Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. designs, manufactures, and markets thermoplastic corrugated pipes and related water management products in the United States and internationally. The company offers single, double, and triple wall corrugated polypropylene and polyethylene pipes; and allied products, including storm retention/detention and septic chambers, polyvinyl chloride drainage structures, fittings, and water quality filters and separators. It also purchases and distributes construction fabrics and other geosynthetic products for soil stabilization, reinforcement, filtration, separation, erosion control, and sub-surface drainage. The company offers its products for non-residential, residential, agriculture, and infrastructure applications through a network of approximately 30 distribution centers in approximately 80 countries. Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. was founded in 1966 and is headquartered in Hilliard, Ohio.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Stock Exchange NYSE
Industry Plastics foam products
Sub-IndustryCasinos & Gaming
SectorConstruction
SymbolNYSE:WMS
CUSIP92929710
Phone614-658-0050
Debt
Debt-to-Equity Ratio1.99
Current Ratio2.22
Quick Ratio1.10
Price-To-Earnings
Trailing P/E Ratio33.94
Forward P/E Ratio24.99
P/E GrowthN/A
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$1.33 billion
Price / Sales1.18
Cash Flow$2.2966 per share
Price / Cash11.97
Book Value$2.38 per share
Price / Book11.55
Profitability
EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$0.81
Net Income$62 million
Net Margins5.43%
Return on Equity47.60%
Return on Assets5.93%
Miscellaneous
Employees4,400
Outstanding Shares56,930,000
Market Cap$1.55 billion
Advanced Drainage Systems (NYSE:WMS) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Advanced Drainage Systems' stock symbol?
Advanced Drainage Systems trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol "WMS."
How often does Advanced Drainage Systems pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Advanced Drainage Systems?
Advanced Drainage Systems declared a quarterly dividend on Thursday, August 9th. Stockholders of record on Friday, August 31st will be given a dividend of $0.08 per share on Friday, September 14th. This represents a $0.32 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 1.16%. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, August 30th. View Advanced Drainage Systems' Dividend History.
How will Advanced Drainage Systems' stock buyback program work?
Advanced Drainage Systems announced that its Board of Directors has initiated a share buyback plan on Thursday, April 6th 2017, which authorizes the company to repurchase $50,000,000.00 in outstanding shares, according to EventVestor. This repurchase authorization authorizes the company to repurchase up to 3.7% of its stock through open market purchases. Stock repurchase plans are often an indication that the company's board of directors believes its stock is undervalued.
How were Advanced Drainage Systems' earnings last quarter?
Advanced Drainage Systems Inc (NYSE:WMS) issued its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, August, 9th. The construction company reported $0.51 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of $0.40 by $0.11. The construction company had revenue of $387.85 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $382.67 million. Advanced Drainage Systems had a net margin of 5.43% and a return on equity of 47.60%. Advanced Drainage Systems's revenue for the quarter was up 8.2% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period in the prior year, the company earned $0.28 EPS. View Advanced Drainage Systems' Earnings History.
When is Advanced Drainage Systems' next earnings date?
What price target have analysts set for WMS?
4 analysts have issued 12 month price objectives for Advanced Drainage Systems' shares. Their forecasts range from $30.00 to $35.00. On average, they expect Advanced Drainage Systems' share price to reach $31.6667 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 15.2% from the stock's current price. View Analyst Price Targets for Advanced Drainage Systems.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for Advanced Drainage Systems?
4 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Advanced Drainage Systems in the last year. There are currently 3 hold ratings and 1 buy rating for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Hold." View Analyst Ratings for Advanced Drainage Systems.
Who are some of Advanced Drainage Systems' key competitors?
Some companies that are related to Advanced Drainage Systems include PulteGroup (PHM), Spirax-Sarco Engineering (SPXSF), James Hardie Industries (JHX), Servicemaster Global (SERV), USG (USG), Watsco (WSO), Watsco (WSO.B), Owens Corning (OC), Aecom (ACM), Acuity Brands (AYI), WEIR Grp PLC/S (WEGRY), Quanta Services (PWR), BELLWAY PLC/ADR (BLWYY), BABCOCK Intl Gr/ADR (BCKIY) and Toll Brothers (TOL).
Who are Advanced Drainage Systems' key executives?
Advanced Drainage Systems' management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. Donald Scott Barbour, CEO, Pres & Director
- Mr. Scott A. Cottrill, Exec. VP, CFO, Sec. & Treasurer (Age 52)
- Mr. Robert M. Klein, Exec. VP of Sales (Age 55)
- Mr. Ronald R. Vitarelli, Exec. VP of Engineering & Bus. Devel. (Age 51)
- Mr. Thomas M. Fussner, Consultant (Age 61)
Who are Advanced Drainage Systems' major shareholders?
Advanced Drainage Systems' stock is owned by a number of of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional investors include Daiwa SB Investments Ltd. (0.25%) and Calamos Advisors LLC (0.02%). Company insiders that own Advanced Drainage Systems stock include Berkshire Partners Holdings Ll, Ewout Leeuwenburg, Joseph A Chlapaty, Robert M Klein, Ronald R Vitarelli and Thomas M Fussner. View Institutional Ownership Trends for Advanced Drainage Systems.
Which major investors are selling Advanced Drainage Systems stock?
WMS stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Daiwa SB Investments Ltd.. Company insiders that have sold Advanced Drainage Systems company stock in the last year include Ewout Leeuwenburg, Joseph A Chlapaty, Robert M Klein, Ronald R Vitarelli and Thomas M Fussner. View Insider Buying and Selling for Advanced Drainage Systems.
Which major investors are buying Advanced Drainage Systems stock?
WMS stock was bought by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Calamos Advisors LLC. Company insiders that have bought Advanced Drainage Systems stock in the last two years include Berkshire Partners Holdings Ll and Joseph A Chlapaty. View Insider Buying and Selling for Advanced Drainage Systems.
How do I buy shares of Advanced Drainage Systems?
Shares of WMS can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is Advanced Drainage Systems' stock price today?
One share of WMS stock can currently be purchased for approximately $27.49.
How big of a company is Advanced Drainage Systems?
Advanced Drainage Systems has a market capitalization of $1.55 billion and generates $1.33 billion in revenue each year. The construction company earns $62 million in net income (profit) each year or $0.81 on an earnings per share basis. Advanced Drainage Systems employs 4,400 workers across the globe.
What is Advanced Drainage Systems' official website?
How can I contact Advanced Drainage Systems?
Advanced Drainage Systems' mailing address is 4640 TRUEMAN BOULEVARD, HILLIARD OH, 43026. The construction company can be reached via phone at 614-658-0050 or via email at [email protected]
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