Stephen Volkmann

Q: What is Stephen Volkmann's success rate?

Stephen Volkmann currently has a success rate of 92.0954019503226.

Q: What is the average return of Stephen Volkmann's calls?

Their stock ratings have generated an average return of 20.88949447302017.

Jefferies | Industrials

Stephen Volkmann is an analyst from Jefferies specializing in the Industrials sector. Ranked #988 out of 4771 analysts, they have issued 27 stock ratings with a success rate of 92.10% and an average return of 20.89%.

Stephen Volkmann has a well-established track record, with 27 ratings issued in the Industrials sector. They have consistently delivered a success rate of 92.10% and an average return of 20.89%, underscoring their expertise and ability to identify winning opportunities for investors.

#988

Out of 4771

Total Ratings

+92.10%

Success Rate

+20.89%

Average Return

Recent Ratings Analysis

XYL

Buy

Aug 24, 2026

Target

$150.00

Current

$106.55

Performance

-6.68%

Stephen Volkmann rated XYL as Buy on Aug 24, 2026, setting a price target of 150. The stock has underperformed, dropping 6.68% despite the bullish target of 150.

MIDD

Buy

Jul 08, 2026

Target

$160.00

Current

$105.72

Performance

-20.04%

On Jul 08, 2026, MIDD was given a Buy rating by Stephen Volkmann, with a target price of 160. Despite the Buy call, shares fell from 105.72 to 105.72, challenging the optimistic stance.

KMT

Hold

May 07, 2026

Target

$47.50

Current

$29.13

Performance

-30.16%

KMT received a Hold rating from Stephen Volkmann on May 07, 2026, aiming for 47.5. The Hold stance proved prudent, with the market softening by 30.16%.

DE

Hold

Apr 08, 2026

Target

$550.00

Current

$677.94

Performance

11.26%

On Apr 08, 2026, Stephen Volkmann published a Hold outlook on DE, with a target of 550. The Hold call missed some of the bullish momentum as shares advanced toward 550.

LECO

Hold

Mar 31, 2026

Target

$280.00

Current

$251.06

Performance

0.79%

Stephen Volkmann on Mar 31, 2026 assigned LECO a Hold rating, with a price target of 280. The Hold stance reflected consolidation, as shares held near 251.06.

ROK

Hold

Mar 31, 2026

Target

$380.00

Current

$421.37

Performance

17.41%

On Mar 31, 2026, Stephen Volkmann reaffirmed ROK with a Hold rating, targeting 380. Market strength beyond 421.37 went further than the conservative outlook suggested.

APH

Buy

Mar 31, 2026

Target

$145.00

Current

$80.25

Performance

27.03%

APH was rated Buy by Stephen Volkmann on Mar 31, 2026, with a price objective of 145. A bullish response from the market helped close the gap of 64.75 to the target.

EMR

Buy

Mar 31, 2026

Target

$175.00

Current

$148.36

Performance

13.23%

On Mar 31, 2026, Stephen Volkmann initiated coverage on EMR with a Buy rating and target of 175. The stock’s climb of 13.23% since the call highlights the foresight in the rating.

ESAB

Buy

Mar 31, 2026

Target

$130.00

Current

$69.27

Performance

-28.34%

Stephen Volkmann issued a Buy recommendation for ESAB on Mar 31, 2026, price target set at 130. The market hasn’t rewarded the bullish outlook, exposing uncertainty in the call.

FLS

Buy

Mar 31, 2026

Target

$90.00

Current

$72.83

Performance

-0.93%

On Mar 31, 2026, FLS was evaluated by Stephen Volkmann, who gave a Buy rating and target of 90. So far, the Buy call awaits clearer momentum, with shares flat at 72.83.

HAYW

Hold

Mar 31, 2026

Target

$15.00

Current

$12.88

Performance

-3.74%

Stephen Volkmann rated HAYW as Hold on Mar 31, 2026, setting a price target of 15. The Hold stance appears justified, as shares hovered around 12.88 with a -3.74% move.

MSA

Hold

Mar 31, 2026

Target

$180.00

Current

$181.27

Performance

10.56%

On Mar 31, 2026, MSA was given a Hold rating by Stephen Volkmann, with a target price of 180. The stock rallied from 181.27 to 181.27 after the Hold rating, surprising to the upside.

PNR

Buy

Mar 31, 2026

Target

$125.00

Current

$56.73

Performance

-34.88%

PNR received a Buy rating from Stephen Volkmann on Mar 31, 2026, aiming for 125. The rating hasn’t played out as hoped, with the stock trading 34.88% below expectations.

VLTO

Buy

Mar 31, 2026

Target

$110.00

Current

$93.45

Performance

5.69%

On Mar 31, 2026, Stephen Volkmann published a Buy outlook on VLTO, with a target of 110. Shares gained 5.69%, underscoring the accuracy of the bullish outlook toward 110.

VRT

Hold

Mar 31, 2026

Target

$260.00

Current

$248.13

Performance

-0.98%

Stephen Volkmann on Mar 31, 2026 assigned VRT a Hold rating, with a price target of 260. The Hold stance reflected consolidation, as shares held near 248.13.

WAB

Buy

Mar 31, 2026

Target

$290.00

Current

$280.27

Performance

12.15%

On Mar 31, 2026, Stephen Volkmann reaffirmed WAB with a Buy rating, targeting 290. The recommendation was supported by strong follow-through as the stock rose from 280.27 to 280.27.

ETN

Buy

Mar 16, 2026

Target

$430.00

Current

$409.15

Performance

13.33%

ETN was rated Buy by Stephen Volkmann on Mar 16, 2026, with a price objective of 430. A bullish response from the market helped close the gap of 20.85 to the target.

CAT

Buy

Jan 30, 2026

Target

$785.00

Current

$805.00

Performance

22.46%

On Jan 30, 2026, Stephen Volkmann initiated coverage on CAT with a Buy rating and target of 785. The stock’s climb of 22.46% since the call highlights the foresight in the rating.

PH

Buy

Jan 30, 2026

Target

$1100.00

Current

$934.34

Performance

-0.16%

Stephen Volkmann issued a Buy recommendation for PH on Jan 30, 2026, price target set at 1100. The target of 1100 remains in play, though confirmation will depend on future moves.

FAST

Buy

Dec 15, 2025

Target

$52.00

Current

$49.01

Performance

15.10%

On Dec 15, 2025, FAST was evaluated by Stephen Volkmann, who gave a Buy rating and target of 52. This case illustrates how a timely bullish rating can translate into tangible gains of 15.10%.

JCI

Hold

Jul 24, 2025

Target

$120.00

Current

$142.81

Performance

29.80%

Stephen Volkmann rated JCI as Hold on Jul 24, 2025, setting a price target of 120. Despite the Hold call, shares climbed 29.80% to 142.81, revealing unexpected momentum.

TKR

Hold

Apr 02, 2025

Target

$70.00

Current

$118.16

Performance

67.75%

On Apr 02, 2025, TKR was given a Hold rating by Stephen Volkmann, with a target price of 70. The stock rallied from 118.16 to 118.16 after the Hold rating, surprising to the upside.

ITW

Hold

Dec 06, 2024

Target

$290.00

Current

$265.20

Performance

-3.05%

ITW received a Hold rating from Stephen Volkmann on Dec 06, 2024, aiming for 290. Shares remained flat at 265.2, aligning with the neutral rating.

GTES

Buy

Dec 06, 2024

Target

$26.00

Current

$25.63

Performance

13.21%

On Dec 06, 2024, Stephen Volkmann published a Buy outlook on GTES, with a target of 26. Shares gained 13.21%, underscoring the accuracy of the bullish outlook toward 26.

SITE

Buy

Dec 06, 2024

Target

$175.00

Current

$94.78

Performance

-37.25%

Stephen Volkmann on Dec 06, 2024 assigned SITE a Buy rating, with a price target of 175. The call has struggled to gain traction, with shares losing 37.25%.

PCAR

Hold

Dec 06, 2024

Target

$120.00

Current

$122.57

Performance

5.77%

On Dec 06, 2024, Stephen Volkmann reaffirmed PCAR with a Hold rating, targeting 120. Market strength beyond 122.57 went further than the conservative outlook suggested.

CMI

Buy

Dec 06, 2024

Target

$435.00

Current

$550.03

Performance

44.90%

CMI was rated Buy by Stephen Volkmann on Dec 06, 2024, with a price objective of 435. A bullish response from the market helped close the gap of -115.03 to the target.

WCC

Buy

Dec 06, 2024

Target

$245.00

Current

$344.00

Performance

66.45%

On Dec 06, 2024, Stephen Volkmann initiated coverage on WCC with a Buy rating and target of 245. The stock’s climb of 66.45% since the call highlights the foresight in the rating.

TEX

Hold

Jul 11, 2024

Target

$55.00

Current

$59.64

Performance

9.81%

Stephen Volkmann issued a Hold recommendation for TEX on Jul 11, 2024, price target set at 55. A neutral call gave way to stronger-than-expected performance, closing in on 55.

OSK

Hold

Jul 11, 2024

Target

$105.00

Current

$147.77

Performance

38.87%

On Jul 11, 2024, OSK was evaluated by Stephen Volkmann, who gave a Hold rating and target of 105. Investors who stayed in despite the Hold saw upside of 38.87%.

Frequency Asked Questions

Who is Stephen Volkmann?

Stephen Volkmann is an analyst from Jefferies specializing in the Industrials sector.

What is Stephen Volkmann's success rate?

Stephen Volkmann currently has a success rate of +92.10%.

How many ratings has Stephen Volkmann issued?

Stephen Volkmann has issued 27 stock ratings so far.

What is the average return of Stephen Volkmann's calls?

Their stock ratings have generated an average return of +20.89%.

What is Stephen Volkmann's ranking?

Stephen Volkmann is ranked #988 out of 4771 analysts.

What types of ratings does Stephen Volkmann give?

Their ratings include Buy, Hold, and Sell recommendations, depending on the stock’s outlook.

How can I follow Stephen Volkmann?

You can follow Stephen Volkmann by clicking the "Follow Analyst" button on this page to receive updates on their stock calls.

What is the most recent rating by Stephen Volkmann?

Their latest rating was a Buy on XYL issued on 2026-08-24.