Ametek (AME)
NYSEIndustrialsSpecialty Industrial MachinerySnapshot 2026-07-08
$231.29-0.18%
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Ametek grows earnings steadily with EPS guidance raised to $8.14 in 2026. It keeps buying companies to grow its business. The company raised its quarterly dividend to $0.34 per share. Profit and cash flow remain solid despite a mild market pullback.
Ametek cut guidance recently, showing risks to earnings growth. Acquisitions may not add enough value. Market headwinds could slow revenue growth below 7.6% expected by analysts.
The price is about 2% above our fair value near $237. Analysts expect about 8% revenue growth. Our fair value is 10% below the Street median, so the market is fairly priced.
Breaks if: Dividend falls below $0.31 per share quarterly
AMETEK aims to increase its quarterly cash dividend to enhance shareholder value.
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Stated in 3 of last 3 quarters. The quarterly dividend increased from $0.31 to $0.34 per share, reflecting a consistent commitment to enhancing shareholder value. This increase aligns with AMETEK's capital allocation strategy.
“Board approved a 10% increase in its quarterly cash dividend to $0.34 per share.”
“Board approved an 11% increase in its quarterly cash dividend to $0.31 per share.”
“Board approved an 11% increase in its quarterly cash dividend to $0.31 per share.”
Breaks if: EPS falls below $7.06 in FY26
AMETEK aims to increase its earnings per share guidance for 2026.
Stated in 4 of last 4 quarters. Adjusted EPS guidance increased from $7.06-$7.20 in 2025-Q2 to $7.94-$8.14 in 2026-Q1, reflecting a consistent upward trajectory. Revenue grew from $1.73B in 2024-Q2 to $1.93B in 2026-Q1, supporting the EPS growth target.
“Adjusted earnings per diluted share are now expected to be in the range of $7.94 to $8.14, up 7% to 10% over 2025.”
“Adjusted earnings per diluted share are expected to be in the range of $7.87 to $8.07, up 6% to 9% over 2025.”
“Adjusted earnings per diluted share are now expected to be in the range of $7.32 to $7.37, up 7% to 8% over 2024.”
“Adjusted earnings per diluted share are now expected to be in the range of $7.06 to $7.20, up 3% to 5% over 2024.”
Breaks if: Revenue growth falls below 5% YoY
AMETEK aims to increase its earnings per share guidance for 2026.
Stated in 4 of last 4 quarters. Adjusted EPS guidance increased from $7.06-$7.20 in 2025-Q2 to $7.94-$8.14 in 2026-Q1, reflecting a consistent upward trajectory. Revenue grew from $1.73B in 2024-Q2 to $1.93B in 2026-Q1, supporting the EPS growth target.
“Adjusted earnings per diluted share are now expected to be in the range of $7.94 to $8.14, up 7% to 10% over 2025.”
“Adjusted earnings per diluted share are expected to be in the range of $7.87 to $8.07, up 6% to 9% over 2025.”
“Adjusted earnings per diluted share are now expected to be in the range of $7.32 to $7.37, up 7% to 8% over 2024.”
“Adjusted earnings per diluted share are now expected to be in the range of $7.06 to $7.20, up 3% to 5% over 2024.”
Breaks if: No strategic acquisitions completed in FY26
AMETEK focuses on completing strategic acquisitions to enhance its portfolio.