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AME·AMETEK, Inc.

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+. (+.%)
High
$240.47
Open
$238.68
Market Cap
54.42B
52W High
$243.18
Low
$237.68
P. Close
$237.42
P/E
35.62
52W Low
$174.43
Fwd P/E
119.10
DailyIQ Est.
$263.97
Technical Score (1D)
100
BUY
News Sentiment
70
BULLISH
Giverny Capital Asset Management sold its AME holdings, citing a valuation gap that suggests the stock may be trading above its intrinsic value. The institutional sell‑off signals a shift in sentiment that could prompt a reassessment of AME’s valuation metrics over the next trading days. AME’s recent 100 %+ return on invested capital and low debt profile reinforce its capital‑efficiency narrative, but the valuation gap remains a point of concern for traders. Citigroup’s initiation of coverage with a neutral stance and a $257 price target introduces a modest upside view, yet no immediate earnings or guidance catalysts have been highlighted. The company’s acquisition of First Aviation Services expands its aerospace and defense MRO footprint, potentially adding new revenue streams and strengthening its market position. Traders should watch for any further institutional ownership changes, Citigroup’s subsequent commentary, and the next earnings release for clarity on valuation and capital allocation. Monitoring how the First Aviation integration impacts earnings and cash flow in the coming quarters will also be important. Any shift in institutional sentiment or earnings surprises will be key to gauge short‑term direction.
Earnings Summary
AMETEK, Inc. (AME) is a global manufacturer that delivers advanced electronic instruments and electromechanical devices to sectors such as aerospace, process, power, healthcare, and industrial automation, positioning it within the specialty industrial machinery space. In its most recent reporting cycle, AME posted EPS of $1.89 in Q3 2025 and $2.01 in Q4 2025, both surpassing analyst expectations of $1.76 and $1.96 respectively, while revenue climbed to $1.892 billion and $1.999 billion, reflecting a 9.5 % and 12.5 % increase over the prior two quarters and beating the $1.966 billion estimate in Q4 2025; the company has consistently outperformed estimates in every quarter since Q4 2024, with EPS beats in all seven quarters reported. Historically, AME has maintained a steady YoY growth trajectory, with Q4 2025 revenue up 13 % from Q4 2024 and EPS rising 7 % year‑over‑year, underscoring a pattern of robust earnings expansion even as the company navigates competitive pressures in the industrial sector. Recent institutional activity, highlighted by Giverny Capital’s divestiture citing a valuation gap, could introduce short‑term volatility, while Citigroup’s neutral coverage and a $257 price target suggest a cautious outlook; the firm’s high return on invested capital above 100 % and low leverage reinforce its capacity to sustain growth, but investors should monitor any shifts in capital allocation or guidance that might affect valuation. Looking ahead, key watch points include the upcoming earnings release for guidance on revenue mix and capital expenditures, the impact of any changes in institutional ownership disclosed in 13‑day filings, and how competitive dynamics in the specialty machinery market may influence margin pressure; these factors will shape AME’s near‑term trajectory.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$1.64$1.74$1.85$1.95$2.06Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$1.99 - -
Q1'26$1.91$1.97+3.3%
Q4'25$1.96$2.01+2.3%
Q3'25$1.76$1.89+7.4%
Q2'25$1.69$1.78+5.5%
Q1'25$1.69$1.75+3.5%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$1.7B$1.8B$1.9B$2.0B$2.0BQ1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$2.0B - -
Q1'26$1.9B$1.9B+0.8%
Q4'25$2.0B$2.0B+1.6%
Q3'25 - $1.9B -
Q2'25 - $1.8B -
Q1'25 - $1.7B -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

AME Stock Snapshot

AME is currently trading at $238.16, giving AMETEK, Inc. a market cap of 54.42B and a P/E ratio of 35.6. Today's range spans $237.68–$240.47, with shares opening at $238.68 and moving up $0.74 (0.3%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 100/100 (BUY) with a news sentiment reading of 70/100.

Over the past year AME has traded between $174.43 and $243.18 - the current price is +36.5% off the 52-week low and -2.1% from the high. 27 analysts cover the stock with a Buy consensus and a mean 12-month target of $259.05 (range $217.00–$280.00), implying upside of +8.8%.

AME is scoring 100/100 technically (BUY) and sits at $238.16 - near 52-week highs in its $174.43–$243.18 annual range. Sentiment at 70/100 is bullish. At 54.42B in Industrials market cap The current P/E ratio stands at 35.6., this is the tier where earnings revision cycles have the most impact on price: upward revisions in a large-cap company with bullish momentum tend to attract analyst upgrades, which in turn attract new institutional mandates.

What makes AME's BUY setup (100/100) particularly actionable at 54.42B in Industrials capitalization is the scale-to-move ratio: large enough to feature on institutional mandates but not so large that the percentage upside is already compressed by index inertia. At $238.16 (near 52-week highs in $174.43–$243.18), with sentiment running bullish at 70/100, the setup rewards conviction-sized positioning more than it does speculative small bets.