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Agilent Technologies Inc(A)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
2-STAR RATING
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BUY for 111 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+26.76% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$171.78
11/05/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for A

11/05/2026: A (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Agilent Technologies is a specialized provider of analytical instruments, software, and services used in life sciences, diagnostics, and chemical testing. The company benefits from a high-margin recurring revenue model driven by its massive installed base of analytical equipment, which fosters customer loyalty. Its primary growth strategy revolves around expanding into high-value niches like cell analysis and personalized medicine. However, Agilent faces risks from cyclical pharmaceutical R&D spending, intense competition from major diversified life science firms, and geopolitical sensitivities. The stock is often considered a strong fit for investors seeking stable growth and consistent dividend income, though investors should monitor lab spending trends and international regulatory environments.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company offers steady growth linked to R&D spending rather than hyper-growth cycles.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock often exhibits lower volatility and does not typically fit high-momentum trading patterns.
Value investorMixed fitValuation is often tied to market premiums for stable life science tool providers.
Dividend investorStrong fitAgilent provides reliable, growing dividends backed by strong recurring cash flows.
Low-risk investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe company's business model is resilient with a high percentage of non-discretionary revenue.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumThe stock can experience sensitivity to broader market sell-offs and sector-specific sentiment shifts.
Valuation riskMediumAs a quality-focused stock, it can trade at premium multiples that require consistent earnings delivery.
Competition risk (analytical instruments)Medium / highIntense competition from well-capitalized peers can pressure margins and market share.
Business qualityStrongAgilent's strong moat in analytical chemistry and lab services provides business stability.
Dividend incomeLow / noneDividend income is stable but generally not the primary driver for total return compared to capital gains.
Execution riskMediumThe company must successfully integrate acquisitions and manage complex global supply chains.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 14.09%
Avg. Invested days 50
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
A receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
A has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, moderate earnings growth (+1.1%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 16.6%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+6.7%), very low insider ownership of 0.19%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
A's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $1.2B (16.6% of revenue). Operating efficiency is solid (4 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is A's strongest growth driver at +6.7% FY2025 versus FY2024 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while free-cash-flow growth (-16.1%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 94.9% and approximately 99.8% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.19%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 9.08%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 6.54%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 5.12%
State Street Corp 4.56%
Massachusetts Financial Services Company 3.55%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
A generates approximately $524 of gross profit, $213 of operating income, and $166 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Solid margins and solid cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains solid.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 9.20%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
A has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Quality TiltHigh VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 49.95B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 34.6
1Y Target Price 182.05
Price to earnings Ratio 34.6
1Y Target Price 182.05
Volume (30-day avg) 2.2M shares
Beta 1.24
52 Weeks Range 107.98 - 182.99
Updated Date 11/04/2026
52 Weeks Range 107.98 - 182.99
Updated Date 11/04/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 0.58%
Basic EPS (TTM) 5.12

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Life Sciences & Applied MarketsChromatography and mass spectrometry instruments used in food, environmental, and forensic testing.This is the core instrument business that brings customers into the Agilent ecosystem.
Agilent CrossLabMaintenance services, software platforms, and consumables.This provides the 'razor-and-blade' model, ensuring steady, predictable income.
Diagnostics & GenomicsClinical testing, pathology, and genomic research reagents.This segment offers higher growth potential through personalized medicine applications.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE 34.6
Forward PE 25.97
Enterprise Value 51.66B
Price to Sales(TTM) 6.78
Enterprise Value 51.66B
Price to Sales(TTM) 6.78
Enterprise Value to Revenue 7.01
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 25.38
Shares Outstanding 281.93M
Shares Floating 281.23M
Shares Outstanding 281.93M
Shares Floating 281.23M
Percent Insiders 0.19
Percent Institutions 94.9

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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