Xylem: Water Business Deserves A Bigger Premium

Xylem trades at a modest premium, with shares flat despite continued growth and improving operating momentum. Full-year guidance projects 2–4% organic sales growth, adjusted EBITDA margin expansion to 23.1%, and adjusted EPS of $5.35–$5.60. Capital allocation is active: A $1.5B buyback program, $219M German acquisition, and a record $850M Water Solutions & Services order.