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Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT) is a global company in analytical instruments, separations technologies, and software, serving the life, materials, food, and environmental sciences. This news page aggregates announcements, press releases, and corporate updates related to Waters, giving readers a focused view of developments that affect the company and its markets.
Investors and industry professionals can use this feed to follow Waters’ product launches, financial results, and strategic initiatives. Recent news has highlighted new technologies such as the Xevo Charge Detection Mass Spectrometer (CDMS), which Waters describes as enabling direct mass detection for large biomolecules relevant to next-generation therapeutics, and a Charged Aerosol Detector designed for use with the company’s Empower chromatography data system. These announcements illustrate how Waters is addressing analytical challenges in pharmaceuticals, biotherapeutics, food analysis, and environmental testing.
The news stream also features quarterly earnings releases, where Waters reports sales performance, instrument and recurring revenue trends, and commentary from management. In addition, Waters issues updates on investor conference presentations and on the planned combination with BD’s Biosciences & Diagnostic Solutions business via a Reverse Morris Trust transaction, as described in its press releases and Form 8-K filings.
By reviewing Waters-related news in one place, readers can track themes such as instrument replacement cycles, adoption of new chromatography and mass spectrometry products, and the company’s expansion into adjacencies like bioseparations, bioanalytical characterization, and multiplex diagnostics. Bookmark this page to monitor ongoing disclosures and media releases that shape the narrative around WAT stock and Waters’ role in regulated, high-volume testing and scientific markets.
Waters has unveiled its new Xevo MRT Mass Spectrometer at the 72nd ASMS Conference. This next-generation instrument employs advanced multi-reflecting time-of-flight technology, offering up to 6x higher resolution and 2x mass accuracy compared to competitors. The Xevo MRT enables faster processing of large sample cohorts, essential for biomedical and epidemiology research. It delivers high resolution, speed, and sensitivity, ensuring reliable data for complex disease studies. The system is compatible with Waters' software, columns, and third-party applications, facilitating comprehensive workflows for metabolomic and lipidomic research. The Xevo MRT will be available for shipment in the second half of 2024.
Waters (NYSE: WAT) has become the first liquid chromatography column provider to receive ACT™ Ecolabel Certification from My Green Lab for 42 of its columns. This certification independently validates the environmental impact of the manufacturing, use, packaging, and disposal of Waters' products. Waters supplies its columns to a wide range of laboratories globally, across various scientific fields. The ACT Ecolabel helps scientists and procurement professionals make sustainable choices without compromising on performance. Waters has a long-standing reputation for quality in LC column chemistries, with innovations like MaxPeak™ Premier High-Performance Surfaces and CORTECS™ Solid Core Particles enhancing lab efficiency. They continue to improve sustainability by using recycled packaging materials and reducing packaging size. This certification underscores Waters' commitment to sustainability and provides a competitive edge in the market.
Waters (NYSE: WAT) will present at the Jefferies 2024 Healthcare Conference. President and CEO Udit Batra Ph.D. will participate in a fireside chat on June 5th, 2024. Waters , a global leader in analytical instruments and software, operates in 35 countries with products available in over 100 countries.
WAT Medical introduces ObeEnd, a revolutionary weight management wristband supported by clinical evidence. The device aims to address the global obesity epidemic by providing a drug-free, effective solution. ObeEnd utilizes neuromodulation technology to reduce caloric intake and enhance post-exercise recovery, showing promising results in clinical studies. The groundbreaking innovation marks a major milestone in the field of weight management.
Waters announced the release of the ACQUITY QDa II Mass Detector, a cost-effective, energy-efficient instrument that enhances compound identification through mass analysis. The new detector offers a 20% increase in mass range, up to 70% lower energy consumption, and is recognized for sustainability by My Green Lab.
Waters (NYSE: WAT) reported first-quarter 2024 financial results with sales of $637 million, a 7% decline, but at the high end of guidance. GAAP EPS was $1.72, well above guidance, with non-GAAP EPS of $2.21. Operational excellence led to gross margin expansion. Full-year guidance maintained for -0.5% to +1.5% organic constant currency sales growth and non-GAAP EPS of $11.75 to $12.05.
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