Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (wms)
WMS — Company Overview
Investors tracking WMS follow a Building Products & Equipment name listed on NYQ within Industrials.
| Ticker | WMS |
| Sector | Industrials |
| Industry | Building Products & Equipment |
| Exchange | NYQ |
| Market cap | $9.78B |
| Last price | $129.74 |
| Size category | Mid Cap |
WMS — Business Description
The business profile of Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (WMS) reflects its role in Building Products & Equipment. Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. designs, manufactures, and markets thermoplastic corrugated pipes and related water management products in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company operates through Stormwater and Wastewater segments. The company offers single, double, and triple wall corrugated polypropylene and polyethylene pipes; plastic leachfield chambers and systems; EZflow synthetic aggregate bundles; wastewater purification through mechanical aeration wastewater; septic tanks and accessories; combined treatment and dispersal systems, including AeroFin, advanced enviro-septic, enviro-septic, and advanced treatment leachfield; and allied products, including storm retention/detention and…
Official website: https://www.adspipe.com.
WMS — Investment Thesis
Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (WMS) attracts investors weighing Building Products & Equipment fundamentals against current market pricing.
- Revenue is expanding at roughly 20.6% year-over-year (public data).
- Trailing P/E of 22.25× sits in a moderate band relative to high-growth peers.
- Forward P/E (17.57×) is below trailing P/E — earnings may be expected to improve.
- Dividend yield near 0.6% adds an income component to total return.
- Equity market capitalization is approximately $9.78B.
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WMS — Financial Health
WMS financial profile reflects operating efficiency and capital structure using available market fundamentals.
Profit margin near 14.0% leaves a narrower cushion versus higher-margin peers. Positive free cash flow of $327.26M supports balance-sheet flexibility.
| Trailing P/E | 22.25× |
| Forward P/E | 17.57× |
| Price / Sales | 3.04× |
| Price / Book | 5.16× |
| Gross margin | 38.6% |
| Operating margin | 26.3% |
| Profit margin | 14.0% |
| Return on equity | 26.4% |
| Debt / Equity | 97.19 |
| Free cash flow | $327.26M |
WMS — Growth Outlook
Growth outlook for Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (WMS) depends on demand trends in Building Products & Equipment and the company's ability to convert revenue into sustainable earnings.
- Revenue growth of 20.6% indicates strong top-line momentum.
- Earnings growth of 18.8% year-over-year supports improving profitability.
- Price is 27.6% below the 52-week high.
- Shares trade 4.0% above the 52-week low — limited rebound so far.
WMS — Competitive Position
Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (WMS) is evaluated against peers on scale, margin structure, and capital efficiency within Industrials.
- Competes within Industrials, specifically in Building Products & Equipment.
- Market capitalization of $9.78B places WMS among mid-cap peers.
- Gross margin of 38.6% should be benchmarked against direct competitors.
WMS — Strengths
Strengths for Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (WMS) inferred from public financial metrics:
- Revenue growth of 20.6% year-over-year.
- Earnings growth of 18.8% year-over-year.
- Return on equity near 26.4% — efficient use of shareholder capital.
- Gross margin of 38.6% supports competitive unit economics.
- Positive free cash flow ($327.26M).
WMS — Weaknesses
Weaknesses and pressure points for Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (WMS) based on available data:
- Price 28% below the 52-week high — sustained negative sentiment.
WMS — Opportunities
- Sustained revenue growth (20.6%) could support multiple expansion if margins hold.
- Trading 4.0% above the 52-week low — potential recovery if fundamentals stabilize.
- Positive free cash flow enables reinvestment, debt reduction, or shareholder returns.
- Forward earnings multiple below trailing P/E — potential earnings acceleration ahead.
WMS — Risks
- Standard market, regulatory, competitive, and execution risks apply to all public equities.
WMS — Summary
Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (WMS) is a mid-cap Industrials company focused on Building Products & Equipment, listed on NYQ. Last price $129.74 with market cap $9.78B. Trailing P/E 22.25×. Revenue grew 20.6% year-over-year per public data. Notable strengths include revenue growth of 20.6% year-over-year. Key watch items include price 28% below the 52-week high — sustained negative sentiment. Review free estimates and earnings pages for WMS; upgrade for institutional ownership and live headlines.
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Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. FAQ
What does Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (WMS) do?
Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. designs, manufactures, and markets thermoplastic corrugated pipes and related water management products in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company operates through Stormwater and Wastewater segments. The company offers single,…
What is WMS's P/E ratio?
Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. has a trailing P/E of 22.25× based on publicly available market data.
Does WMS pay a dividend?
Indicated dividend yield: 0.6%. Confirm ex-dates and payout history in Vest Terminal.
What sector is WMS in?
Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. is classified in Industrials (Building Products & Equipment) on NYQ.
What is WMS's market capitalization?
Approximate market cap: $9.78B.
What are the main risks for WMS?
Key risks include above-average volatility (beta 1.28), among factors on this page.
What are the strengths of WMS?
Potential positives include revenue growth of 20.6% year-over-year, earnings growth of 18.8% year-over-year.
Where can I get analyst estimates for WMS?
Public analyst price targets and consensus for Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. are on the free /stocks/wms/estimates page. Deeper estimate history and models are available in Vest Terminal.