Flowserve Corporation

Frequently Asked Questions About FLS

What does FLS invest in?

Flowserve Corporation is a global enterprise that specializes in the conception, creation, distribution, and upkeep of industrial equipment crucial for managing fluid movement. The company extends its reach across the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and other international markets. Its operations are structured into two principal divisions: the Flowserve Pump Division (FPD) and the Flow Control Division (FCD). The FPD segment provides a diverse range of pumping solutions, encompassing both custom-engineered and pre-configured pumps and systems, mechanical seals, auxiliary components, and essential replacement parts and upgrades. This division also delivers comprehensive post-sales support, including installation and initial setup, provision of seal system spare parts, repairs, advanced diagnostic services, performance re-rating and enhancement solutions, retrofit initiatives, precision machining, and asset management programs. A notable product from FPD is its gas-lubricated mechanical seal, specifically designed for high-speed compressors used in gas pipeline networks. The FCD segment concentrates on sophisticated valve and automation technologies for industrial applications. Its offerings include various isolation and control valves, actuation systems, and associated control equipment. Furthermore, FCD provides critical maintenance for flow control systems, such as advanced diagnostics, repair services, installation, commissioning, retrofitting programs, and field machining. The products within this segment are instrumental in accurately controlling, guiding, and regulating the flow of diverse liquids, gases, and other fluids. Flowserve primarily serves key sectors such as the oil and gas industry, chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing, power generation, and water management. Additionally, the company caters to a broad spectrum of general industrial applications, including mining and ore processing, pulp and paper production, the food and beverage industry, and numerous smaller-scale uses. Products are disseminated through a multi-channel network involving direct sales teams, independent distributors, and dedicated sales representatives. Flowserve Corporation, founded in 1912, maintains its corporate headquarters in Irving, Texas.

What is the expense ratio of FLS?

An expense ratio for Flowserve Corporation (FLS) is not available from our data sources — neither our market-data feed nor the SEC's structured prospectus and annual-report datasets report one for this share class. The fund's prospectus on the issuer's site carries the authoritative fee.

How big is FLS?

Flowserve Corporation (FLS) manages $9.16B in total assets. AUM determines bid-ask liquidity and the fund's vulnerability to closure — funds below ~$50M are at higher risk of liquidation.

Is FLS actively managed or an index fund?

FLS's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.

When was FLS launched?

Flowserve Corporation (FLS) launched in March 1980 and is managed by the fund issuer.

How has FLS performed?

FLS's total return — price change plus reinvested distributions — is charted at the top of this page. Switch the price chart to Total Return and pick a 1-year, 3-year, 5-year, or 10-year window to read the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over each horizon.