Zacks Research Brokers Lower Earnings Estimates for CWCO

Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (NASDAQ:CWCO) – Zacks Research dropped their Q2 2026 earnings per share (EPS) estimates for Consolidated Water in a research report issued to clients and investors on Monday, March 30th. Zacks Research analyst Team now expects that the utilities provider will post earnings per share of $0.33 for the quarter, down from their previous estimate of $0.46. The consensus estimate for Consolidated Water’s current full-year earnings is $1.27 per share. Zacks Research also issued estimates for Consolidated Water’s FY2026 earnings at $1.18 EPS, Q2 2027 earnings at $0.46 EPS, Q3 2027 earnings at $0.40 EPS and FY2027 earnings at $1.57 EPS.

A number of other equities analysts also recently commented on the company. Wall Street Zen downgraded Consolidated Water from a “strong-buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Saturday, March 21st. Weiss Ratings cut shares of Consolidated Water from a “buy (b-)” rating to a “hold (c+)” rating in a research note on Tuesday, March 17th. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a Buy rating and one has given a Hold rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the stock presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $40.00.

Consolidated Water Price Performance

Shares of Consolidated Water stock opened at $33.09 on Wednesday. The firm has a market cap of $528.12 million, a price-to-earnings ratio of 34.11 and a beta of 0.56. Consolidated Water has a 52-week low of $22.69 and a 52-week high of $39.12. The stock has a 50-day simple moving average of $35.75 and a 200-day simple moving average of $35.30.

Consolidated Water (NASDAQ:CWCO) last issued its earnings results on Tuesday, March 17th. The utilities provider reported $0.18 EPS for the quarter, missing analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.28 by ($0.10). Consolidated Water had a net margin of 13.88% and a return on equity of 8.39%. The firm had revenue of $29.65 million during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $35.50 million.

Consolidated Water Announces Dividend

The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, April 30th. Stockholders of record on Wednesday, April 1st will be paid a dividend of $0.14 per share. This represents a $0.56 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 1.7%. The ex-dividend date is Wednesday, April 1st. Consolidated Water’s dividend payout ratio is 57.73%.

Insider Activity

In related news, Director Maria Elena Giner acquired 3,310 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Thursday, March 19th. The shares were acquired at an average price of $30.24 per share, with a total value of $100,094.40. Following the acquisition, the director owned 3,310 shares in the company, valued at approximately $100,094.40. The trade was a ∞ increase in their position. The purchase was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which can be accessed through this link. Company insiders own 6.25% of the company’s stock.

Institutional Investors Weigh In On Consolidated Water

Large investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the stock. Journey Strategic Wealth LLC grew its holdings in Consolidated Water by 3.1% during the third quarter. Journey Strategic Wealth LLC now owns 9,515 shares of the utilities provider’s stock valued at $336,000 after purchasing an additional 289 shares during the last quarter. Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. lifted its stake in shares of Consolidated Water by 4.5% in the fourth quarter. Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. now owns 7,023 shares of the utilities provider’s stock worth $248,000 after buying an additional 304 shares during the last quarter. New York State Common Retirement Fund lifted its stake in shares of Consolidated Water by 0.3% in the second quarter. New York State Common Retirement Fund now owns 142,263 shares of the utilities provider’s stock worth $4,271,000 after buying an additional 380 shares during the last quarter. Commonwealth Equity Services LLC boosted its holdings in shares of Consolidated Water by 4.0% during the 4th quarter. Commonwealth Equity Services LLC now owns 10,961 shares of the utilities provider’s stock worth $387,000 after buying an additional 422 shares during the period. Finally, Mercer Global Advisors Inc. ADV grew its stake in Consolidated Water by 3.5% in the 3rd quarter. Mercer Global Advisors Inc. ADV now owns 17,121 shares of the utilities provider’s stock valued at $604,000 after buying an additional 571 shares during the last quarter. Institutional investors own 55.16% of the company’s stock.

Consolidated Water News Summary

Here are the key news stories impacting Consolidated Water this week:

• Neutral Sentiment: Zacks published a FY2028 projection for CWCO of $1.64 EPS (forward-looking estimate that may reflect recovery later than the near-term cuts). MarketBeat CWCO page
• Negative Sentiment: Zacks added CWCO to its Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) list on April 1 — a formal negative recommendation that can accelerate outflows and reduce buyer interest. New Strong Sell Stocks for April 1st
• Negative Sentiment: Zacks cut FY2026 EPS sharply to $1.18 from $1.58 — a large downward revision that materially lowers near-term earnings expectations and valuation comps.
• Negative Sentiment: Zacks trimmed FY2027 EPS to $1.57 (from $1.70) and lowered multiple 2026–2027 quarterly forecasts (Q1–Q4 2026 and Q1–Q3 2027 reductions noted), showing weaker expected performance across several upcoming quarters.
• Negative Sentiment: Specific quarterly cuts include Q2 2026 revised to $0.33 (from $0.46), Q2 2027 to $0.46 (from $0.51), Q3 2026 to $0.27 (from $0.36), and Q1 2027 to $0.33 (from $0.41) — these recurring cuts increase the risk of further downside if results continue to miss.
• Negative Sentiment: These analyst downgrades follow Consolidated Water’s recent earnings miss (March 17: EPS $0.18 vs. $0.28 expected and revenue below consensus), reinforcing concerns about near-term growth and margin pressures. Company earnings/background

Consolidated Water Company Profile

Consolidated Water Co Ltd. is a developer, operator and manufacturer of water treatment and desalination systems. The company designs, engineers, builds and operates reverse-osmosis desalination plants and water treatment facilities, offering both turnkey project delivery and ongoing operations and maintenance services. Its product portfolio includes modular desalination units, water distribution systems, filtration membranes and associated equipment for potable water production.

Consolidated Water serves municipalities, resorts, commercial enterprises and private customers in the Caribbean and the southeastern United States.