QUAKER CHEMICAL CORPORATION (KWR) Stock Fundamental Analysis
USA - New York Stock Exchange - NYSE:KWR - US7473161070 - Common Stock
144.41 USD
+1.48 (+1.04%)
KWR gets a fundamental rating of 5 out of 10. The analysis compared the fundamentals against 84 industry peers in the Chemicals industry. Both the profitability and the financial health of KWR get a neutral evaluation. Nothing too spectacular is happening here. KWR is not valued too expensively and it also shows a decent growth rate.
1. Profitability
1.1 Basic Checks
In the past year KWR was profitable.
KWR had a positive operating cash flow in the past year.
KWR had positive earnings in 4 of the past 5 years.
In the past 5 years KWR always reported a positive cash flow from operatings.
1.2 Ratios
KWR's Return On Assets of -0.32% is in line compared to the rest of the industry. KWR outperforms 50.00% of its industry peers.
KWR has a Return On Equity of -0.66%. This is comparable to the rest of the industry: KWR outperforms 51.19% of its industry peers.
KWR has a better Return On Invested Capital (4.80%) than 60.71% of its industry peers.
The Average Return On Invested Capital over the past 3 years for KWR is in line with the industry average of 6.09%.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | -0.32% | ||
| ROE | -0.66% | ||
| ROIC | 4.8% |
ROA(3y)2.68%
ROA(5y)2.7%
ROE(3y)5.15%
ROE(5y)5.43%
ROIC(3y)5.46%
ROIC(5y)4.89%
1.3 Margins
KWR's Profit Margin has improved in the last couple of years.
KWR's Operating Margin of 9.51% is in line compared to the rest of the industry. KWR outperforms 55.95% of its industry peers.
In the last couple of years the Operating Margin of KWR has grown nicely.
The Gross Margin of KWR (35.94%) is better than 72.62% of its industry peers.
In the last couple of years the Gross Margin of KWR has grown nicely.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| OM | 9.51% | ||
| PM (TTM) | N/A | ||
| GM | 35.94% |
OM growth 3Y3.1%
OM growth 5Y2.74%
PM growth 3Y-2.72%
PM growth 5Y17.86%
GM growth 3Y3.37%
GM growth 5Y1.51%
2. Health
2.1 Basic Checks
The Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) is below the Cost of Capital (WACC), so KWR is destroying value.
KWR has less shares outstanding than it did 1 year ago.
Compared to 5 years ago, KWR has about the same amount of shares outstanding.
The debt/assets ratio for KWR has been reduced compared to a year ago.
2.2 Solvency
KWR has an Altman-Z score of 2.42. This is not the best score and indicates that KWR is in the grey zone with still only limited risk for bankruptcy at the moment.
The Altman-Z score of KWR (2.42) is better than 72.62% of its industry peers.
The Debt to FCF ratio of KWR is 9.03, which is on the high side as it means it would take KWR, 9.03 years of fcf income to pay off all of its debts.
KWR has a better Debt to FCF ratio (9.03) than 70.24% of its industry peers.
A Debt/Equity ratio of 0.61 indicates that KWR is somewhat dependend on debt financing.
With a Debt to Equity ratio value of 0.61, KWR perfoms like the industry average, outperforming 54.76% of the companies in the same industry.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0.61 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 9.03 | ||
| Altman-Z | 2.42 |
ROIC/WACC0.37
WACC13.08%
2.3 Liquidity
A Current Ratio of 2.47 indicates that KWR has no problem at all paying its short term obligations.
KWR's Current ratio of 2.47 is fine compared to the rest of the industry. KWR outperforms 71.43% of its industry peers.
A Quick Ratio of 1.77 indicates that KWR should not have too much problems paying its short term obligations.
KWR has a better Quick ratio (1.77) than 71.43% of its industry peers.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 2.47 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 1.77 |
3. Growth
3.1 Past
KWR shows a strong negative growth in Earnings Per Share. In the last year the EPS decreased by -15.08%.
Measured over the past 5 years, KWR shows a small growth in Earnings Per Share. The EPS has been growing by 4.85% on average per year.
KWR shows a small growth in Revenue. In the last year, the Revenue has grown by 0.08%.
Measured over the past years, KWR shows a quite strong growth in Revenue. The Revenue has been growing by 10.17% on average per year.
EPS 1Y (TTM)-15.08%
EPS 3Y2.79%
EPS 5Y4.85%
EPS Q2Q%10.05%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)0.08%
Revenue growth 3Y1.46%
Revenue growth 5Y10.17%
Sales Q2Q%6.83%
3.2 Future
The Earnings Per Share is expected to grow by 9.27% on average over the next years. This is quite good.
Based on estimates for the next years, KWR will show a small growth in Revenue. The Revenue will grow by 3.77% on average per year.
EPS Next Y-2.56%
EPS Next 2Y7.34%
EPS Next 3Y10.33%
EPS Next 5Y9.27%
Revenue Next Year3.14%
Revenue Next 2Y3.65%
Revenue Next 3Y3.73%
Revenue Next 5Y3.77%
3.3 Evolution
When comparing the EPS growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is accelerating.
When comparing the Revenue growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is decreasing.
4. Valuation
4.1 Price/Earnings Ratio
KWR is valuated rather expensively with a Price/Earnings ratio of 21.55.
KWR's Price/Earnings is on the same level as the industry average.
KWR is valuated at similar levels of the S&P average when we compare the Price/Earnings ratio to 26.59, which is the current average of the S&P500 Index.
With a Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 16.84, KWR is valued correctly.
Compared to the rest of the industry, the Price/Forward Earnings ratio of KWR is on the same level as its industry peers.
Compared to an average S&P500 Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 24.03, KWR is valued a bit cheaper.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 21.55 | ||
| Fwd PE | 16.84 |
4.2 Price Multiples
Compared to the rest of the industry, the Enterprise Value to EBITDA ratio of KWR is on the same level as its industry peers.
KWR's Price/Free Cash Flow ratio is a bit cheaper when compared to the industry. KWR is cheaper than 64.29% of the companies in the same industry.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| P/FCF | 25.85 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 11.93 |
4.3 Compensation for Growth
The decent profitability rating of KWR may justify a higher PE ratio.
PEG (NY)N/A
PEG (5Y)4.44
EPS Next 2Y7.34%
EPS Next 3Y10.33%
5. Dividend
5.1 Amount
KWR has a Yearly Dividend Yield of 1.41%.
KWR's Dividend Yield is comparable with the industry average which is at 2.46.
KWR's Dividend Yield is slightly below the S&P500 average, which is at 1.88.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 1.41% |
5.2 History
The dividend of KWR has a limited annual growth rate of 5.75%.
KWR has been paying a dividend for at least 10 years, so it has a reliable track record.
The dividend of KWR decreased recently.
Dividend Growth(5Y)5.75%
Div Incr Years1
Div Non Decr Years1
5.3 Sustainability
KWR has negative earnings and hence a negative payout ratio. The dividend may be in danger.
KWR's earnings are growing more than its dividend. This makes the dividend growth sustainable.
DP-380.8%
EPS Next 2Y7.34%
EPS Next 3Y10.33%
NYSE:KWR (12/26/2025, 10:44:40 AM)
144.41
+1.48 (+1.04%)
Chartmill FA Rating
GICS SectorMaterials
GICS IndustryGroupMaterials
GICS IndustryChemicals
Earnings (Last)
Earnings (Next)
Inst Owners90.4%
Inst Owner Change1.64%
Ins Owners0.9%
Ins Owner Change0%
Market Cap2.50B
Revenue(TTM)1.86B
Net Income(TTM)-8.99M
Analysts82.22
Price TargetN/A
Short Float %14.42%
Short Ratio16
Dividend
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 1.41% |
Yearly Dividend1.86
Dividend Growth(5Y)5.75%
DP-380.8%
Div Incr Years1
Div Non Decr Years1
Ex-Date
Surprises & Revisions
EPS beat(2)1
Avg EPS beat(2)-2.77%
Min EPS beat(2)-7.58%
Max EPS beat(2)2.05%
EPS beat(4)1
Avg EPS beat(4)-4.81%
Min EPS beat(4)-13.37%
Max EPS beat(4)2.05%
EPS beat(8)3
Avg EPS beat(8)-3.03%
EPS beat(12)7
Avg EPS beat(12)2.97%
EPS beat(16)9
Avg EPS beat(16)3.61%
Revenue beat(2)2
Avg Revenue beat(2)3.36%
Min Revenue beat(2)2.93%
Max Revenue beat(2)3.79%
Revenue beat(4)3
Avg Revenue beat(4)1.31%
Min Revenue beat(4)-3.58%
Max Revenue beat(4)3.79%
Revenue beat(8)3
Avg Revenue beat(8)-1.49%
Revenue beat(12)6
Avg Revenue beat(12)-0.72%
Revenue beat(16)7
Avg Revenue beat(16)-0.2%
PT rev (1m)7.24%
PT rev (3m)7.24%
EPS NQ rev (1m)-2.1%
EPS NQ rev (3m)-6.23%
EPS NY rev (1m)-0.14%
EPS NY rev (3m)-1.47%
Revenue NQ rev (1m)0%
Revenue NQ rev (3m)-0.33%
Revenue NY rev (1m)0.85%
Revenue NY rev (3m)0.63%
Valuation
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 21.55 | ||
| Fwd PE | 16.84 | ||
| P/S | 1.34 | ||
| P/FCF | 25.85 | ||
| P/OCF | 16.37 | ||
| P/B | 1.84 | ||
| P/tB | N/A | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 11.93 |
EPS(TTM)6.7
EY4.64%
EPS(NY)8.57
Fwd EY5.94%
FCF(TTM)5.59
FCFY3.87%
OCF(TTM)8.82
OCFY6.11%
SpS107.51
BVpS78.64
TBVpS-1.66
PEG (NY)N/A
PEG (5Y)4.44
Graham Number108.88
Profitability
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | -0.32% | ||
| ROE | -0.66% | ||
| ROCE | 7.28% | ||
| ROIC | 4.8% | ||
| ROICexc | 5.17% | ||
| ROICexgc | 13.45% | ||
| OM | 9.51% | ||
| PM (TTM) | N/A | ||
| GM | 35.94% | ||
| FCFM | 5.2% |
ROA(3y)2.68%
ROA(5y)2.7%
ROE(3y)5.15%
ROE(5y)5.43%
ROIC(3y)5.46%
ROIC(5y)4.89%
ROICexc(3y)5.95%
ROICexc(5y)5.3%
ROICexgc(3y)17.1%
ROICexgc(5y)16.42%
ROCE(3y)8.29%
ROCE(5y)7.42%
ROICexgc growth 3Y4.86%
ROICexgc growth 5Y11.24%
ROICexc growth 3Y9.78%
ROICexc growth 5Y16.58%
OM growth 3Y3.1%
OM growth 5Y2.74%
PM growth 3Y-2.72%
PM growth 5Y17.86%
GM growth 3Y3.37%
GM growth 5Y1.51%
F-Score3
Asset Turnover0.66
Health
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0.61 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 9.03 | ||
| Debt/EBITDA | 3.14 | ||
| Cap/Depr | 62.72% | ||
| Cap/Sales | 3.01% | ||
| Interest Coverage | 250 | ||
| Cash Conversion | 57.36% | ||
| Profit Quality | N/A | ||
| Current Ratio | 2.47 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 1.77 | ||
| Altman-Z | 2.42 |
F-Score3
WACC13.08%
ROIC/WACC0.37
Cap/Depr(3y)44.14%
Cap/Depr(5y)35.75%
Cap/Sales(3y)1.91%
Cap/Sales(5y)1.64%
Profit Quality(3y)N/A
Profit Quality(5y)N/A
High Growth Momentum
Growth
EPS 1Y (TTM)-15.08%
EPS 3Y2.79%
EPS 5Y4.85%
EPS Q2Q%10.05%
EPS Next Y-2.56%
EPS Next 2Y7.34%
EPS Next 3Y10.33%
EPS Next 5Y9.27%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)0.08%
Revenue growth 3Y1.46%
Revenue growth 5Y10.17%
Sales Q2Q%6.83%
Revenue Next Year3.14%
Revenue Next 2Y3.65%
Revenue Next 3Y3.73%
Revenue Next 5Y3.77%
EBIT growth 1Y-19.54%
EBIT growth 3Y4.61%
EBIT growth 5Y13.19%
EBIT Next Year38.17%
EBIT Next 3Y17.88%
EBIT Next 5Y13.45%
FCF growth 1Y-58.51%
FCF growth 3Y81.11%
FCF growth 5Y19.46%
OCF growth 1Y-42.84%
OCF growth 3Y61.13%
OCF growth 5Y19.95%
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORPORATION / KWR FAQ
What is the ChartMill fundamental rating of QUAKER CHEMICAL CORPORATION (KWR) stock?
ChartMill assigns a fundamental rating of 5 / 10 to KWR.
What is the valuation status for KWR stock?
ChartMill assigns a valuation rating of 4 / 10 to QUAKER CHEMICAL CORPORATION (KWR). This can be considered as Fairly Valued.
Can you provide the profitability details for QUAKER CHEMICAL CORPORATION?
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORPORATION (KWR) has a profitability rating of 6 / 10.
Can you provide the PE and PB ratios for KWR stock?
The Price/Earnings (PE) ratio for QUAKER CHEMICAL CORPORATION (KWR) is 21.55 and the Price/Book (PB) ratio is 1.84.
What is the expected EPS growth for QUAKER CHEMICAL CORPORATION (KWR) stock?
The Earnings per Share (EPS) of QUAKER CHEMICAL CORPORATION (KWR) is expected to decline by -2.56% in the next year.