Why Xylem (XYL) Stock Is Down Today: Q3 2026 ended September 30, 2026 Earnings
Earnings results
- EPS comparison not verified
Actual: $1.44 (adjusted)
- Revenue comparison not verified
Actual: $2.201 (reported, billions)
- Guidance
Cut 2026 adjusted EPS to $5.40–$5.45 from $5.55–$5.70.
Earnings and the stock move
Xylem lowered its fiscal 2026 sales and adjusted profit forecasts after reporting third-quarter results, citing project timing and more cautious customer spending. The weaker outlook reduces near-term earnings expectations despite growing orders. Planned disposals and the 2027 reorganization create another execution decision for investors.
Q3 2026 ended September 30, 2026 earnings recap
Xylem fell 8.0% to $99.61 during trading on October 27, 2026, after cutting its full-year sales and profit outlook.
- Management now expects about $8.95 billion of 2026 revenue, down 1% from last year. Its earlier outlook called for 2% growth.
- Adjusted EPS, or profit per share, is now forecast at $5.4–$5.45, down from $5.55–$5.7. That reduces the earnings investors can expect this year.
- Third-quarter revenue was $2.2 billion, down 3%. GAAP profit was $1.25 per share and adjusted profit was $1.44.
- Orders grew 10% organically to $2.3 billion. Project timing and cautious customer spending show why stronger orders do not immediately become sales.
- The company plans to sell Applied Water International and Specialty Flow Control and reorganize into three segments in 2027. The disposals are planned, rather than completed.
- Xylem earns revenue from pumps, water treatment, meters and services. Its October 26 closing price was $108.24; the earnings decline is separate from those completed charts.
Watch whether projects turn into sales and cash. Spending delays, weaker demand and execution of the planned business changes remain risks.
Financials and technicals
Charts through Oct 26, 2026. The session move above may reflect later news.
Technical setup and risks
The October 26 chart closed at $108.24 above its 20-day and 50-day moving averages. The October 27 decline moves attention toward $98.5–$100.5, based on September 29 and October 1 lows. A sustained recovery above $103–$105.5 would begin repairing the drop; a close below the lower zone would weaken the setup.
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