Ametek (AME)
NYSEIndustrialsElectrical Equipment & PartsSnapshot 2026-09-04
$237.72+1.50%
Close 2026-09-04 · 1-day change
NYSEIndustrialsElectrical Equipment & PartsSnapshot 2026-09-04
QuarterlyIQ Insights · AME
What must go right, what could break, what the price assumes, and what evidence comes next.
The current health of the standing investment case.
Recent financial performance is holding in the top half of its industry — the reason to own it looks intact.
One-year growth currently built into the price, compared with our model's estimate.
| Measure | Marker shape | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Growth built into the price | circle | -0.1% |
| Our one-year growth estimate | diamond | 8.1% |
For each item: what to watch, what would become a concern, and what would make it less concerning.
A reporting-risk estimate, not a forecast of the stock-price response.
Historical relationships that met the evidence threshold. They do not prove cause or forecast a move.
Usually moved in the same direction.
Price observations: 365 days
Most sensitive to the broad stock market.
Based on historical daily prices through 2026-09-04.
Past price behavior in dollars on a $10,000 position. This does not measure permanent business risk.
How much price usually moves either way.
A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days.
Use the underlying financial and sector pages to investigate the cause.
Not investment advice. Scores describe historical and current data; they are not forecasts of future returns. Consult a licensed advisor before making investment decisions.
Growth built into the price is above our model estimate.
The price assumes 8.2 percentage points less one-year growth.
The one-year revenue growth assumption on Valuation.
Model as of 2026-09-04 · Compared with 32 industry peers
AME — credit agreement
Dated 2026-06-12
Entry Into a Material Definitive Agreement. Amendment and Restatement of Revolving Credit Facility On June 9, 2026, AMETEK, Inc. (the “Company”), together with certain of its foreign subsidiaries, entered into an Amended and Restated Credit Agreement (the “Revolving Credit Agreement”) with the lenders party thereto, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan SE, as administrative agent, and Bank of America, N.A., PNC Bank, National Association, Truist Bank and Wells Fargo Bank, National Associ…
Why it matters: Sector growth trends impact AMETEK's performance and outlook.
Watch forSector revenue growth speeds up above 5%. This supports AMETEK's growth.
Also watch forSector revenue growth slows down. This shows challenges for AMETEK.
Why it matters: How the sector performs can affect AMETEK's growth and market conditions.
Watch forSector revenue growth speeds up to over 5% year over year.
Also watch forSector revenue growth slows down to below 3% year over year.
Why it matters: Strong cash flow helps growth and dividends. A decline may show operational problems.
Watch forOperating cash flow was over $300 million this quarter.
Also watch forOperating cash flow was below $250 million this quarter.
Why it matters: Strong sales growth shows demand and good operations. It backs management's growth plan.
Supportive ifManagement expects Q3 sales growth of high single digits, over 8%.
Worry ifQ3 sales growth guidance drops below 8%.
We watch for confirming and disproving signals on each item. Resolutions are found automatically where possible and checked by hand for unclear cases. Last 90 days shown.
Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year.
| Measure | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Typical day | ±$97 on $10,000 · ±1.0% | How much price usually moves either way. |
| Bad day | $216 loss on $10,000 · 2.2% | A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days. |
| Largest peak-to-trough drop in the past year | $1,357 loss on $10,000 · 13.6% | Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year. |
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement; 1.20 means about 20% more.
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement to the sector. This is secondary context.
Latest 30 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
Latest 252 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
20-trading-day average in US dollars.
Trading days used by the source risk snapshot.
Past results, not a forecast. Not investment advice.
Why it matters: Changes in EPS guidance show how management views future performance. This can affect investor confidence.
Watch forManagement raises EPS guidance beyond the current range of $7.94 to $8.14.
Also watch forManagement lowers EPS guidance below the current range of $7.94 to $8.14.
Why it matters: Hitting or beating this EPS target shows good earnings growth and cost control.
Supportive ifAdjusted EPS for Q3 is reported at $2.08 or higher.
Worry ifAdjusted EPS falls below $2.08.
Why it matters: Changes in guidance show how confident management is about future performance. A raise shows strength.
Supportive ifManagement raises Q3 adjusted EPS guidance to above $2.10 per share.
Worry ifManagement lowers Q3 adjusted EPS guidance to below $2.00 per share.
Why it matters: Backlog growth shows strong future demand and stable operations.
Supportive ifBacklog growth reached a record, up over 23% from last year.
Worry ifBacklog growth is below 15% compared to last year.
Why it matters: Earnings results will show revenue growth and margin performance.
Watch forQ2 earnings show revenue growth above 5% year over year.
Also watch forQ2 earnings show revenue growth below 5% year over year.
Why it matters: Orders growth reflects demand and can indicate future revenue trends. A strong rate suggests continued strength.
Supportive ifOrders growth rate exceeds 25% year over year for Q3.
Worry ifOrders growth rate falls below 15% year over year for Q3.
Why it matters: Good acquisitions can boost growth and market position.
Supportive ifAMETEK announced new acquisitions. These fit its growth plan.
Worry ifNo new acquisitions were announced or there are delays in recent ones.
Why it matters: Raising dividends would show strong cash flow and a focus on shareholder returns.
Supportive ifManagement says the quarterly dividend is going up.
Worry ifDividends remain unchanged or are cut.
Why it matters: Changes in dividends can show how much management trusts cash flow and earnings.
Watch forQuarterly dividend increased from $0.34 to $0.36 per share.
Also watch forQuarterly dividend remains at $0.34 or is cut.
Why it matters: Successful acquisitions can boost market presence and help revenue growth.
Supportive ifManagement says they finished a new acquisition. This will help them reach more customers.
Worry ifNo new acquisitions are announced or completed in the next quarter.