Rating Change
Stephens & Co. reiterated its Overweight rating on Watsco, Inc. (NYSE:WSO) on August 17, 2026.
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Stephens & Co. Reiterates Overweight Rating on Watsco, Inc. (WSO)
Stephens & Co. reiterated its Overweight rating on Watsco, Inc.
At publication ·
What changed
Watsco, Inc. (NYSE:WSO) · reiterate
- Firm
- Stephens & Co.
- Rating
- Overweight to Overweight
- Price at event
- $311.86
- Market capitalization
- $14.6B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Stephens & Co. reiterated an Overweight rating on Watsco, Inc. (WSO) on August 17, 2026, while the stock trades at $311.86 with a market capitalization of $14.6 billion.
Market Context
Watsco, Inc. operates in the Industrials sector. The stock currently trades at $311.86 with a market capitalization of $14.6B. The stock has declined 26.3% over the past 52 weeks.
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Recent Analyst Activity for Watsco, Inc.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 3 Buy, 7 Hold, 0 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 17, 2026 | Stephens & Co. | Overweight | N/A |
| Jul 30, 2026 | DA Davidson | Neutral | N/A |
| Jul 28, 2026 | Baird | Outperform | N/A |
| Jul 10, 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Equal-Weight | N/A |
| Jun 16, 2026 | DA Davidson | Neutral | N/A |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Overweight rating mean for WSO?
A rating of Overweight from Stephens & Co. reflects the analyst's outlook on Watsco, Inc. (NYSE:WSO). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
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