West Pharmaceutical Servs Stock (NYSE: WST)

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West Pharmaceutical Servs

West Pharmaceutical Services is based in Pennsylvania, US, and is a key supplier to firms in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and generic drug industries. West sells elastomer-based packaging components (including stoppers, seals, and plungers), non-glass containment solutions, and auto-injectors for injectable drugs, which include large molecule biologics, peptides such as GLP-1 receptor agonists, and small molecule drugs. The company reports in two segments: proprietary products (about 80% of total revenue) and contract-manufactured products (about 20% of total revenue). It generates approximately 55% of its revenue from international markets and 45% from the United States.

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West Pharmaceutical Servs's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WST#NYSE">WST</a>) short percent of float has risen 80.08% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 2.52 million shares sold short, which is 4.61% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.9 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.
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<h3>West Pharmaceutical Servs Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747339235_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for West Pharmaceutical Servs has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing West Pharmaceutical Servs'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>, West Pharmaceutical Servs's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 7.20%, 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.

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How Do Investors Really Feel About West Pharmaceutical Servs?

Despite a powerful 22% surge in the S&amp;P 500 since the April lows—driven by easing U.S.-China trade tensions and a 90-day pause on new tariffs—only half of the index&#8217;s stocks have managed to rise above their 200-day moving average, indicating a market rally <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers">that remains potentially incomplete.</a>
This technical indicator, often used to gauge long-term trends and market breadth, currently shows that just 49.9% of S&amp;P 500 components are in what traders would consider a bullish trend. 
That figure remains below both the five- and 10-year averages of 60%, suggesting a wide swath of the market has yet to participate in the rebound.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Breadth Gauge Shows Room To Run</h3>
Over the past four years, the percentage of stocks above their 200-day moving average has moved within a wide 10% to 92% range. The extreme lows—seen in June and September 2022 at just 10%—came during periods of heightened recession fears and monetary tightening. 
The recent cycle bottom occurred just last month, when the figure dipped to 15% following April's sharp, tariff-driven selloff.
The highest reading in the last four years came in May 2021, at 92%, during a time of peak post-pandemic optimism. More recently, a high of 82% was recorded in September 2024, following the start of Federal Reserve policy easing. 
<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="529" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/14083211/image-161-1024x529.png" alt="" class="wp-image-914932" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/14083211/image-161-1024x529.png 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/14083211/image-161-300x155.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/14083211/image-161-768x397.png 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/14083211/image-161-1536x793.png 1536w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/14083211/image-161-2048x1058.png 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">What Analysts Say About The Tariff Pause and Market Reaction</h3>
Analysts say that the 90-day tariff truce announced in April and this week&#8217;s truce between the U.S. and China helped revive risk appetite, but they remain cautious about its long-term effects.
In a note on Wednesday, Peter Oppenheimer, strategist at Goldman Sachs, said the outcome was "much better than we had expected," noting that the tariff levies of 30 percentage points by the U.S. and +5 points by China were significantly lower than prior worst-case estimates.
Oppenheimer also highlighted that the new U.S.-UK trade agreement contributes to a more constructive global growth outlook and has mitigated fears of long-term economic damage from the April drawdown.
He added that the market has begun to price out recession risks. 
"Certainly, recent news has been supportive for risk in three respects: it has shown the U.S. Administration to be pragmatic and keen to de-escalate&#8230; it suggests a lower likely outcome for the average effective tariff rate&#8230; and it has led to a number of growth upgrades," he said.
Rick Gardner, chief investment officer at RGA Investments, said markets are already "pricing in an environment where the U.S. and China are able to trade with each other," even if some economic weakness persists.
"Even if we see a continued economic slowdown, the stock market may have already priced that in during the April selloff," Gardner said.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">S&amp;P 500&#8217;s Top 20 Laggards – Price vs. 200-Day Moving Average</h3>
More than 20 S&amp;P 500 stocks are still trading over 20% below their 200-day moving averages, highlighting substantial technical room for recovery among the index's biggest underperformers during the tariff-relief rally. 
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<th>% Below 200-Day Moving Average</th>
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<td>UnitedHealth Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNH#NYSE">UNH</a>)</td>
<td>-42.20%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Enphase Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>)</td>
<td>-41.52%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/REGN#NASDAQ">REGN</a>)</td>
<td>-30.14%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Alexandria Real Estate Equities Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARE#NYSE">ARE</a>)</td>
<td>-29.88%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Dow Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>)</td>
<td>-28.40%</td>
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<td>Albemarle Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALB#NYSE">ALB</a>)</td>
<td>-27.11%</td>
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<td>IQVIA Holdings Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IQV#NYSE">IQV</a>)</td>
<td>-26.14%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Bio-Techne Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TECH#NASDAQ">TECH</a>)</td>
<td>-24.95%</td>
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<td>Target Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TGT#NYSE">TGT</a>)</td>
<td>-24.89%</td>
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<td>LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LYB#NYSE">LYB</a>)</td>
<td>-24.88%</td>
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<td>Lennar Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEN#NYSE">LEN</a>)</td>
<td>-24.48%</td>
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<td>Teradyne Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TER#NASDAQ">TER</a>)</td>
<td>-24.35%</td>
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<td>West Pharmaceutical Services Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WST#NYSE">WST</a>)</td>
<td>-24.06%</td>
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<td>Biogen Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BIIB#NASDAQ">BIIB</a>)</td>
<td>-23.67%</td>
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<td>Merck &amp; Co. Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRK#NYSE">MRK</a>)</td>
<td>-23.18%</td>
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<td>ON Semiconductor Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ON#NASDAQ">ON</a>)</td>
<td>-23.06%</td>
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<td>Becton, Dickinson and Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BDX#NYSE">BDX</a>)</td>
<td>-22.80%</td>
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<td>Halliburton Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HAL#NYSE">HAL</a>)</td>
<td>-22.30%</td>
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<td>Edison International (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EIX#NYSE">EIX</a>)</td>
<td>-21.76%</td>
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<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Data as of May 13, 2025</figcaption></figure>
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Only Half Of S&P 500 Stocks Joined The Tariff-Relief Rally: Time To Buy The Laggards?

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc.&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WST#NYSE">WST</a>) on Thursday reported first-quarter 2025 adjusted EPS of $1.45, beating the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">consensus of $1.23</a>.
The injectable pharmaceutical packaging and delivery systems company reported sales of $698 million, beating the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/04/n44973645/west-announces-first-quarter-2025-results-increases-adjusted-diluted-eps-guidance-and-declares-thi" rel="noreferrer noopener">consensus of $685.84 million</a>.
Net sales grew by 0.6%. Organic net sales growth was 2.4%.
The Proprietary Products Segment&#8217;s sales increased by 0.6% to&nbsp;$563.0 million, and organic <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/health-care" rel="noreferrer noopener">net sales growth was 2.4%</a>.
High-value products (components and devices) represented around 73% of segment net sales, led by customer demand for self-injection device platforms partially offset by lower sales of FluroTec products.
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<li>The Biologics market unit had mid-single-digit organic net sales growth, driven primarily by an increase in sales of self-injection device platforms partially offset by lower sales of FluroTec products.</li>
<li>The Pharma market unit saw mid-single-digit organic net sales growth, driven by increased sales of standard and Westar products.</li>
<li>The Generics market unit had a mid-single-digit decline in organic net sales, driven by a decline in sales of standard and FluroTec products.</li>
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Contract-Manufactured Products Segment net sales declined by 0.7% to&nbsp;$135.0 million, while organic net sales grew by 0.8%. Segment performance was driven by an increase in sales in self-injection devices for obesity and diabetes, partially offset by a decrease in sales of healthcare diagnostic devices.
On Thursday, West Pharmaceutical said Bernard Birkett, senior vice president and CFO, will step down this year. West has commenced a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/04/n44973904/west-announces-leadership-changes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">search for a successor</a>.
Guidance:&nbsp;West Pharmaceutical Services raised the 2025 adjusted EPS <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/health-care/25/02/43704837/west-pharmaceutical-stock-sinks-on-weaker-than-expected-2025-guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener">guidance from $6.00-$6.20</a> to $6.15-$6.35 compared to the consensus of $6.14.
The company raised sales guidance from $2.88 billion-$2.91 billion to $2.94 billion-$2.98 billion vs $2.9 billion.
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<li>Organic net sales growth is expected to be approximately 2% to 3%.</li>
<li>The company said updated adjusted-diluted EPS guidance incorporates our estimate of&nbsp;$20&nbsp;to&nbsp;$25 million&nbsp;for the net impact of recently implemented tariffs for the remainder of 2025.</li>
</ul>
William Blair analyst Matt Larew writes, &#8220;It appears West has taken proactive measures to address the problems that arose last quarter&#8230;&#8221;
Larew writes that while the increase is primarily due to foreign exchange effects, the solid results are a positive surprise after last quarter&#8217;s weaker outlook, which caused a drop in the stock.
The core business shows signs that inventory issues are improving, demand hasn&#8217;t worsened, and contract manufacturing has grown slightly more than expected.
William Blair maintains <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WST/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">the Outperform rating</a>.
Price Action: WST stock was down 3.4% at $210.59 on Thursday.
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West Pharmaceutical Defies Doubters: EPS Jumps, Outlook Raised Despite Tariff Drag

U.S. equities are pushing higher for a third straight session, eyeing the longest winning streak since the Trump tariff announcement on April 2, as optimism over corporate earnings and easing trade <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets">tensions boosts risk sentiment.</a>
Positive quarterly results and robust guidance from U.S. firms is fueling hopes the economy can weather the ongoing tariff headwinds and avoid a recession.
Meanwhile, signs of a potential thaw in the U.S.-China trade conflict emerged, with the White House reportedly considering exceptions for certain Chinese auto parts.
At midday trading in New York, the Nasdaq 100 surged 2.2%, climbing above the 19,000 mark for the first time in two weeks. The S&amp;P 500 advanced 1.5%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average underperformed, rising 0.9%.
Technology stocks broadly outperformed, with strength concentrated in the Magnificent Seven and the semiconductor space.
Among major movers, ServiceNow Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOW#NASDAQ">NOW</a>) soared 15% after reporting results that beat Wall Street expectations and issuing bullish forward guidance. In contrast, shares of International Business Machines Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>) slumped 8% as the tech giant showed lower-than-expected non-GAAP earnings. 
In the consumer staples sector, Procter &amp; Gamble (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PG#NYSE">PG</a>) dropped more than 5% after missing revenue estimates.
Treasury yields continued to ease, with yields on the 10-year Treasury down 5 basis points to 4.33%. 
Gold rebounded modestly after suffering a 2.7% slide on Wednesday. Natural gas prices extended their losing streak, plunging 4.9% and heading for a tenth consecutive negative session. 
In the crypto market, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) eased 0.5% to trade at $93,300. 
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Thursday&#8217;s Performance In Major US Indices, ETFs</h2>
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<td>Price</td>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>19,095.73</td>
<td>2.2%</td>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,456.36</td>
<td>1.5%</td>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>1,943.95</td>
<td>1.3%</td>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>39,944.47</td>
<td>0.9%</td>
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<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated by 12:15 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
According to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a>&nbsp;data:
<ul>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) rose 1.5% up to $543.71.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>) rose 0.9% to $399.51.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy&nbsp;Invesco QQQ Trust Series&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>)&nbsp;rallied 2.1% to $464.72.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) rallied 1.5% to $193.08.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;Technology&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>) outperformed, up 3%; the&nbsp;Consumer Staples&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLP#NYSE">XLP</a>) lagged, down 0.8%.</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Thursday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h2>
Stocks reacting to earnings included: 
<ul>
<li>Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>): up 0.6%</li>
<li>O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORLY#NASDAQ">ORLY</a>): down 3.1%</li>
<li>Raymond James Financial, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RJF#NYSE">RJF</a>): up 0.7%</li>
<li>Molina Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MOH#NYSE">MOH</a>): down 6.4%</li>
<li>Texas Instruments Incorporated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXN#NASDAQ">TXN</a>): up 6.0%</li>
<li>FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FE#NYSE">FE</a>): up 0.4%</li>
<li>ServiceNow, Inc. up 14.9%</li>
<li>Lam Research Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LRCX#NASDAQ">LRCX</a>): up 5.5%</li>
<li>ResMed Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RMD#NYSE">RMD</a>): up 10.0%</li>
<li>Discover Financial Services (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DFS#NYSE">DFS</a>): up 3.6%</li>
<li>International Business Machines Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>): down 7.6%</li>
<li>Newmont Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NEM#NYSE">NEM</a>): up 3.6%</li>
<li>Rollins, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROL#NYSE">ROL</a>): up 1.2%</li>
<li>United Rentals, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/URI#NYSE">URI</a>): up 8.9%</li>
<li>Tyler Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TYL#NYSE">TYL</a>): down 3.0%</li>
<li>Edwards Lifesciences Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EW#NYSE">EW</a>): up 7.1%</li>
<li>Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LVS#NYSE">LVS</a>): up 5.2%</li>
<li>Alaska Air Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALK#NYSE">ALK</a>): down 9.7%</li>
<li>American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAL#NASDAQ">AAL</a>): up 2.3%</li>
<li>PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEP#NASDAQ">PEP</a>): down 4.1%</li>
<li>CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CBRE#NYSE">CBRE</a>): up 2.5%</li>
<li>Entergy Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETR#NYSE">ETR</a>): up 0.4%</li>
<li>The Procter &amp; Gamble Company: down 5.3%</li>
<li>Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BMY#NYSE">BMY</a>): down 0.2%</li>
<li>Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUV#NYSE">LUV</a>): down 0.2%</li>
<li>Valero Energy Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLO#NYSE">VLO</a>): down 1.8%</li>
<li>Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMCSA#NASDAQ">CMCSA</a>): down 5.3%</li>
<li>Dow Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>): up 2.1%</li>
<li>Willis Towers Watson Public Limited Company (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WTW#NASDAQ">WTW</a>): down 5.2%</li>
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West Pharmaceutical Services shares are trading lower after the company reported Q1 financial results and cut its FY25 EPS guidance with its midpoint below estimates.

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Watching West Pharmaceutical Services; Executive Reportedly Gives Q2 EPS Guidance Of $1.50-$1.55 During Conf Call

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WST#NYSE">WST</a>), a global leader in innovative solutions for injectable drug administration, today announced executive leadership changes as part of its succession planning process.
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<li>Bernard J. Birkett, Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, informed West of his intention to step down from his current position this year. West has commenced a search for a successor. Mr. Birkett and West plan for him to remain as CFO until his successor is in place, and as an advisor to West in order to facilitate a seamless transition. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Shane Campbell has been appointed to serve as Senior Vice President, Chief Proprietary Segment Officer, effective May 5, 2025.</li>
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CFO Transition&nbsp;
"On behalf of all of us at West, I want to thank Bernard for his strong contributions and leadership over the past seven years. He has been an invaluable partner and advisor to me and the entire leadership team," said Eric M. Green, President, Chief Executive Officer and Chair of the Board. "Bernard played a critical role along with the Finance and Global Operations teams, in helping West navigate the challenges of the global pandemic, the complexities of destocking, and the emergence of GLP-1s. He has been instrumental in our continued growth, and I look forward to his support as we search for his successor."
"After great consideration, I have decided to bring my tenure at West to a close in order to pursue new endeavors. It has been an honor to serve as the CFO of West, making a positive difference on patients' lives," Mr. Birkett said. "West has exceptional people, and I want to thank our talented team for all that we have accomplished together."
Mr. Birkett joined West as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer in June 2018. In 2022, he was appointed to the combined role of Chief Financial and Operations Officer. In April 2024, he transitioned back to focusing solely on his responsibilities as Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Birkett's contributions have been pivotal in strengthening West's financial and business profile.
Chief Proprietary Segment Officer Appointment
Mr. Campbell joins West from Carlisle Companies Inc., where he served as Chief Commercial Officer of the Construction Materials business. As an accomplished leader, Mr. Campbell brings extensive global management experience across operations, engineering, commercial and strategy. Over a 20-year career at DuPont, Mr. Campbell served in a number of senior global leadership roles focused in the areas of elastomers, polymers, building materials, chemicals, packaging and safety.
"We are thrilled to welcome Shane to our team at West," said Mr. Green. "His extensive industry experience and strategic vision will be invaluable as we continue to drive our Proprietary Products strategy and ensure West achieves its long-term growth and success."
"I am excited to join West and work alongside such a talented team that is dedicated to improving patient health," said Mr. Campbell. "With a legacy of over a century of innovation, West is well-positioned to sustain its success well into the future, and I look forward to contributing to the tradition of excellence that pervades the Company."

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West Pharma CFO Bernard Birkett to Exit in 2025, Successor Search Underway for Seamless Transition

West Pharmaceutical Servs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WST#NYSE">WST</a>) lowers FY2025 GAAP EPS guidance from $5.97-$6.17 to $5.86-$6.06 vs $6.03 analyst estimate..

West Pharmaceutical Servs Lowers FY2025 GAAP EPS Guidance from $5.97-$6.17 to $5.86-$6.06 vs $6.03 Est

West Pharmaceutical Servs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WST#NYSE">WST</a>) raises FY2025 Adj EPS guidance from $6.00-$6.20 to $6.15-$6.35 vs $6.14 analyst estimate. Raises FY2025 sales outlook from $2.88 billion-$2.90 billion to $2.94 billion-$2.98 billion vs $2.90 billion estimate.

West Pharmaceutical Servs Raises FY2025 Adj EPS Guidance from $6.00-$6.20 to $6.15-$6.35 vs $6.14 Est; Raises FY2025 Sales Guidance from $2.88B-$2.90B to $2.94B-$2.98B vs $2.90B Est

West Pharmaceutical Servs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WST#NYSE">WST</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.45 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.23 by 17.89 percent. This is a 7.05 percent decrease over earnings of $1.56 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $698.00 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $685.84 million by 1.77 percent. This is a 0.37 percent increase over sales of $695.40 million the same period last year.

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Earnings Scheduled For April 24, 2025

West Pharmaceutical Servs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WST#NYSE">WST</a>) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Thursday, 2025-04-24. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.
Analysts expect West Pharmaceutical Servs to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.23.
Anticipation surrounds West Pharmaceutical Servs's announcement, with investors hoping to hear about both surpassing estimates and receiving positive guidance for the next quarter.
New investors should understand that while earnings performance is important, market reactions are often driven by guidance.
<h3>Historical Earnings Performance</h3>
In the previous earnings release, the company beat EPS by $0.09, leading to a 7.84% increase in the share price the following trading session.
Here's a look at West Pharmaceutical Servs's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
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<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>1.73</td>
<td>1.50</td>
<td>1.74</td>
<td>1.26</td>
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<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>1.82</td>
<td>1.85</td>
<td>1.52</td>
<td>1.56</td>
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<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>8.0%</td>
<td>-7.000000000000001%</td>
<td>3.0%</td>
<td>-2.0%</td>
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<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745420659_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Tracking West Pharmaceutical Servs's Stock Performance</h3>
Shares of West Pharmaceutical Servs were trading at $215.13 as of April 22. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 40.19%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely upset going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analyst Views on West Pharmaceutical Servs</h3>
For investors, staying informed about market sentiments and expectations in the industry is paramount. This analysis provides an exploration of the latest insights on West Pharmaceutical Servs.
Analysts have provided West Pharmaceutical Servs with 2 ratings, resulting in a consensus rating of Outperform. The average one-year price target stands at $300.0, suggesting a potential 39.45% upside.
<h3>Understanding Analyst Ratings Among Peers</h3>
In this analysis, we delve into the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of Illumina, Waters and Revvity, three key industry players, offering insights into their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
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<li>Analysts currently favor an Neutral trajectory for Illumina, with an average 1-year price target of $129.4, suggesting a potential 39.85% downside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Neutral trajectory for Waters, with an average 1-year price target of $406.7, suggesting a potential 89.05% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Outperform trajectory for Revvity, with an average 1-year price target of $128.17, suggesting a potential 40.42% downside.</li>
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<h3>Comprehensive Peer Analysis Summary</h3>
In the peer analysis summary, key metrics for Illumina, Waters and Revvity are highlighted, providing an understanding of their respective standings within the industry and offering insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

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<td>West Pharmaceutical Servs</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>2.30%</td>
<td>$273.60M</td>
<td>4.79%</td>
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<td>4.81%</td>
<td>$412.29M</td>
<td>1.21%</td>
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Key Takeaway:
West Pharmaceutical Servs ranks at the top for Gross Profit and Return on Equity among its peers. It is in the middle for Revenue Growth.
<h3>Discovering West Pharmaceutical Servs: A Closer Look</h3>
West Pharmaceutical Services is based in Pennsylvania, US, and is a key supplier to firms in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and generic drug industries. West sells elastomer-based packaging components (including stoppers, seals, and plungers), non-glass containment solutions, and auto-injectors for injectable drugs, which include large molecule biologics, peptides such as GLP-1 receptor agonists, and small molecule drugs. The company reports in two segments: proprietary products (about 80% of total revenue) and contract-manufactured products (about 20% of total revenue). It generates approximately 55% of its revenue from international markets and 45% from the United States.
<h3>West Pharmaceutical Servs's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: West Pharmaceutical Servs's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 2.3%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Health Care sector.
Net Margin: West Pharmaceutical Servs's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 17.37% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): West Pharmaceutical Servs's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 4.79%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): West Pharmaceutical Servs's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 3.56% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: West Pharmaceutical Servs's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.11, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WST/earnings">To track all earnings releases for West Pharmaceutical Servs visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Insights Ahead: West Pharmaceutical Servs's Quarterly Earnings

West Pharmaceutical Servs's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WST#NYSE">WST</a>) short percent of float has risen 12.9% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.54 million shares sold short, which is 2.8% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.54 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.
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<h3>West Pharmaceutical Servs Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743192018_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for West Pharmaceutical Servs has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing West Pharmaceutical Servs'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>, West Pharmaceutical Servs's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 6.60%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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How Is The Market Feeling About West Pharmaceutical Servs?

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades, downgrades and initiations, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Evercore ISI Group analyst Daniel Markowitz initiated coverage on West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WST#NYSE">WST</a>) with an Outperform rating and announced a price target of $275. West Pharmaceutical shares closed at $231.46 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WST/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Raghuram Selvaraju initiated coverage on Alpha Cognition Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACOG#NASDAQ">ACOG</a>) with a Buy rating and announced a price target of $20. Alpha Cognition shares closed at $5.51 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ACOG/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Mizuho analyst Maheep Mandloi initiated coverage on Bloom Energy Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BE#NYSE">BE</a>) with a Neutral rating and announced a price target of $28. Bloom Energy shares closed at $24.19 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BE/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Compass Point analyst Joe Flynn initiated coverage on Canaan Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAN#NASDAQ">CAN</a>) with a Buy rating and announced a price target of $2.5. Canaan shares closed at $1.07 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CAN/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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Evercore ISI Group analyst Daniel Markowitz initiates coverage on West Pharmaceutical Servs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WST#NYSE">WST</a>) with a Outperform rating and announces Price Target of $275.

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Evercore ISI Group Initiates Coverage On West Pharmaceutical Servs with Outperform Rating, Announces Price Target of $275

March 6, 2025 records indicate that Representative Jared Moskowitz filed a sale of West Pharmaceutical Servs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WST#NYSE">WST</a>), valued between $1,001 and $15,000. According to the March filing, the transaction occurred on March 6, 2025.
Currently, West Pharmaceutical Servs shares are trading down 0.0% at $232.76.
<h3>Representative's Recent Trading Activity</h3>
Over the previous three years, Jared Moskowitz conducted 293 trades, totaling more than $602 thousand. The largest of these were in Raymond James Finl and Seacoast Banking stock. Some of the most notable transactions the Rep. has executed recently include: 
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<li>Abbott Laboratories (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABT#NYSE">ABT</a>): $1,001 - $15,000 Sale</li>
<li>Abbott Laboratories (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABT#NYSE">ABT</a>): $1,001 - $15,000 Sale</li>
<li>Abbott Laboratories (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABT#NYSE">ABT</a>): $1,001 - $15,000 Sale</li>
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<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>S</td>
<td>2025-01-15</td>
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<td>ABT</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>S</td>
<td>2025-01-15</td>
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<td>AbbVie</td>
<td>ABBV</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
<td>P</td>
<td>2025-01-15</td>
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<td>AbbVie</td>
<td>ABBV</td>
<td>STOCK</td>
<td>$1,001 - $15,000</td>
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<td>2025-01-15</td>
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<h3>The Importance of Congressional Transactions</h3>
A congressional transaction is when any representative or senator either buys or sells an individual stock.
Anyone working in Congress must file a Periodic Transaction Report to inform the public of their recent transaction within 30 days of being notified of the transaction and within 45 days of the transaction date.
In April 2012, Former President Barack Obama signed the STOCK Act into law. The act prohibits members of Congress from using private information given to them by their position for personal gain such as buying or selling a stock. The act also expanded disclosure requirements for members of Congress by requiring them to file a monthly disclosure.
<h3>The Importance of Congressional Transactions</h3>
Congressional transactions shouldn't be the primary reason for an investing decision, but they can be an important factor for an investor to consider.
When a senator or representative makes a new purchase, it could be an indication they expect the stock to rise.
A sale, on the other hand, can be made for a variety of reasons, and may not necessarily mean the seller thinks the stock will go down.
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Florida Rep. Jared Moskowitz Sold Up to $15K Worth of West Pharmaceutical Servs Stock

The most oversold stocks in the health care sector presents an opportunity to buy into undervalued companies.
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Here's the latest list of major oversold players in this sector, having an RSI near or below 30.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">West Pharmaceutical Services Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WST#NYSE">WST</a>)</h3>
<ul>
<li>On Feb. 13, West Pharmaceutical Services reported a fourth-quarter adjusted EPS of $1.82, beating the consensus of $1.72. The designer and manufacturer of injectable pharmaceutical packaging and delivery systems reported sales of $748.8 million, beating the consensus of $740.47 million. The company's stock fell around 39% over the past month and has a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WST">52-week low of $197.01</a>.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 21.2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>WST Price Action: Shares of West Pharmaceutical gained 2.6% to trade at $208.92 on Friday.</li>
<li>Benzinga Pro's real-time newsfeed alerted to latest WST <a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent022125&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">news</a>. </li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Amphastar Pharmaceuticals Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMPH#NASDAQ">AMPH</a>)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</h3>
<ul>
<li>Amphastar Pharmaceuticals will release results for its fourth quarter results, after the market closes on Thursday, Feb. 27, and will hold a conference call to discuss its financial results at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. The company's stock fell around 13% over the past month and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AMPH">has a 52-week low</a> of $30.34.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 25.3</li>
<li>AMPH Price Action: Shares of Amphastar Pharmaceuticals fell 0.8% to close at $120.92 on Wednesday.</li>
<li>Benzinga Pro&#8217;s charting tool helped identify the trend in <a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent022125&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">AMPH stock</a>. </li>
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A significant insider transaction involving the exercise of company stock options was reported on February 21, by Eric Green, President at West Pharmaceutical Servs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WST#NYSE">WST</a>), as per the latest SEC filing.
What Happened: Green, President at West Pharmaceutical Servs, exercised stock options for 0 shares of WST stock. This information was disclosed in a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0000105770/000112760225006115//Archives/edgar/data/105770/000112760225006115/0001127602-25-006115-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Friday. The exercise price of the options was $0.0 per share.
Currently, West Pharmaceutical Servs shares are trading up 2.21%, priced at $208.15 during Friday's morning. This values Green's 0 shares at $0.
<h3>Delving into West Pharmaceutical Servs's Background</h3>
West Pharmaceutical Services is based in Pennsylvania, US, and is a key supplier to firms in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and generic drug industries. West sells elastomer-based packaging components (including stoppers, seals, and plungers), non-glass containment solutions, and auto-injectors for injectable drugs. The company reports in two segments: proprietary products (about 80% of total revenue) and contract-manufactured products (about 20% of total revenue). It generates approximately 55% of its revenue from international markets and 45% from the United States.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: West Pharmaceutical Servs's Finances</h3>
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining West Pharmaceutical Servs's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 2.3% as of 31 December, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Health Care sector.
Key Profitability Indicators:
<ul>
<li>
Gross Margin: The company issues a cost efficiency warning with a low gross margin of 36.54%, indicating potential difficulties in maintaining profitability compared to its peers.
</li>
<li>
Earnings per Share (EPS): West Pharmaceutical Servs's EPS is significantly higher than the industry average. The company demonstrates a robust bottom-line performance with a current EPS of 1.79.
</li>
</ul>
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.11.
Valuation Overview:
<ul>
<li>
Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: The current P/E ratio of 30.44 is below industry norms, indicating potential undervaluation and presenting an investment opportunity.
</li>
<li>
Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: A higher-than-average P/S ratio of 5.19 suggests overvaluation in the eyes of investors, considering sales performance.
</li>
<li>
EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): At 19.55, West Pharmaceutical Servs's EV/EBITDA ratio reflects a below-par valuation compared to industry averages signalling undervaluation
</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>Navigating the Impact of Insider Transactions on Investments</h3>
Insider transactions shouldn't be used primarily to make an investing decision, however, they can be an important factor for an investor to consider.
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>Transaction Codes To Focus On</h3>
Navigating through the landscape of transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> often prioritize those unfolding in the open market, precisely detailed in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 denotes 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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Insider Trades

Insider Decision Unfolding At West Pharmaceutical Servs: Eric Green Exercises Options, Resulting In $0

A substantial insider activity was disclosed on February 21, as Winters, VP at West Pharmaceutical Servs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WST#NYSE">WST</a>), reported the exercise of a large sell of company stock options.
What Happened: A Form 4 filing from the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0000105770/000112760225006118//Archives/edgar/data/105770/000112760225006118/0001127602-25-006118-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Friday showed that Winters, VP at West Pharmaceutical Servs, a company in the Health Care sector, just exercised stock options worth 0 shares of WST stock with an exercise price of $0.0.
The Friday morning market activity shows West Pharmaceutical Servs shares up by 2.21%, trading at $208.15. This implies a total value of $0 for Winters's 0 shares.
<h3>Unveiling the Story Behind West Pharmaceutical Servs</h3>
West Pharmaceutical Services is based in Pennsylvania, US, and is a key supplier to firms in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and generic drug industries. West sells elastomer-based packaging components (including stoppers, seals, and plungers), non-glass containment solutions, and auto-injectors for injectable drugs. The company reports in two segments: proprietary products (about 80% of total revenue) and contract-manufactured products (about 20% of total revenue). It generates approximately 55% of its revenue from international markets and 45% from the United States.
<h3>West Pharmaceutical Servs: Delving into Financials</h3>
Revenue Growth: West Pharmaceutical Servs's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 2.3%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Health Care sector.
Analyzing Profitability Metrics:
<ul>
<li>
Gross Margin: The company shows a low gross margin of 36.54%, indicating concerns regarding cost management and overall profitability relative to its industry counterparts.
</li>
<li>
Earnings per Share (EPS): West Pharmaceutical Servs's EPS is a standout, portraying a positive bottom-line trend that exceeds the industry average with a current EPS of 1.79.
</li>
</ul>
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.11.
In-Depth Valuation Examination:
<ul>
<li>
Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: West Pharmaceutical Servs's P/E ratio of 30.44 is below the industry average, suggesting the stock may be undervalued.
</li>
<li>
Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: With a higher-than-average P/S ratio of 5.19, West Pharmaceutical Servs's stock is perceived as being overvalued in the market, particularly in relation to sales performance.
</li>
<li>
EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): With a lower-than-industry-average EV/EBITDA ratio of 19.55, West Pharmaceutical Servs presents a potential value opportunity, as investors are paying less for each unit of EBITDA.
</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>Why Insider Transactions Are Key in Investment Decisions</h3>
Insider transactions contribute to decision-making but should be supplemented by a comprehensive investment analysis.
When discussing 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 stipulated in Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This includes executives in the c-suite and significant hedge funds. Such insiders are required to report their transactions through a Form 4 filing, which must be completed within two business days of the transaction.
A new purchase by a company insider is a indication that they anticipate the stock will rise.
On the other hand, insider sells may not necessarily indicate a bearish view and can be motivated by various factors.
<h3>Transaction Codes To Focus On</h3>
Digging into the details of stock transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> frequently turn their attention to those taking place in the open market, as 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.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/search/index?company_cik=0000105770">Check Out The Full List Of West Pharmaceutical Servs's Insider Trades.</a>
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Chad Winters Decides To Exercise Options At West Pharmaceutical Servs Worth $0

Kimberly MacKay, SVP at West Pharmaceutical Servs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WST#NYSE">WST</a>), reported a large exercise of company stock options on February 21, according to a new SEC filing.
What Happened: A notable Form 4 filing on Friday with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0000105770/000112760225006120//Archives/edgar/data/105770/000112760225006120/0001127602-25-006120-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> revealed that MacKay, SVP at West Pharmaceutical Servs, exercised stock options for 0 shares of WST, resulting in a transaction value of $0.
Currently, West Pharmaceutical Servs shares are trading up 2.21%, priced at $208.15 during Friday's morning. This values MacKay's 0 shares at $0.
<h3>Delving into West Pharmaceutical Servs's Background</h3>
West Pharmaceutical Services is based in Pennsylvania, US, and is a key supplier to firms in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and generic drug industries. West sells elastomer-based packaging components (including stoppers, seals, and plungers), non-glass containment solutions, and auto-injectors for injectable drugs. The company reports in two segments: proprietary products (about 80% of total revenue) and contract-manufactured products (about 20% of total revenue). It generates approximately 55% of its revenue from international markets and 45% from the United States.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: West Pharmaceutical Servs's Finances</h3>
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, West Pharmaceutical Servs showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 2.3% as of 31 December, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Health Care sector.
Profitability Metrics: Unlocking Value
<ul>
<li>
Gross Margin: The company shows a low gross margin of 36.54%, indicating concerns regarding cost management and overall profitability relative to its industry counterparts.
</li>
<li>
Earnings per Share (EPS): West Pharmaceutical Servs's EPS is a standout, portraying a positive bottom-line trend that exceeds the industry average with a current EPS of 1.79.
</li>
</ul>
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.11, West Pharmaceutical Servs adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
Evaluating Valuation:
<ul>
<li>
Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: The Price to Earnings ratio of 30.44 is lower than the industry average, indicating potential undervaluation for the stock.
</li>
<li>
Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: With a higher-than-average P/S ratio of 5.19, West Pharmaceutical Servs's stock is perceived as being overvalued in the market, particularly in relation to sales performance.
</li>
<li>
EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): West Pharmaceutical Servs's EV/EBITDA ratio, lower than industry averages at 19.55, indicates attractively priced shares.
</li>
</ul>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
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<h3>The Relevance of Insider Transactions</h3>
While insider transactions provide valuable information, they should be part of a broader analysis in making investment decisions.
In the realm of legality, an "insider" is defined as any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This includes executives in the c-suite and major hedge funds. These insiders are required to disclose their transactions through a Form 4 filing, to be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
Notably, when a company insider makes a new purchase, it is considered an indicator of their positive expectations for the stock.
Conversely, insider sells may not necessarily signal a bearish stance on the stock and can be motivated by various factors.
<h3>Navigating the World of Insider Transaction Codes</h3>
Delving into transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> typically prioritize those unfolding in the open market, as precisely 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.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/search/index?company_cik=0000105770">Check Out The Full List Of West Pharmaceutical Servs's Insider Trades.</a>
Insider Buying Alert: Profit from C-Suite Moves
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Options Exercise Update At West Pharmaceutical Servs: Kimberly MacKay Engages, Resulting In $0

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Levi & Korsinsky Reminds West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. Investors of the Pending Class Action Lawsuit with a Lead Plaintiff Deadline of July 7, 2025 – WST

ROSEN, SKILLED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action – WST

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. (WST), Investors Who Lost Money Have Opportunity to Lead Securities Fraud Lawsuit

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DEADLINE ALERT: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Investigates Claims on Behalf of Investors of West Pharmaceutical Services

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