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KWR Stock Chart & Stats
$139.81
-$2.83(-2.13%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$139.81
-$2.83(-2.13%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$111.42 - $183.01
Previous CloseN/A
Volume110.64K
Average Volume (3M)132.77K
Market Cap
$2.56B
Enterprise Value$3.30B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$169.73M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$896.57M
Price to Earnings (P/E)514.0
Beta1.09
Next Earnings
Aug 04, 2026EPS Estimate
1.62Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.37%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.29
Shares Outstanding17,366,444
10 Day Avg. Volume151,729
30 Day Avg. Volume132,768
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio9.60
Price to Book (P/B)1.75
Price to Sales (P/S)1.27
P/FCF Ratio29.77
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.29
Enterprise Value/Revenue1.71
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit4.98
Enterprise Value/Ebitda19.55
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$171.00Price Target Upside22.31% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering4
EPS Forecast (FY)7.02
Revenue Forecast (FY)$2.01B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Cash Generation StrengthSustained positive operating and free cash flow provides durable internal funding for capex, working capital and tuck‑in M&A, reducing reliance on external financing. This cash resilience helps the company absorb cyclical margin shocks and fund the announced transformation without impairing operations.
Enhanced Liquidity And Longer Debt MaturityExtending maturities and enlarging the revolver materially reduces near‑term refinancing risk and gives structural flexibility for strategic investments or acquisitions. Longer‑dated covenants improve balance‑sheet stability and support execution of multi‑quarter cost programs and regional investments.
Sustained Market Share Gains & Asia ExpansionConsecutive share gains and rapid Asia growth indicate durable competitive positioning and successful integration of acquisitions. Strong APAC performance diversifies end‑market exposure and supports long‑term revenue momentum as the company converts acquisition contributions into organic base.
Bears Say
Profitability DeteriorationA sharp decline in net margins and a slightly negative ROE compress long‑term returns and limits reinvestment capacity. If operating profitability does not sustainably recover, the balance sheet will be less efficient and the company becomes more sensitive to cyclical demand swings and cost inflation.
Raw Material Inflation & Pricing LagCommodity and shipping cost inflation with contractual/ index pricing lags creates structural margin risk until price recovery and mix shifts occur. Prolonged geopolitical disruptions or slower price pass‑through would extend pressure beyond the management’s 1–2 quarter recovery horizon.
Elevated SG&A And Margin ShortfallRising SG&A from acquisitions, incentives and FX is structurally pressuring operating margins and complicates recovery to target EBITDA levels. Delivery risk for announced cost savings and synergies means margin targets (>18%) depend on successfully executing multi‑year structural actions.
Quaker Chemical News
KWR FAQ
What was Quaker Chemical’s price range in the past 12 months?
Quaker Chemical lowest stock price was $111.42 and its highest was $183.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Quaker Chemical’s market cap?
Quaker Chemical’s market cap is $2.56B.
When is Quaker Chemical’s upcoming earnings report date?
Quaker Chemical’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 04, 2026 which is in 24 days.
How were Quaker Chemical’s earnings last quarter?
Quaker Chemical released its earnings results on Apr 30, 2026. The company reported $1.63 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.621 by $0.009.
Is Quaker Chemical overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Quaker Chemical’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Quaker Chemical pay dividends?
Quaker Chemical pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.508 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.37%. See more information on Quaker Chemical dividends here
What is Quaker Chemical’s EPS estimate?
Quaker Chemical’s EPS estimate is 1.62.
How many shares outstanding does Quaker Chemical have?
Quaker Chemical has 17,366,444 shares outstanding.
What happened to Quaker Chemical’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Quaker Chemical reported an EPS of $1.63 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $1.621. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 4.813%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Quaker Chemical?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in KWR
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Quaker Chemical Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$171.00 (22.31% Upside)
$171.00 (22.31% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
KWR Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 72%
Sector Average 72%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 157.8K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $106.6K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
5.34%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
0.31%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
5.16%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Quaker Chemical
Quaker Chemical Corporation is a global provider of specialized chemical formulations, which it develops, produces, and markets for a broad spectrum of heavy industrial and manufacturing applications. Its global operations are strategically divided into four segments: the Americas; Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA); Asia/Pacific; and dedicated Global Specialty Businesses. The company's extensive product portfolio encompasses a wide array of offerings, including fluids for metal removal, drawing, forming, finishing, and forging, as well as cleaning solutions, corrosion inhibitors, die cast mold release agents, heat treatment and quenching compounds, hydraulic fluids, specialized greases, offshore sub-sea energy control fluids, rolling lubricants, rod and wire drawing fluids, and various surface treatment chemicals. Beyond its products, the company also delivers comprehensive chemical management services. It serves major industries such as steel, aluminum, automotive, aerospace, offshore, can manufacturing, mining, and the broader metalworking sector. Established in 1918, and formerly known as Quaker Chemical Products Corporation until its rebranding in August 1962, Quaker Chemical Corporation is headquartered in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania.
KWR Company Deck
KWR Earnings Call
Q1 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call contained multiple positive operational and financial developments: revenue up 8%, organic volumes up 3%, adjusted EBITDA growth, strong Asia Pacific outperformance (+25% sales, +32% earnings), sustained market share gains and improved liquidity via an enhanced credit facility. Management acknowledges near-term margin pressure driven by elevated raw material and shipping costs tied to the Middle East conflict, and higher SG&A that reduced adjusted EBITDA margin to 15.1%. They outlined a targeted transformation program with identifiable cost savings ($10M in 2026 exit run-rate; $20-$30M over 3 years) and expect margins to recover within 1–2 quarters. Overall, positives (growth, market share, balance sheet and clear cost-reduction roadmap) materially outweigh the temporary challenges (Q2 margin headwinds, SG&A impact and regional disruptions).View all KWR earnings summariesKWR Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$171.00
▲(22.31% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
Currently, No data available
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