Veralto (VLTO) reported Q2 2026 results with Water Quality sales rising 10.1% year-over-year and Product Quality & Innovation sales gaining 3.8%. The company maintains a solid cash position of $2.12B and generated $328M in free cash flow. Strategic acquisitions expand capabilities in water treatment and quality workflows. However, stiff competition in waste management and limited public-market history present headwinds. VLTO carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) rating.

Veralto reported strong Q2 2026 results, beating earnings and revenue estimates with adjusted EPS of $1.11 (up 19.4% YoY) and sales of $1.47 billion (up 7.6% YoY). The company raised its full-year 2026 core sales growth guidance to 4-4.5% and adjusted earnings guidance to $4.35-$4.43, implying 12-14% growth. Water Quality segment led with 10.1% sales growth, while margins benefited from tariff refunds. Analysts have revised estimates upward, and the stock received a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) rating.

Emerald Technology Ventures announced the first close of its Global Water Fund II at €60 million, with anchor investments from Veralto and Ecolab. The fund aims to invest in water innovation technologies addressing global water challenges across infrastructure, treatment, and digital monitoring.

Veralto, a global leader in essential water and product quality solutions, announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.11 per share, payable on July 31, 2025 to holders of record as of June 30, 2025.

Veralto, a global leader in essential water and product quality solutions, announced a 22% increase in its quarterly cash dividend to $0.11 per share, payable on January 31, 2025.

Veralto, a global leader in essential water and product quality solutions, announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.09 per share, payable on October 31, 2024 to holders of record as of September 27, 2024.

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Analysts' ratings for Veralto (NYSE:VLTO) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 7 analysts. The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months. Bullish Somewhat Bullish Indifferent Somewhat Bearish Bearish Total Ratings 3 2 2 0 0 Last 30D 1 0 0 0 0 1M Ago 1 0 1 0 0 2M Ago 0 2 0 0 0 3M Ago 1 0 1 0 0 Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $95.43, along with a high estimate of $104.00 and a low estimate of $82.00. This current average reflects an increase of 11.61% from the previous average price target of $85.50. Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Veralto. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets. Analyst Analyst Firm Action Taken Rating Current Price Target Prior Price Target Nathan Jones Stifel Raises Buy $97.00 $92.00 Andrew Kaplowitz Citigroup Raises Neutral $94.00 $89.00 Brian Lee Goldman Sachs Announces Buy $104.00 - Andrew Buscaglia Exane BNP Paribas Announces Outperform $103.00 - John McNulty BMO Capital Announces Outperform $97.00 - Deane Dray RBC Capital Raises Sector Perform $91.00 $78.00 Nathan Jones Stifel Lowers Buy $82.00 $83.00 Key Insights: Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing ...Full story available on Benzinga.com