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Ametek Inc(AME)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
3-STAR RATING
STRONG BUY
BUY for 8 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+0.34% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$248.58
10/09/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AME

10/09/2026: AME (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 8 days. Simulated Profits (0.34%). Updated daily EoD!

Ametek Inc is a leading provider of specialized electronic instruments and electromechanical devices, serving complex niches in aerospace, industrial, and power markets. The stock is best suited for growth-oriented investors who value the company's disciplined M&A strategy and focus on operational efficiency through its well-regarded growth model. A primary strength is the company's ability to maintain high margins by embedding its technology into critical customer workflows. While Ametek offers stable long-term growth, investors should monitor risks related to industrial market cyclicality and the successful integration of its frequent acquisitions. Ametek remains a compelling name for those seeking quality industrial exposure with potential for long-term compounding.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitAmetek demonstrates a consistent track record of compounding earnings through targeted growth and acquisitions.
Momentum investorMixed fitThe stock often follows broader industrial sector trends, requiring positive market sentiment to drive near-term performance.
Value investorMixed fitAmetek often trades at a premium multiple due to its perceived quality, which may limit value-based entry points.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe dividend yield is relatively low as the company prefers to reinvest capital for growth.
Low-risk investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveIts diversified portfolio and solid balance sheet provide stability for conservative investors.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumThe stock price can fluctuate based on industrial demand cycles and broader economic conditions.
Valuation riskMedium / highPremium market valuations can sometimes leave little room for error if growth slows.
Competition risk (Industrial Instrumentation)MediumIntense competition from major players requires constant innovation and R&D spend.
Business qualityStrongAmetek's proven operational model and high margins are indicative of a high-quality industrial franchise.
Dividend incomeLowInvestors should not rely on this stock for significant income generation.
Execution riskMediumThe reliance on M&A means that successfully integrating new businesses is critical to maintaining growth.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

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

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 17.18%
Avg. Invested days 55
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
AME has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, moderate earnings growth (+7.6%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 22.6%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+6.6%), very low insider ownership of 0.39%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
AME's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $1.7B (22.6% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is AME's strongest growth driver at +7.6% FY2025 versus FY2024 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while free-cash-flow growth (-1.8%, slightly negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 92.6% and approximately 99.4% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.39%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 8.52%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 6.53%
State Street Corp 4.51%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 4.34%
T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc. 2.94%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
AME generates approximately $364 of gross profit, $262 of operating income, and $226 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Solid margins and strong cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains moderate.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 17.69%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
AME 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 TiltLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 56.73B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 36.19
1Y Target Price 280.28
Price to earnings Ratio 36.19
1Y Target Price 280.28
Volume (30-day avg) 1.4M shares
Beta 0.96
52 Weeks Range 178.70 - 260.78
Updated Date 10/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 178.70 - 260.78
Updated Date 10/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 0.52%
Basic EPS (TTM) 6.84

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Electronic InstrumentsAnalytical and process monitoring equipment for power and aerospace.The primary engine for steady, recurring revenue through specialized instrumentation.
ElectromechanicalPrecision motion control and thermal management solutions.Provides essential components for automation, heavily tied to industrial capital cycles.
Geographic ExposureGlobal sales with significant footprint in North America, Europe, and Asia.Global diversification helps mitigate local economic downturns.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE 36.19
Forward PE 28.25
Enterprise Value 58.04B
Price to Sales(TTM) 7.22
Enterprise Value 58.04B
Price to Sales(TTM) 7.22
Enterprise Value to Revenue 7.38
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 23.95
Shares Outstanding 229.20M
Shares Floating 227.83M
Shares Outstanding 229.20M
Shares Floating 227.83M
Percent Insiders 0.39
Percent Institutions 92.6

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)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

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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