Quarter Earnings Conference Call on Wednesday, October 23, 2024

MIAMI, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Watsco, Inc. (NYSE: WSO) announced today that it will host a conference call to discuss its 2024 third quarter financial results on Wednesday, October 23, 2024...

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Watsco Declares $2.70 Quarterly Dividend

MIAMI, Oct. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Watsco, Inc.'s (NYSE: WSO) Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $2.70 on each outstanding share of its Common and Class B commo...

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Watsco to Present at the 12th Annual Morgan Stanley Laguna Conference on September 11, 2024 at 3:10 p.m. PDT

MIAMI, Sept. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Watsco, Inc. (NYSE: WSO) announced today that Rick Gomez, Vice President of Corporate Development, is scheduled to present at the 12th Annual Morgan Stanley L...

3 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Watsco Analysts Increase Their Forecasts Following Q2 Results

Watsco, Inc. WSO reported worse-than-expected second-quarter financial results on Tuesday.

5 months ago - Benzinga

Watsco, Inc. (WSO) Q2 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Watsco, Inc. (NYSE:WSO) Q2 2024 Earnings Conference Call July 30, 2024 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Al Nahmad - Chairman and CEO Paul Johnston – EVP Barry Logan – EVP A.J. Nahmad – President Rick...

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Watsco Reports Record Sales, Enhanced Operating Efficiency and Strong Cash Flow During Second Quarter

Continued Customer Adoption of Industry-Leading Technologies Helps Drive Share Gains;  Debt-Free Balance Sheet Supports Long-Term Investment and Growth

5 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Watsco's Second Quarter Earnings Call Scheduled on July 30, 2024

MIAMI, July 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Watsco, Inc. (NYSE: WSO) announced today that it will host a conference call to discuss its 2024 second quarter results on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 10:00 a.m....

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Watsco to Present at William Blair's 44th Annual Growth Stock Conference in Chicago on June 4, 2024 at 3:20 p.m. CDT

MIAMI, May 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Watsco, Inc. (NYSE: WSO) announced today that Barry Logan, Executive Vice President, is scheduled to present at the William Blair 44th Annual Growth Stock Confe...

7 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Watsco: Plumbing May Be Its Next Big Growth Opportunity (Rating Upgrade)

Watsco's recent acquisitions in the plumbing supply distribution industry indicate a greater focus on growing its presence in this market. The company's management aims to double the size of the busin...

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Watsco, Inc. (WSO) Q1 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Watsco, Inc. (WSO) Q1 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

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Watsco Reports Record First Quarter Sales, Record Cash Flow and Improving Business Trends Ahead of Summer Selling Season

Continued Customer Adoption of Industry-Leading Technologies Drives Share Gains; Company Strengthens Balance Sheet for Long-Term Investment and Growth

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Watsco's Earnings Call to Discuss First Quarter Results Scheduled on April 24, 2024

MIAMI, April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Watsco, Inc. (NYSE: WSO) announced today that it will host a conference call to discuss its 2024 first quarter financial results on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 ...

9 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Watsco Boosts Annual Dividend 10% to $10.80 Per Share

MIAMI, April 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Watsco, Inc.'s (NYSE: WSO) Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $2.70 on each outstanding share of its Common and Class B comm...

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Watsco to Present at the J.P. Morgan 2024 Industrials Conference

MIAMI, March 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Watsco, Inc. (NYSE: WSO) announced today that Barry Logan, Executive Vice President, is scheduled to speak at J.P. Morgan's 2024 Industrials Conference being ...

10 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

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