Flowserve Corporation

NYSE:FLS Stock Report

Market Cap: US$9.8b

Flowserve Past Earnings Performance

Past criteria checks 4/6

Flowserve has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 23.5%, while the Machinery industry saw earnings growing at 8.3% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 7.1% per year. Flowserve's return on equity is 16.5%, and it has net margins of 7.6%.

Key information

23.51%

Earnings growth rate

23.52%

EPS growth rate

Machinery Industry Growth8.77%
Revenue growth rate7.09%
Return on equity16.52%
Net Margin7.61%
Last Earnings Update31 Mar 2026

Recent past performance updates

Analysis Article Feb 12

Flowserve's (NYSE:FLS) Solid Earnings Are Supported By Other Strong Factors

Flowserve Corporation ( NYSE:FLS ) recently posted some strong earnings, and the market responded positively. We did...

Recent updates

Narrative Update May 24

FLS: Activist Pressure And Margin Execution Will Support Future Upside

Analysts have trimmed the Flowserve price target by $5 to $83, reflecting updated assumptions on discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E after a mixed series of recent target changes across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Flowserve have leaned cautious, with several firms trimming price targets over the past few weeks.
Narrative Update Apr 30

FLS: AI Power Demand And Activist Pressure Will Shape Future Repricing

Analysts have kept the fair value estimate for Flowserve steady at $102, while refining underlying assumptions such as the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E following a mix of recent price target increases and reductions across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Flowserve reflects a mix of higher and lower price targets, along with fresh coverage, all of which feeds into how the current fair value estimate is framed.
Seeking Alpha Apr 28

Flowserve: The Unconventional Energy Play That Pays Off

Summary Flowserve's stock has more than doubled over the past 5-year period, thus outperforming the S&P 500. The current fiscal year is gearing up to be yet another strong period for the company, with margins anticipated to reach a new record high. Bolt-on acquisitions would continue to play a key role for growth as Flowserve's management remains disciplined. Investors should also factor in a potential moderation in returns as FLS is no longer priced at a significant discount. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update Apr 16

FLS: AI Power Exposure And Margin Progress Will Drive Future Repricing

Flowserve's fair value estimate has increased from $90 to $102, as analysts cite updated expectations for revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E, supported by a series of recent price target revisions across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Flowserve shows an active mix of price target revisions, with several bullish analysts lifting targets and reaffirming positive views on the company’s setup.
Narrative Update Apr 02

FLS: AI Power Demand And Margin Progress Will Drive Future Upside

Analysts have modestly reduced the Flowserve fair value estimate by $1.00 to $94.80, while noting higher Street price targets that are supported by views that the company is positioned to benefit from AI driven electricity demand and improving margin momentum in the broader energy sector. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Flowserve has focused on higher price targets and the company’s exposure to AI related electricity demand and broader energy trends, alongside internal efforts to improve margins.
Narrative Update Mar 18

FLS: AI Power Buildout And Margin Execution Will Support Future Upside

Flowserve's fair value estimate has been updated to $88.00 from $81.58 as analysts point to higher price targets, including TD Cowen's move to $100. This change is supported by expectations for the company to benefit from AI related electricity buildout, broader energy exposure, firmer margin momentum and slightly improved assumptions for growth, profitability and future P/E.
Narrative Update Mar 04

FLS: Future Upside Will Rely On AI Electricity And Nuclear Momentum

Analysts have lifted their Flowserve price target from $80 to $100, citing the company's exposure to AI driven electricity buildout, links to broader energy demand, and internal momentum on margins as key supports for the higher fair value estimate of $95.80 and refreshed assumptions for growth, profitability, and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Across recent research updates, bullish analysts are generally aligning around a higher fair value framework for Flowserve.
Narrative Update Feb 18

FLS: Higher Execution Demands Around Margins And Orders Will Restrain Upside

Our Flowserve fair value estimate moves from $65.63 to $81.58 as analysts reflect updated targets that point to slightly higher revenue growth assumptions, firmer profit margins, and a higher future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Street research around Flowserve has centered on higher price targets and updated views on where the shares could trade relative to revised earnings assumptions and sector peers.
Analysis Article Feb 12

Flowserve's (NYSE:FLS) Solid Earnings Are Supported By Other Strong Factors

Flowserve Corporation ( NYSE:FLS ) recently posted some strong earnings, and the market responded positively. We did...
Narrative Update Feb 04

FLS: Higher Future P/E Assumptions Will Support A Repricing Story

Narrative Update on Flowserve The analyst price target for Flowserve has been reset to $90.00 from $73.74. Analysts point to updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E following a series of recent target increases from major research firms.
Narrative Update Jan 21

FLS: Nuclear And Self Help Execution Risks Will Limit Future Upside

Our updated analyst price target for Flowserve moves higher to US$65.63 from US$64.32, reflecting modest tweaks to revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions, as analysts factor in recent target increases across the Street following Q3 results and sector-wide outlook updates. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Flowserve has centered on updated price targets following Q3 results and refreshed sector views.
Narrative Update Jan 06

FLS: Nuclear Booking Reliance Will Constrain Future Upside Despite Recent Optimism

Narrative Update The analyst price target for Flowserve has moved higher, with recent Street research citing updated Q3 models, expectations for stronger bookings tied to nuclear opportunities, and company-specific self-help efforts as key factors behind the revised valuation inputs. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Flowserve has centered on refreshed models following Q3 results, with analysts recalibrating price targets and reassessing execution and growth assumptions tied to nuclear related bookings and internal improvement efforts.
Analysis Article Dec 15

Flowserve (NYSE:FLS) Has Announced A Dividend Of $0.21

The board of Flowserve Corporation ( NYSE:FLS ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.21 per share on the 9th...
Narrative Update Dec 14

FLS: Future Cycle Risks Will Limit Upside Despite Nuclear Opportunity

Flowserve's analyst price target has been revised higher to approximately $63 from about $60, as analysts factor in stronger modeled revenue growth, a modestly lower future valuation multiple, and continued execution following the company's Q3 beat. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research reflects a generally constructive stance on Flowserve, with higher price targets driven by stronger modeled earnings and improving execution following the latest quarterly beat.
Narrative Update Nov 28

FLS: Future Performance Will Depend On Nuclear Momentum And Execution Risk Management

Flowserve's fair value price target has increased to $76.80, up from $75.50. Analysts highlight solid third-quarter results and see potential for continued bookings growth, driven by management execution and opportunities in the Nuclear segment.
Narrative Update Nov 14

FLS: Future Performance Will Rely On Nuclear Segment And Execution Consistency

Analysts have increased their price target for Flowserve from $71.80 to $75.50, citing robust execution, stronger projected profit margins, and improving growth opportunities following the company's recent earnings beat. Analyst Commentary Following Flowserve's recent earnings report, analysts have adjusted their forecasts and price targets in response to both strong performance and evolving growth opportunities.
Analysis Article Oct 31

Flowserve Corporation Just Beat EPS By 113%: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next

Shareholders will be ecstatic, with their stake up 28% over the past week following Flowserve Corporation 's ( NYSE:FLS...
Narrative Update Oct 31

FLS: Improved Execution And Nuclear Pipeline Will Support Balanced Future Outlook

Analysts have increased their price target for Flowserve from $66.50 to $71.80. They cite improved execution, opportunities for growth in the Flow Control Division, and positive momentum following strong quarterly results.
Analysis Article Sep 17

Flowserve (NYSE:FLS) Has Announced A Dividend Of $0.21

The board of Flowserve Corporation ( NYSE:FLS ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 10th of October, with...
Analysis Article Aug 17

Flowserve (NYSE:FLS) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of $0.21

Flowserve Corporation ( NYSE:FLS ) will pay a dividend of $0.21 on the 10th of October. This means that the annual...
Analysis Article Jul 21

Estimating The Fair Value Of Flowserve Corporation (NYSE:FLS)

Key Insights The projected fair value for Flowserve is US$56.48 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Current share...
Analysis Article Jul 05

Here's Why We Think Flowserve (NYSE:FLS) Is Well Worth Watching

Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks...
Analysis Article Jun 20

Flowserve (NYSE:FLS) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.21

Flowserve Corporation ( NYSE:FLS ) will pay a dividend of $0.21 on the 11th of July. Based on this payment, the...

Revenue & Expenses Breakdown

How Flowserve makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.


Earnings and Revenue History

NYSE:FLS Revenue, expenses and earnings (USD Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsG+A ExpensesR&D Expenses
31 Mar 264,65335495354
31 Dec 254,72934694654
30 Sep 254,68745394870
30 Jun 254,64629294370
31 Mar 254,61528290270
31 Dec 244,55828388470
30 Sep 244,54326889249
30 Jun 244,50425687449
31 Mar 244,42823485849
31 Dec 234,32118785049
30 Sep 234,19424579640
30 Jun 233,97323879440
31 Mar 233,77423175840
31 Dec 223,61518974140
30 Sep 223,4968476034
30 Jun 223,4899573434
31 Mar 223,5059676034
31 Dec 213,54112674734
30 Sep 213,60716574436
30 Jun 213,66517274636
31 Mar 213,69213272936
31 Dec 203,72813083036
30 Sep 203,81114779542
30 Jun 203,88215182342
31 Mar 203,94319485342
31 Dec 193,94023985242
30 Sep 193,85822983740
30 Jun 193,81519882840
31 Mar 193,80316283140
31 Dec 183,83610589140
30 Sep 183,880-4984739
30 Jun 183,811-3083739
31 Mar 183,714-182139
31 Dec 173,661384339
30 Sep 173,69816980143
30 Jun 173,76010587143
31 Mar 173,91111888343
31 Dec 163,99013293143
30 Sep 164,20413592146
30 Jun 164,35524486946
31 Mar 164,48926588046
31 Dec 154,55825892746
30 Sep 154,65535589641
30 Jun 154,76239090341

Quality Earnings: FLS has a large one-off loss of $298.4M impacting its last 12 months of financial results to 31st March, 2026.

Growing Profit Margin: FLS's current net profit margins (7.6%) are higher than last year (6.1%).


Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis


Past Earnings Growth Analysis

Earnings Trend: FLS's earnings have grown significantly by 23.5% per year over the past 5 years.

Accelerating Growth: FLS's earnings growth over the past year (25.3%) exceeds its 5-year average (23.5% per year).

Earnings vs Industry: FLS earnings growth over the past year (25.3%) exceeded the Machinery industry 4.2%.


Return on Equity

High ROE: FLS's Return on Equity (16.5%) is considered low.


Return on Assets


Return on Capital Employed


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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/06/03 18:29
End of Day Share Price 2026/06/03 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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Analyst Sources

Flowserve Corporation is covered by 32 analysts. 11 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Michael HalloranBaird
Andrew KaplowitzBarclays
Charles BradyBMO Capital Markets Equity Research