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Flowserve Corporation (FLS)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/15/2025: FLS (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Number of Analysts
11 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $66.5
1 Year Target Price $66.5
| 8 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 2 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 1.79% | Avg. Invested days 50 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/15/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 7.36B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 25.46 | 1Y Target Price 66.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 25.46 | 1Y Target Price 66.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 11 | Beta 1.3 | 52 Weeks Range 37.19 - 64.54 | Updated Date 09/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 37.19 - 64.54 | Updated Date 09/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.48% | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.21 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
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Profitability
Profit Margin 6.28% | Operating Margin (TTM) 11.56% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 6.1% | Return on Equity (TTM) 14.65% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 25.46 | Forward PE 14.99 | Enterprise Value 8396430878 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.58 |
Enterprise Value 8396430878 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.58 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.81 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.08 | Shares Outstanding 130782000 | Shares Floating 129998855 |
Shares Outstanding 130782000 | Shares Floating 129998855 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.56 | Percent Institutions 104.16 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Flowserve Corporation
Company Overview
History and Background
Flowserve Corporation was founded in 1997 through the merger of Durco International and BW/IP Inc. It has grown through acquisitions and organic expansion to become a leading provider of flow control systems.
Core Business Areas
- Engineered Product Division (EPD): Provides highly engineered pumps, mechanical seals, and related equipment for critical applications in industries such as oil and gas, chemical, and power generation.
- Industrial Product Division (IPD): Offers a broad range of pumps, valves, and automation solutions for general industrial applications, water management, and other end markets.
- Services & Solutions Division (SSD): Provides aftermarket services, including repair, maintenance, and upgrades, to support customers' flow control equipment.
Leadership and Structure
Scott Rowe serves as the President and CEO. The company has a functional organizational structure with global business units responsible for sales, marketing, and operations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Pumps: Flowserve offers a wide variety of pumps, including centrifugal, positive displacement, and specialty pumps, catering to diverse industrial needs. Competitors include Sulzer, KSB, and Weir Group. Market share is estimated at 10-15% globally for industrial pumps.
- Mechanical Seals: Flowserve mechanical seals prevent leakage in rotating equipment. Competitors include John Crane (Smiths Group), EagleBurgmann (Freudenberg Group), and Trelleborg Sealing Solutions. Market share is around 20% globally for mechanical seals.
- Valves and Automation: Flowserve manufactures a variety of valves and automation equipment used to control and regulate fluid flow. Competitors include Emerson Electric, Baker Hughes, and Pentair. Market share is estimated at 8-12% globally for industrial valves and automation.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The flow control industry is characterized by cyclical demand driven by capital spending in oil and gas, chemical, power generation, and other industries. There is an increasing focus on energy efficiency, emissions reduction, and digitalization.
Positioning
Flowserve is a leading provider of flow control solutions with a global presence and a strong reputation for engineering expertise and product quality. The company is focusing on expanding its aftermarket services and leveraging digital technologies.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for flow control systems is estimated to be over $70 billion globally. Flowserve Corporation is positioned to address segments of the TAM through its Engineered Product, Industrial Product, and Services & Solutions Divisions.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Global presence
- Broad product portfolio
- Strong engineering capabilities
- Established customer relationships
- Large installed base
Weaknesses
- Exposure to cyclical industries
- Complexity of operations
- High debt levels
- Integration risks from acquisitions
- Inconsistent profitability
Opportunities
- Growing demand for aftermarket services
- Expansion in emerging markets
- Adoption of digital technologies
- Increasing focus on sustainability
- Consolidation in the industry
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Fluctuations in oil prices
- Intense competition
- Technological disruption
- Geopolitical risks
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- EMR
- PH
- ITT
Competitive Landscape
Flowserve faces competition from a variety of global and regional players. Its strengths include its broad product portfolio and engineering expertise. Weaknesses include its exposure to cyclical industries and its high debt levels.
Major Acquisitions
SIHI Group
- Year: 2015
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 215
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Flowserve's pump portfolio and geographic presence.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Flowserve's historical growth has been moderate, with revenue growth fluctuating based on market conditions.
Future Projections: Analysts project moderate revenue growth for Flowserve, driven by increased demand for aftermarket services and expansion in key end markets.
Recent Initiatives: Flowserve is focusing on optimizing its operations, reducing costs, and investing in digital technologies to improve efficiency and enhance customer service.
Summary
Flowserve is a significant player in the flow control market with a diversified product range and global reach. The company benefits from a substantial installed base and strong engineering expertise. However, it is vulnerable to cyclical downturns and faces competition. Its future success depends on efficient operations, strategic innovation, and disciplined capital allocation.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Industry reports
- Analyst estimates
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on available information and is subject to change. Market share estimates are approximate and may vary. This is not financial advice.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Flowserve Corporation
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Irving, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1990-03-26 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Robert Scott Rowe | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Specialty Industrial Machinery | Full time employees 16000 | Website https://www.flowserve.com |
Full time employees 16000 | Website https://www.flowserve.com | ||
Flowserve Corporation designs, manufactures, distributes, and services industrial flow management equipment in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific. It operates in two segments, Flowserve Pump Division (FPD) and Flow Control Division (FCD). The company offers custom engineered pumps, pre-configured industrial pumps, pump systems, mechanical seals, auxiliary systems, replacement parts, and related aftermarket services; and manufactures gas-lubricated mechanical seal for gas pipelines and in the oil and gas production and process markets. It also provides equipment services, including installation, commissioning services, seal systems spare parts, repairs, advanced diagnostics, re-rate and upgrade solutions, retrofit programs, and machining and asset management solutions. In addition, the company offers engineered-to-order and configured-to-order isolation valves, control valves, valve automation products and related services and equipment; and actuators, positioners, and switches used to control, direct and manage the flow of liquids, gases and multi-phase fluids, and are a critical part of any flow control system. Further, it provides equipment maintenance services for flow control systems, including advanced diagnostics, repair, installation, commissioning, retrofit programs, and field machining capabilities. The company sells under the Valtek, Argus, Worcester, Limitorque, and Durco brands. It serves oil and gas, power generation, chemical, water management and general industries, water management, and other general industries, including mining, food and beverage, steel, and pulp and paper industries. The company distributes its products through direct sales, distributors, and sales representatives. Flowserve Corporation was founded in 1790 and is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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