WAT Reports Significant Decline in Net Sales and Operating Income

By Chris Stiles • Monday, March 16 11:25 • Permanent Link

According to the press release, the BDS Business reported a decrease in total net sales for the three months ended December 31, 2025, compared to the same period in 2024. Specifically, the total net sales decreased to $766 million in 2025 from $834 million in 2024. This represents a significant year-over-year decrease in net sales.

Furthermore, the operating income for the BDS Business also experienced a substantial decline, dropping from $94 million in 2024 to $35 million in 2025. This indicates a decrease in profitability for the business during the specified period.

The press release also highlights that the BDS Business saw a decrease in cash and equivalents, with the balance dropping from $74 million as of September 30, 2025, to $67 million as of December 31, 2025.

Additionally, the BDS Business reported a net decrease in cash and equivalents of $7 million for the three months ended December 31, 2025, compared to a net decrease of $1 million for the same period in 2024.

Moreover, the press release indicates that the BDS Business saw an increase in certain liabilities, with total current liabilities rising to $626 million as of December 31, 2025, from $650 million as of September 30, 2025.

Today the company's shares have moved -1.83% to a price of $387.37. For the full picture, make sure to review WATERS CORP /DE/'s 8-K report.

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