With a market cap of $30.9 billion, Xylem Inc. (XYL) is a global leader in water technology, providing innovative solutions across the entire water cycle, from collection and distribution to treatment and return to the environment. It operates through three core segments: Water Infrastructure, Applied Water, and Measurement & Control Solutions, each addressing critical aspects of water management. 

Companies valued at $10 billion or more are generally considered "large-cap" stocks, and Xylem fits this criterion perfectly. Through its trusted brands such as Flygt, Godwin, Goulds Water Technology, and Sensus, Xylem delivers advanced products and systems that support sustainable water use worldwide.

Shares of the Washington, District Of Columbia-based company have decreased nearly 12% from its 52-week high of $143.50. XYL’s shares have risen 2.8% over the past three months, underperforming the Industrial Select Sector SPDR Fund’s (XLI) nearly 10% gain over the same time frame. 

In the longer term, shares of the water technology firm have declined 10.2% over the past 52 weeks, lagging behind XLI’s 16.2% return over the same time frame. However, XYL stock is up 8.9% on a YTD basis, slightly outpacing XLI’s 8.6% increase.

The stock has been trading above its 50-day moving average since May.

Shares of Xylem rose 2.3% on Apr. 29 after the company raised its 2025 revenue forecast to $8.7 billion - $8.8 billion, surpassing analyst expectations. The company also posted stronger-than-expected Q1 2025 results, with revenue of $2.1 billion and adjusted earnings of $1.03 per share. Key segments outperformed, with Water Infrastructure sales reaching $581 million and Applied Water at $435 million, which boosted investor confidence.

XYL stock has outperformed its rival, Ingersoll Rand Inc. (IR). IR stock has dropped 9.5% on a YTD basis and 13.6% over the past 52 weeks. 

Despite the stock’s underperformance relative to the sector over the past year, analysts remain moderately optimistic about its prospects. The stock has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” from 19 analysts' coverage, and as of writing, XYL is trading below the mean price target of $140.73.