Is CSW a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. (CSW) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 42.3/100. It is ranked #2,586 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 50/100, Value 39/100, Momentum 43/100. The timing signal is "Neutral". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for CSW?

CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. (CSW) has a "Reduce" rating and 2-star score. The composite score of 42.3 ranks it #2,586 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is CSW in?

CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. operates in the Materials sector (Chemicals industry) with a market cap of $4.29 billion. It is classified as a mid-cap stock.

Does CSW pay a dividend?

Yes, CSW pays a dividend with a current yield of 0.36%. The Materials sector average yield is 0.49%. For every $1,000 invested, you would receive approximately $3.60 in annual dividend income.

What is CSW's P/E ratio?

CSW has a trailing P/E ratio of 42.74x. The Materials sector average is 26.5x. This above-average P/E reflects growth expectations or premium valuation.

How profitable is CSW?

CSW's quality factor score is 50/100. Gross margin: 41.4%. ROE: 9.6% vs sector average 3.3%. Margins are moderate to low, reflecting competitive market dynamics.

How is CSW valued compared to peers?

CSW's value factor score is 39/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 42.7x, EV/EBITDA 28.5x. Trading at a premium relative to peers.

What is CSW's debt level?

CSW's debt-to-equity ratio is 75%. Sector average: 41%. Moderate leverage is normal for established companies.

CSW has a beta of 1.29, meaning it amplifies market moves. Stability score: 57/100.

Does CSW have high short interest?

CSW's short interest factor score is 3/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

CSW Stock Analysis: Top Mid-Cap Reduce (Score 42.3/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
CSW	+1.15%	+10.38%	+9.59%	-1.02%	+3.03%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLB	+0.56%	+3.07%	+4.17%	+14.58%	-33.54%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	+1.21%	+6.78%	+9.25%	-0.66%	-26.50%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	+0.58%	+7.31%	+5.42%	-15.59%	+36.57%	-	-	-

Metric	CSW	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	42.7x	+61%
EV/EBITDA	28.5x	+374%
Price / Book	4.1x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
CF CF Industries Holdings, Inc.	57	50	72	66	11.8x	21.1%	36.2%	24.9%	5.5%	41.0x	$19.7B	VS
NTR Nutrien Ltd.	57	37	70	64	54.2x	11.5%	29.0%	2.7%	-	52.0x	$35.9B	VS
UAN CVR PARTNERS, LP	56	50	71	67	12.0x	42.4%	28.5%	17.8%	23.1%	265.0x	$1.3B	VS
LXU LSB INDUSTRIES, INC.	54	50	54	73	41.2x	-3.3%	8.6%	-4.5%	11.0%	85.0x	$1.1B	VS
AA Alcoa Corp	54	50	61	71	18.7x	16.6%	10.0%	8.0%	3.1%	40.0x	$19.0B	VS
MEOH METHANEX CORP	53	34	76	72	24.6x	47.8%	19.1%	6.7%	-	149.0x	$4.6B	VS
NGVT Ingevity Corp	53	50	68	66	53.4x	-638.7%	38.1%	-12.1%	-14.7%	5,459.0x	$2.5B	VS
SEE SEALED AIR CORP/DE	52	50	67	59	11.2x	44.7%	30.2%	10.4%	0.5%	318.0x	$6.2B	VS
ACU ACME UNITED CORP	51	50	71	51	16.4x	9.0%	39.4%	5.2%	-11.5%	45.0x	$171M	VS
APD Air Products & Chemicals, Inc.	51	50	49	50	179.2x	2.4%	31.6%	2.2%	3.9%	114.0x	$64.4B	VS
CSW CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC.	42	50	39	43	42.7x	9.6%	41.4%	9.6%	-11.6%	75.0x	$4.3B

Key Ratio	TTM	2026	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
Gross Margin %	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.5%	0.5%	0.5%	0.4%
Operating Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%
EBITDA Margin %	0.2%	0.1%	0.3%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.0%	0.2%	0.2%
Net Margin %	0.1%	0.0%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	-0.0%	0.0%
FCF Margin %	2.2%	-	17.3%	18.6%	14.2%	8.5%	13.7%	15.2%	14.9%	11.5%	11.2%
ROE %	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	-0.0%	0.0%
ROA %	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	-0.0%	0.0%
ROIC %	0.1%	1.3%	16.9%	16.5%	14.5%	10.9%	7.3%	19.4%	17.8%	14.4%	7.8%

Key Ratio

TTM

2026

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

Gross Margin %

0.4%

0.5%

0.4%

Operating Margin %

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

EBITDA Margin %

0.2%

0.1%

0.3%

0.2%

0.0%

0.2%

Net Margin %

0.1%

0.0%

0.2%

0.1%

-0.0%

0.0%

FCF Margin %

2.2%

17.3%

18.6%

14.2%

8.5%

13.7%

15.2%

14.9%

11.5%

11.2%

ROE %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

-0.0%

0.0%

ROA %

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

-0.0%

0.0%

ROIC %

0.1%

1.3%

16.9%

16.5%

14.5%

10.9%

7.3%

19.4%

17.8%

14.4%

7.8%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
	$1.0B	$878M	$793M	$758M	$626M	$419M	$386M	$350M	$326M	$287M	$267M	$262M
	$423M	$393M	$351M	$318M	$256M	$185M	$177M	$161M	$148M	$129M	$135M	$126M
Gross Margin	41.4%	44.8%	44.2%	42.0%	40.9%	44.0%	45.8%	46.1%	45.4%	44.9%	50.4%	48.3%
	—	$43M	$38M	$36M	$37M	$23M	$15M	$14M	$15M	$14M	$14M	$10M
	$148M	$181M	$159M	$139M	$97M	$59M	$66M	$60M	$51M	$32M	$46M	$44M
EBIT	$148M	$181M	$159M	$139M	$97M	$59M	$66M	$60M	$51M	$32M	$46M	$44M
EBITDA	$181M	$223M	$191M	$175M	$134M	$76M	$74M	$14M	$65M	$49M	$58M	$56M
Operating Margin	14.0%	20.6%	20.1%	18.4%	15.6%	14.1%	17.1%	17.3%	15.2%	11.2%	17.3%	16.8%
EBITDA Margin	17.7%	25.4%	24.1%	23.0%	21.4%	18.2%	19.1%	4.0%	20.1%	16.9%	21.6%	21.4%
	—	$43M	$38M	$29M	$24M	$11M	$13M	$15M	$16M	$14M	$19M	$15M
	$103M	$137M	$103M	$97M	$67M	$40M	$46M	$46M	-$12M	$11M	$25M	$30M
Net Margin	9.6%	15.7%	12.9%	12.7%	10.8%	9.6%	11.8%	13.0%	-3.6%	3.9%	9.5%	11.3%
	$0.62	$8.41	$6.54	$6.22	$4.21	$2.67	$3.05	$2.96	$-0.76	$0.70	$1.63	$1.91
Diluted EPS	$0.62	$8.41	$6.54	$6.22	$4.21	$2.67	$3.05	$2.96	$-0.76	$0.70	$1.63	$1.91

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

$1.0B

$878M

$793M

$758M

$626M

$419M

$386M

$350M

$326M

$287M

$267M

$262M

$423M

$393M

$351M

$318M

$256M

$185M

$177M

$161M

$148M

$129M

$135M

$126M

Gross Margin

41.4%

44.8%

44.2%

42.0%

40.9%

44.0%

45.8%

46.1%

45.4%

44.9%

50.4%

48.3%

—

$43M

$38M

$36M

$37M

$23M

$15M

$14M

$15M

$14M

$10M

$148M

$181M

$159M

$139M

$97M

$59M

$66M

$60M

$51M

$32M

$46M

$44M

EBIT

$148M

$181M

$159M

$139M

$97M

$59M

$66M

$60M

$51M

$32M

$46M

$44M

EBITDA

$181M

$223M

$191M

$175M

$134M

$76M

$74M

$14M

$65M

$49M

$58M

$56M

Operating Margin

14.0%

20.6%

20.1%

18.4%

15.6%

14.1%

17.1%

17.3%

15.2%

11.2%

17.3%

16.8%

EBITDA Margin

17.7%

25.4%

24.1%

23.0%

21.4%

18.2%

19.1%

4.0%

20.1%

16.9%

21.6%

21.4%

—

$43M

$38M

$29M

$24M

$11M

$13M

$15M

$16M

$14M

$19M

$15M

$103M

$137M

$103M

$97M

$67M

$40M

$46M

-$12M

$11M

$25M

$30M

Net Margin

9.6%

15.7%

12.9%

12.7%

10.8%

9.6%

11.8%

13.0%

-3.6%

3.9%

9.5%

11.3%

$0.62

$8.41

$6.54

$6.22

$4.21

$2.67

$3.05

$2.96

$-0.76

$0.70

$1.63

$1.91

Diluted EPS

$0.62

$8.41

$6.54

$6.22

$4.21

$2.67

$3.05

$2.96

$-0.76

$0.70

$1.63

$1.91

CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. (CSW) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. Do?

CSW Industrials, Inc. operates as a diversified industrial company in the United States and internationally. It operates through two segments, Industrial Products and Specialty Chemicals. The Industrial Products segment offers specialty mechanical products; grilles, registers, and diffusers; fire and smoke protection products; architecturally specified building products; and storage, filtration, and application equipment for use with its specialty chemicals and other products for general industrial applications. The Specialty Chemicals segment offers lubricants and greases, drilling compounds, anti-seize compounds, chemical formulations, degreasers and cleaners, penetrants, pipe thread sealants, fire stopping sealants and caulks, and adhesives/solvent cement. The company serves the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning; and plumbing, refrigeration, commercial construction, electrical, rail car and locomotive, cement, energy, infrastructure drilling and boring, mining, oil and gas, power generation, steel, water well drilling, and general industrial markets. It sells its products under the RectorSeal No. 5, Kopr Kote, KATS Coatings, Jet-Lube, Smoke Guard, Safe-T-Switch, Mighty Bracket, Balco, Whitmore Rail, Air Sentry, Oil Safe, Deacon, Leak Freeze, Greco, and TRUaire brands. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas. CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. (CSW) is classified as a mid-cap stock in the Materials sector, specifically within the Chemicals industry. The company is led by CEO Joseph B. Armes and employs approximately 2,400 people, headquartered in DALLAS, Texas. With a market capitalization of $4.3B, CSW is one of the notable companies in the Materials sector.

CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. (CSW) Stock Rating — Reduce (April 2026)

As of April 2026, CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. receives a Reduce rating with a composite score of 42.3/100 and 2 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.CSW ranks #2,586 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Materials sector, CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. ranks #184 of 284 stocks, placing it in the lower half of its Materials peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

CSW Stock Price and 52-Week Range

CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. (CSW) currently trades at $290.54. The stock gained $3.29 (1.1%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for CSW is $338.90, which means the stock is currently trading -14.3% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $230.45, putting the stock 26.1% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 85K shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is CSW Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. (CSW) carries a value factor score of 39/100 in the Blank Capital model, signaling premium valuation that prices in significant future growth. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 42.74x, compared to the Materials sector average of 26.50x — a premium of 61%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 4.12x, versus the sector average of 2.83x. The price-to-sales ratio is 4.31x, compared to 0.74x for the average Materials stock. On an enterprise value basis, CSW trades at 28.50x EV/EBITDA, versus 6.01x for the sector.

At current multiples, CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. trades at a premium to most Materials peers. This elevated valuation may be justified if the company can sustain above-average growth rates and profitability, but it also creates downside risk if earnings disappoint expectations.

CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. (CSW) earns a quality factor score of 50/100, indicating solid business quality with consistent operational execution. The return on equity (ROE) is 9.6%, compared to the Materials sector average of 3.3%, which is below typical expectations for high-quality companies. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 4.5% versus the sector average of 0.6%.

On a margin basis, CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. reports gross margins of 41.4%, compared to 29.8% for the sector. The operating margin is 14.0% (sector: 6.0%). Net profit margin stands at 9.6%, versus 3.0% for the average Materials stock. Revenue growth is running at -11.6% on a trailing basis, compared to 1.8% for the sector. The overall profitability profile is adequate, though there may be room for margin expansion.

CSW Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. has a debt-to-equity ratio of 75.0%, compared to the Materials sector average of 41.0%. Leverage is within a manageable range for the industry, though investors should monitor debt trends over time. Total debt on the balance sheet is $798M. Cash and equivalents stand at $40M.

CSW has a beta of 1.29, meaning it is more volatile than the broader market — a $10,000 investment in CSW would be expected to move 29.0% more than the S&P 500 on any given day. The stability factor score for CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. is 57/100, reflecting average volatility within the normal range for its sector.

CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. reported revenue of $1.02B and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.62. Net income for the quarter was $103M. Gross margin was 41.4%. Operating income came in at $148M.

In Q3 2025, CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. reported revenue of $233M and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.62. Net income for the quarter was $11M. Gross margin was 39.7%. Operating income came in at $17M.

In Q3 2026, CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. reported revenue of $233M and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.62. Net income for the quarter was $11M. Gross margin was 39.7%. Revenue grew 0.0% year-over-year compared to Q3 2025. Operating income came in at $17M.

In Q2 2025, CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. reported revenue of $277M and earnings per share (EPS) of $2.42. Net income for the quarter was $41M. Gross margin was 43.0%. Operating income came in at $57M.

Over the past 8 quarters, CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $878M to $1.02B. Investors analyzing CSW stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

CSW Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. (CSW) currently pays a dividend yield of 0.4%. At this yield, a $10,000 investment in CSW stock would generate approximately $$36.00 in annual dividend income. This compares to the Materials sector average dividend yield of 0.5%, meaning CSW yields less than the typical sector peer. The net margin of 9.6% provides reasonable coverage for the dividend, though investors should monitor payout sustainability.

CSW Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. (CSW) has a momentum factor score of 43/100, reflecting neutral trend characteristics. The stock is neither significantly outperforming nor underperforming the broader market on a momentum basis. The investment factor score is 48/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 3/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

CSW vs Competitors — Materials Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Materials sector, CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. (CSW) ranks #184 out of 284 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places CSW in the lower half of all Materials stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include CF Industries Holdings, Inc. (CF) with a score of 56.6/100, Nutrien Ltd. (NTR) with a score of 56.6/100, CVR PARTNERS, LP (UAN) with a score of 55.6/100, LSB INDUSTRIES, INC. (LXU) with a score of 53.6/100, and ACME UNITED CORP (ACU) with a score of 51.2/100.

Comparing CSW against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full CSW vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

CSW Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. (CSW) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy CSW? — Investment Thesis Summary

The quantitative profile for CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. suggests caution. The value score of 39/100 indicates premium valuation.

In summary, CSW INDUSTRIALS, INC. (CSW) earns a Reduce rating with a composite score of 42.3/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on CSW stock.

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