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Flowserve Corp is a manufacturer and aftermarket service provider of comprehensive flow control systems. It develops precision-engineered flow control equipment to monitor movement and protect customers' materials and processes. It offers an extensive range of pumps, valves, seals, and services for several industries, including oil and gas, chemical, power generation, and water management. It has three business segments: FPD for custom engineered pumps, pre-configured industrial pumps, pump systems, mechanical seals, auxiliary systems and replacement parts and related services; and FCD for engineered-to-order and configured-to-order isolation values, control valves, valve automation products and related equipment and Eliminations and All Other.

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Flowserve and Chart Industries shares are trading lower after the two companies announced they will engage in a $19 billion merger.

Chart Industries, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GTLS#NYSE">GTLS</a>) and Flowserve Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLS#NYSE">FLS</a>) shares are trading higher premarket on Wednesday.
The companies reached an agreement to merge in an all-stock <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/06/b45766710/chart-industries-and-flowserve-corporation-to-combine-in-all-stock-merger-of-equals-creating-a-dif" rel="noreferrer noopener">transaction for $19 billion</a>.
As per the deal, Chart shareholders will receive 3.165 shares of Flowserve common stock for each Chart common stock share they own upon the transaction&#8217;s close.
The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025, subject to the approval of Chart and Flowserve shareholders, the receipt of regulatory approvals, and other closing conditions.
Post closure of the deal, Chart shareholders will own approximately 53.5% and Flowserve shareholders about 46.5% of the combined company on a fully diluted basis.
Synergies: The merger is projected to yield around $300 million in annual cost synergies within three<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener"> years of the transaction&#8217;s completion</a>.
Additionally, the combined companies expect to realize commercial revenue synergies over time, representing at least an incremental 2% growth on the new entity&#8217;s revenue.
The merger is anticipated to be meaningfully accretive to the combined company&#8217;s Adjusted EPS in the first year after closing.
Combined Company Details: As of the end of the first quarter of 2025, the combined entity generated approximately $8.8 billion in net revenue on a last twelve months (LTM) basis.
This revenue comes from diverse, high-growth, and attractive end markets, with roughly $3.7 billion (or about 42% of combined revenue) derived from aftermarket services.
With over 5.5 million assets installed across more than 50 countries, the merged company will manage the entire customer lifecycle, from initial process design to ongoing aftermarket support.
The new entity is projected to have a leverage ratio of 2.0x net debt to adjusted EBITDA at close.
Scott Rowe, president and CEO of Flowserve, said, &#8220;Chart&#8217;s and Flowserve&#8217;s highly complementary businesses will strengthen our ability to meet our customers&#8217; needs, empower innovation, and drive long-term, sustainable growth. The combined company will operate across diversified end markets with further exposure to premium, high-growth areas and a substantial aftermarket franchise – resulting in increased commercial opportunities.&#8221;
As of March 31, Flowserve&#8217;s cash and cash equivalents were <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/04/b45082726/flowserve-corporation-reports-first-quarter-2025-results" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$540.8 million,</a> and Chart Industries&#8217;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/g45128922/chart-industries-reports-first-quarter-2025-financial-results" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> was $296.2</a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/g45128922/chart-industries-reports-first-quarter-2025-financial-results" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> million</a>.
Price Action: At the last check on Wednesday, GTLS shares were up 3.36% at $166.90, and FLS shares rose 5.38% at $53.25 premarket.
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Chart Industries And Flowserve Announce $19 Billion Merger, Eyes $300 Million In Synergies

Chart Industries, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GTLS#NYSE">GTLS</a>) and Flowserve Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLS#NYSE">FLS</a>) today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement to combine in an all-stock merger of equals, creating a differentiated leader in industrial process technologies. The combined company is expected to have an enterprise value of approximately $19 billion based on the exchange ratio and the closing share prices for Chart and Flowserve as of June 3, 2025. Additional information can be found at <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chartflowserve.com%2F&amp;esheet=54264939&amp;newsitemid=20250604874670&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=ChartFlowserve.com&amp;index=1&amp;md5=ec4cd89bd1bbad90d0d8988c45bed8aa">ChartFlowserve.com</a>, a new joint website dedicated to the merger.
This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: <a href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250604874670/en/">https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250604874670/en/</a>
With an installed base of more than 5.5 million assets in more than 50 countries, the combined company will address the full customer lifecycle from process design through aftermarket support. The combined company generated net revenue of approximately $8.8 billion on a combined LTM basis as of the end of Q1 2025, drawn from diverse, high-growth, attractive end markets, including approximately $3.7 billion1 in aftermarket services revenue, representing approximately 42% of combined revenue.
Under the agreement, which has been unanimously approved by the board of directors of each company, at the closing of the transaction Chart shareholders will receive 3.165 shares of Flowserve common stock for each share of Chart common stock owned. Following the close of the transaction, Chart shareholders will own approximately 53.5% and Flowserve shareholders will own approximately 46.5% of the combined company, on a fully diluted basis.
"Combining Chart and Flowserve creates a comprehensive solutions platform, with the financial strength and resilience to continue driving growth and long-term value," said Jill Evanko, President and CEO of Chart. "Together we will provide a complete system of capabilities from front-end engineering design to mission critical equipment through aftermarket and servicing, delivering high-quality, value-added solutions to an expanded, global customer base. With robust cash flow, meaningful synergies, and greater aftermarket growth opportunities, the combined company will be ideally positioned to deliver superior and lasting value to its shareholders."
"The merger will create a differentiated leader with the scale and resilience to meet the significant demand for comprehensive industrial process technologies and services," said Scott Rowe, President and CEO of Flowserve. "Chart's and Flowserve's highly complementary businesses will strengthen our ability to meet our customers' needs, empower innovation and drive long-term, sustainable growth. The combined company will operate across diversified end markets with further exposure to premium, high-growth areas and a substantial aftermarket franchise – resulting in increased commercial opportunities. I am confident that together, we will capitalize on long-term value creation for our customers, partners, shareholders and combined global team."
Strategic and Financial Benefits
<ul>
<li>Comprehensive suite of world-class, differentiated solutions. The combination brings together Chart's leading expertise in process technologies across compression, thermal, cryogenic and specialty solutions and Flowserve's leading capabilities in flow management. Combining digital platforms that underpin this full suite of solutions will enable further opportunities to differentiate solutions, offering a comprehensive digital overlay, including monitoring and predictive capabilities.</li>
<li>Diversified and attractive end markets. The combined company will have leading capabilities across General Industrial, Industrial Gases, Data Centers, Space, Transportation, Nutrition, Carbon Capture, Energy, Power Generation, Nuclear, Chemical, Liquid Natural Gas, Water, and Mining and Minerals. The combined company will be more predictable and resilient.</li>
<li>Expanded aftermarket franchise. The combined company will havesignificant recurring revenue streams, with a global installed base of more than 5.5 million assets and 42% of total combined revenue from aftermarket and service. Chart and Flowserve expect to grow the aftermarket businesses by offering enhanced services and solutions to customers through an expanded global installed base and broad geographic reach.</li>
<li>Upside from significant cost and commercial synergies. The combination is expected to generate approximately $300 million of annual cost synergies within three years following the transaction close, primarily from materials and procurement savings, roofline consolidation, organizational efficiencies, and elimination of duplicate public company costs. The companies also expect to deliver commercial revenue synergies over time representing at least an incremental 2% growth on the combined company's revenue.</li>
<li>Committed to investment grade balance sheet with strong cash flow profile. The combination is expected to be meaningfully accretive to the combined company's Adjusted EPS in the first year following closing. The combined company is expected to have a leverage ratio of 2.0x net debt to adjusted EBITDA at close. On a combined basis, Chart and Flowserve generated $1.8 billion of cash flow2,3 over the 12 months ended March 31, 2025. This strong financial profile will support a balanced capital allocation strategy, deleveraging, prioritizing growth investments, and capital returns. The combined company expects to pay a quarterly dividend consistent with Flowserve's historical per share payout levels and expects to generate additional interest expense savings.</li>
</ul>
Upon closing, the combined company's Board will comprise 12 directors, six of whom will be from Chart and six from Flowserve. Ms. Evanko will serve as the Chair of the combined company's Board of Directors, Mr. Rowe will serve as Chief Executive Officer of the combined company, and John Garrison will serve as Lead Independent Director of the combined company's Board.
Following the closing of the transaction, the combined company will have its headquarters in Dallas, TX and expects to maintain a presence in Atlanta and Houston, supported by a global footprint across more than 50 countries. The combined company will assume a new name and brand following close.
The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025, subject to approval of shareholders of both Chart and Flowserve, the receipt of regulatory approvals, and the satisfaction of other customary closing conditions.

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Chart and Flowserve to Merge in $19B All-Stock Deal, Creating Industrial Tech Powerhouse, Gives Chart Shareholders 53.5% Stake in $8.8B Revenue Giant

On May 19, a substantial insider purchase was made by Michael McMurray, Director at Flowserve (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLS#NYSE">FLS</a>), as per the latest SEC filing.
What Happened: McMurray made a significant move by purchasing 3,099 shares of Flowserve as reported in a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0000030625/000162828025026655//Archives/edgar/data/30625/000162828025026655/0001628280-25-026655-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a>. The transaction's total worth stands at $159,970.
Tracking the Tuesday's morning session, Flowserve shares are trading at $51.37, showing a down of 0.0%.
<h3>Delving into Flowserve's Background</h3>
Flowserve Corp is a manufacturer and aftermarket service provider of comprehensive flow control systems. It develops precision-engineered flow control equipment to monitor movement and protect customers' materials and processes. It offers an extensive range of pumps, valves, seals, and services for several industries, including oil and gas, chemical, power generation, and water management. It has three business segments: FPD for custom engineered pumps, pre-configured industrial pumps, pump systems, mechanical seals, auxiliary systems and replacement parts and related services; and FCD for engineered-to-order and configured-to-order isolation values, control valves, valve automation products and related equipment and Eliminations and All Other.
<h3>Flowserve's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
Revenue Growth: Flowserve's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 5.25%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Navigating Financial Profits:
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Gross Margin: The company faces challenges with a low gross margin of 32.27%, suggesting potential difficulties in cost control and profitability compared to its peers.
</li>
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Earnings per Share (EPS): Flowserve's EPS is below the industry average. The company faced challenges with a current EPS of 0.56. This suggests a potential decline in earnings.
</li>
</ul>
Debt Management: Flowserve's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 0.81. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
Insights into Valuation Metrics:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: Flowserve's P/E ratio of 24.0 is below the industry average, suggesting the stock may be undervalued.
</li>
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: The P/S ratio of 1.47 is lower than the industry average, implying a discounted valuation for Flowserve's stock in relation to sales performance.
</li>
<li>
EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): Flowserve's EV/EBITDA ratio, lower than industry averages at 14.36, indicates attractively priced shares.
</li>
</ul>
Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.
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<h3>The Impact of Insider Transactions on Investments</h3>
Emphasizing the importance of a comprehensive approach, considering insider transactions is valuable, but it's crucial to evaluate them in conjunction with other investment factors.
From a legal standpoint, the term "insider" pertains to any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities as outlined in Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This encompasses executives in the c-suite and significant hedge funds. These insiders are mandated to inform the public of their transactions through a Form 4 filing, to be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
A company insider's new purchase is a indicator of their positive anticipation for a rise in the stock.
While insider sells may not necessarily reflect a bearish view and can be motivated by various factors.
<h3>Breaking Down the Significance of Transaction Codes</h3>
In the domain of transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> frequently turn their focus to those taking place in the open market, as meticulously outlined in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Flowserve Director Makes $159K Stock Purchase

Thomas Okray, Board Member at Flowserve (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLS#NYSE">FLS</a>), reported an insider buy on May 19, according to a new SEC filing. 
What Happened: A Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0000030625/000162828025026656//Archives/edgar/data/30625/000162828025026656/0001628280-25-026656-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Monday unveiled that Okray made a notable purchase of 3,099 shares of Flowserve, valuing at $159,970.
At Tuesday morning, Flowserve shares are down by 0.0%, trading at $51.37.
<h3>All You Need to Know About Flowserve</h3>
Flowserve Corp is a manufacturer and aftermarket service provider of comprehensive flow control systems. It develops precision-engineered flow control equipment to monitor movement and protect customers' materials and processes. It offers an extensive range of pumps, valves, seals, and services for several industries, including oil and gas, chemical, power generation, and water management. It has three business segments: FPD for custom engineered pumps, pre-configured industrial pumps, pump systems, mechanical seals, auxiliary systems and replacement parts and related services; and FCD for engineered-to-order and configured-to-order isolation values, control valves, valve automation products and related equipment and Eliminations and All Other.
<h3>Flowserve: Delving into Financials</h3>
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Flowserve showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 5.25% as of 31 March, 2025. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Industrials sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Key Insights into Profitability Metrics:
<ul>
<li>
Gross Margin: The company shows a low gross margin of 32.27%, indicating concerns regarding cost management and overall profitability relative to its industry counterparts.
</li>
<li>
Earnings per Share (EPS): With an EPS below industry norms, Flowserve exhibits below-average bottom-line performance with a current EPS of 0.56.
</li>
</ul>
Debt Management: The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 0.81, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.
Financial Valuation Breakdown:
<ul>
<li>
Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: The current P/E ratio of 24.0 is below industry norms, indicating potential undervaluation and presenting an investment opportunity.
</li>
<li>
Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: With a lower-than-average P/S ratio of 1.47, the stock presents an attractive valuation, potentially signaling a buying opportunity for investors interested in sales performance.
</li>
<li>
EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): With an EV/EBITDA ratio lower than industry benchmarks at 14.36, Flowserve presents an attractive value opportunity.
</li>
</ul>
Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.
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<h3>The Impact of Insider Transactions on Investments</h3>
While insider transactions provide valuable information, they should be part of a broader analysis in making investment decisions.
In the context of legal matters, the term "insider" refers to any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities, as outlined by Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This includes executives in the c-suite and significant hedge funds. Such insiders are obligated to report their transactions through a Form 4 filing, which must be completed within two business days of the transaction.
Pointing towards optimism, a company insider's new purchase signals their positive anticipation for the stock to rise.
Despite insider sells not always signaling a bearish sentiment, they can be driven by various factors.
<h3>Cracking Transaction Codes</h3>
When it comes to transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> tend to focus on those in the open market, detailed in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 denotes a purchase, while S indicates a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Board Member Of Flowserve Purchased $159K In Stock

On May 19, a substantial insider purchase was made by Ross Shuster, Board Member at Flowserve (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLS#NYSE">FLS</a>), as per the latest SEC filing.
What Happened: A Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0000030625/000162828025026658//Archives/edgar/data/30625/000162828025026658/0001628280-25-026658-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Monday unveiled that Shuster made a notable purchase of 3,099 shares of Flowserve, valuing at $159,970.
At Tuesday morning, Flowserve shares are down by 0.0%, trading at $51.37.
<h3>All You Need to Know About Flowserve</h3>
Flowserve Corp is a manufacturer and aftermarket service provider of comprehensive flow control systems. It develops precision-engineered flow control equipment to monitor movement and protect customers' materials and processes. It offers an extensive range of pumps, valves, seals, and services for several industries, including oil and gas, chemical, power generation, and water management. It has three business segments: FPD for custom engineered pumps, pre-configured industrial pumps, pump systems, mechanical seals, auxiliary systems and replacement parts and related services; and FCD for engineered-to-order and configured-to-order isolation values, control valves, valve automation products and related equipment and Eliminations and All Other.
<h3>Financial Milestones: Flowserve's Journey</h3>
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Flowserve showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 5.25% as of 31 March, 2025. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Key Profitability Indicators:
<ul>
<li>
Gross Margin: The company faces challenges with a low gross margin of 32.27%, suggesting potential difficulties in cost control and profitability compared to its peers.
</li>
<li>
Earnings per Share (EPS): Flowserve's EPS is below the industry average, signaling challenges in bottom-line performance with a current EPS of 0.56.
</li>
</ul>
Debt Management: Flowserve's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 0.81, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
Assessing Valuation Metrics:
<ul>
<li>
Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: With a lower-than-average P/E ratio of 24.0, the stock indicates an attractive valuation, potentially presenting a buying opportunity.
</li>
<li>
Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: The current P/S ratio of 1.47 is below industry norms, suggesting potential undervaluation and presenting an investment opportunity for those considering sales performance.
</li>
<li>
EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): Flowserve's EV/EBITDA ratio, lower than industry averages at 14.36, indicates attractively priced shares.
</li>
</ul>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
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<h3>Exploring the Significance of Insider Trading</h3>
Insider transactions, although significant, should be considered within the larger context of market analysis and trends.
In legal terms, an "insider" refers to any officer, director, or beneficial owner of more than ten percent of a company's equity securities registered under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This can include executives in the c-suite and large hedge funds. These insiders are required to let the public know of their transactions via a Form 4 filing, which must be filed within two business days of the transaction.
When a company insider makes a new purchase, that is an indication that they expect the stock to rise.
Insider sells, on the other hand, can be made for a variety of reasons, and may not necessarily mean that the seller thinks the stock will go down. 
<h3>Exploring Key Transaction Codes</h3>
In the domain of transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> frequently turn their focus to those taking place in the open market, as meticulously outlined in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Ross Shuster Takes a Bullish Stance: Acquires $159K In Flowserve Stock

It was revealed in a recent SEC filing that GAYLA DELLY, Board Member at Flowserve (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLS#NYSE">FLS</a>) made a noteworthy insider purchase on May 19,.
What Happened: DELLY made a significant move by purchasing 3,099 shares of Flowserve as reported in a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0000030625/000162828025026667//Archives/edgar/data/30625/000162828025026667/0001628280-25-026667-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a>. The transaction's total worth stands at $159,970.
The latest update on Tuesday morning shows Flowserve shares down by 0.0%, trading at $51.37.
<h3>About Flowserve</h3>
Flowserve Corp is a manufacturer and aftermarket service provider of comprehensive flow control systems. It develops precision-engineered flow control equipment to monitor movement and protect customers' materials and processes. It offers an extensive range of pumps, valves, seals, and services for several industries, including oil and gas, chemical, power generation, and water management. It has three business segments: FPD for custom engineered pumps, pre-configured industrial pumps, pump systems, mechanical seals, auxiliary systems and replacement parts and related services; and FCD for engineered-to-order and configured-to-order isolation values, control valves, valve automation products and related equipment and Eliminations and All Other.
<h3>Flowserve: A Financial Overview</h3>
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Flowserve's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 5.25% as of 31 March, 2025, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Interpreting Earnings Metrics:
<ul>
<li>
Gross Margin: The company faces challenges with a low gross margin of 32.27%, suggesting potential difficulties in cost control and profitability compared to its peers.
</li>
<li>
Earnings per Share (EPS): Flowserve's EPS lags behind the industry average, indicating concerns and potential challenges with a current EPS of 0.56.
</li>
</ul>
Debt Management: With a high debt-to-equity ratio of 0.81, Flowserve faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain.
Valuation Analysis:
<ul>
<li>
Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: The Price to Earnings ratio of 24.0 is lower than the industry average, indicating potential undervaluation for the stock.
</li>
<li>
Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: With a P/S ratio of 1.47 below industry standards, the stock shows potential undervaluation, making it an appealing investment option for those focusing on sales performance.
</li>
<li>
EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): At 14.36, Flowserve's EV/EBITDA ratio reflects a below-par valuation compared to industry averages signalling undervaluation
</li>
</ul>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Positioned below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization faces constraints in size. This could be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
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<h3>Illuminating the Importance of Insider Transactions</h3>
Insider transactions are not the sole determinant of investment choices, but they are a factor worth considering.
Within the legal framework, an "insider" is defined as any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities as per Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This includes executives in the c-suite and major hedge funds. These insiders are mandated to disclose their transactions through a Form 4 filing, to be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
The initiation of a new purchase by a company insider serves as a strong indication that they expect the stock to rise.
However, insider sells may not always signal a bearish view and can be influenced by various factors.
<h3>A Closer Look at Important Transaction Codes</h3>
Surveying the realm of stock transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> often give prominence to those unfolding in the open market, systematically detailed in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C denotes the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Bullish Move: GAYLA DELLY Shows Confidence, Acquires $159K In Flowserve Stock

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Shares of machinery companies are higher after the US and China agreed to a temporary reduction in most tariffs on each other's goods. A reduction in tariffs could alleviate some supply chain concerns and improve macro sentiment as well as demand visibility.

RBC Capital analyst Deane Dray maintains Flowserve (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLS#NYSE">FLS</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $49 to $53.

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RBC Capital Maintains Outperform on Flowserve, Raises Price Target to $53

Stifel analyst Nathan Jones maintains Flowserve (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLS#NYSE">FLS</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $50 to $54.

Stifel Maintains Buy on Flowserve, Raises Price Target to $54

Baird analyst Michael Halloran maintains Flowserve (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLS#NYSE">FLS</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $71 to $70.

Baird Maintains Outperform on Flowserve, Lowers Price Target to $70

Flowserve (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLS#NYSE">FLS</a>) affirms FY2025 Adj EPS guidance from $3.10-$3.30 to $3.10-$3.30 vs $3.17 analyst estimate. Affirms FY2025 sales outlook from $4.79 billion-$4.88 billion to $4.79 billion-$4.88 billion vs $4.80 billion estimate.

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Flowserve Affirms FY2025 Adj EPS Guidance of $3.10-$3.30 vs $3.17 Est; Affirms FY2025 Sales Guidance of $4.79B-$4.88B vs $4.80B Est

Flowserve (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLS#NYSE">FLS</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.72 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.60 by 20 percent. This is a 24.14 percent increase over earnings of $0.58 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $1.15 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.11 billion by 3.16 percent. This is a 5.34 percent increase over sales of $1.09 billion the same period last year.

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Flowserve Q1 Adj. EPS $0.72 Beats $0.60 Estimate, Sales $1.15B Beat $1.11B Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For April 29, 2025

Citigroup analyst Andrew Kaplowitz maintains Flowserve (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLS#NYSE">FLS</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $72 to $56.

Citigroup Maintains Buy on Flowserve, Lowers Price Target to $56

Stifel analyst Nathan Jones maintains Flowserve (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLS#NYSE">FLS</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $77 to $50.

Stifel Maintains Buy on Flowserve, Lowers Price Target to $50

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Shares of machinery companies are trading lower as stocks pull back after surging Wednesday following President Trump's tariff pause announcement.

Flowserve's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLS#NYSE">FLS</a>) short percent of float has fallen 12.12% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.81 million shares sold short, which is 1.74% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.0 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Flowserve Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744228821_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Flowserve has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Flowserve's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Flowserve's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 2.74%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

Short Sellers

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Looking Into Flowserve's Recent Short Interest

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Shares of machinery companies are trading higher following President Trump's decision to implement a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs for all countries except China.

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Shares of industrial stocks are trading lower amid macroeconomic concerns due to rising global trade tensions.

Press Releases

Flowserve Schedules First Quarter 2025 Earnings Release and Conference Call

Flowserve Corporation Reports First Quarter 2025 Results

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FLS Stock Alert: Halper Sadeh LLC Is Investigating Whether the Merger of Flowserve Corporation Is Fair to Shareholders

Shareholder Alert: The Ademi Firm Investigates Whether Flowserve Corporation Is Obtaining a Fair Price for Its Public Shareholders

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