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Donaldson Company Inc (DCI)

Donaldson Company Inc (DCI) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
$90.2
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Upturn Advisory Summary

11/26/2025: DCI (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Upturn Star Rating

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Not Recommended Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.

Number of Analysts

2 star rating from financial analysts

8 Analysts rated it

Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.

1 Year Target Price $83.6

1 Year Target Price $83.6

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$83.6 Target price
52w Low $56.96
Current$90.2
52w High $90.94

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 21.51%
Avg. Invested days 48
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 10.48B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 29.48
1Y Target Price 83.6
Price to earnings Ratio 29.48
1Y Target Price 83.6
Volume (30-day avg) 8
Beta 1
52 Weeks Range 56.96 - 90.94
Updated Date 11/28/2025
52 Weeks Range 56.96 - 90.94
Updated Date 11/28/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 1.26%
Basic EPS (TTM) 3.05

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-12-02
When Before Market
Estimate 0.92
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 9.94%
Operating Margin (TTM) 15.48%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 11.96%
Return on Equity (TTM) 24.94%

Valuation

Trailing PE 29.48
Forward PE 22.47
Enterprise Value 10935898774
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.84
Enterprise Value 10935898774
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.84
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.96
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 17.76
Shares Outstanding 115831472
Shares Floating 115115710
Shares Outstanding 115831472
Shares Floating 115115710
Percent Insiders 0.56
Percent Institutions 89.81

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Donaldson Company Inc

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Donaldson Company Inc. was founded in 1915 by Frank Donaldson Sr. Originally focused on farm equipment air filters, it has evolved into a global leader in filtration solutions for diverse industries.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Engine Products: Offers a comprehensive range of air, fuel, hydraulic, and lube filtration solutions for engines used in on- and off-road equipment, as well as power generation applications.
  • Industrial Products: Provides filtration solutions for industrial air, gas, liquid, and dust collection applications, serving industries such as manufacturing, food and beverage, and pharmaceuticals.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The current CEO is Tod Carpenter. The company operates with a global structure, organized around its two main business segments: Engine Products and Industrial Products. The board of directors provides governance and oversight.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Air Filters for Heavy-Duty Engines: Donaldson's air filters protect engines from dust and contaminants, extending engine life and improving performance. Competitors include Parker-Hannifin and Mann+Hummel. Market share estimates are difficult to pinpoint exactly, but Donaldson is a leading player in this space.
  • Dust Collectors: Donaldson's dust collectors capture and remove airborne particles in industrial settings, ensuring worker safety and environmental compliance. Competitors include Nederman and Camfil Farr. Market share estimates are difficult to pinpoint exactly, but Donaldson is a leading player in this space.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The filtration industry is driven by increasing regulations on emissions and air quality, as well as growing demand for cleaner and more efficient operations across various sectors.

Positioning

Donaldson is positioned as a leading provider of filtration solutions, known for its technological innovation, product quality, and global reach. Their competitive advantages lie in their R&D capabilities, strong brand reputation, and established distribution network.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global filtration market is estimated to be worth hundreds of billions of USD. Donaldson is positioned to capture a significant portion of this TAM with its diverse product portfolio and global presence.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong brand reputation
  • Global presence
  • Technological innovation
  • Diversified product portfolio
  • Extensive distribution network

Weaknesses

  • Exposure to cyclical industries
  • Dependence on raw material prices
  • Currency fluctuations
  • Relatively high operating costs

Opportunities

  • Expanding into emerging markets
  • Developing new filtration technologies
  • Acquiring complementary businesses
  • Increasing demand for sustainable solutions

Threats

  • Intense competition
  • Economic downturns
  • Changing regulations
  • Raw material price volatility

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • Parker-Hannifin (PH)
  • Mann+Hummel (Not Publicly Traded in US)
  • Eaton Corporation (ETN)

Competitive Landscape

Donaldson's competitive advantage lies in its broad product portfolio and technological expertise. Parker-Hannifin offers a wider range of industrial solutions, while Mann+Hummel focuses on filtration technology.

Major Acquisitions

Stanlay Hydraulic Company Private Limited

  • Year: 2023
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 44
  • Strategic Rationale: The acquisition of Stanlay Hydraulic Company Private Limited expands Donaldson's hydraulic filtration business in India.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical Growth information is not currently available in Real-Time for this model.

Future Projections: Future Projections information is not currently available in Real-Time for this model.

Recent Initiatives: Recent Initiatives information is not currently available in Real-Time for this model.

Summary

Donaldson is a strong player in the filtration industry, benefiting from its diversified product portfolio and global presence. While exposed to cyclical industries and raw material price volatility, the company is well-positioned to capitalize on growth opportunities in emerging markets and sustainable solutions. It needs to watch out for increasing competition, economic downturns and changing regulations. Recent aquisitions show commitment to future growth.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

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  • Financial News Outlets
  • SEC Filings

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About Donaldson Company Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Bloomington, MN, United States
IPO Launch date 1987-01-01
Chairman, CEO & President Mr. Tod E. Carpenter
Sector Industrials
Industry Specialty Industrial Machinery
Full time employees 15000
Full time employees 15000

Donaldson Company, Inc. manufactures and sells filtration systems and replacement parts worldwide. The company operates through Mobile Solutions, Industrial Solutions, and Life Sciences segments. The Mobile Solutions segment provides replacement filters for air and liquid filtration applications, such as air filtration systems, fuel, lube and hydraulic systems, emissions systems and sensors, indicators, and monitoring systems. This segment sells its products to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the construction, mining, agriculture, and transportation markets; and to independent distributors, and OEM dealer networks. The Industrial Solutions segment offers dust, fume, and mist collectors; compressed air and industrial gasses purification systems; air inlet systems and filtration for power generation; ancillary components; replacement parts; performance monitoring and service; and hydraulic and lubricated rotating equipment applications, as well as gas and liquid filtration for industrial processes and connected services. It also sells aerospace and defense products comprising of air, fuel, lubrication and hydraulic filtration for fixed-wing and rotorcraft aerospace applications and ground defense vehicle and naval platforms. This segment sells its products to various distributors, OEMs, and end-users. The Life Sciences segment provides micro-environment gas and liquid filtration for food, beverage, and industrial processes; bioprocessing equipment that includes bioreactors and fermenters; and bioprocessing consumables, such as chromatography devices, reagents and filters, and polytetrafluoroethylene membrane-based products, as well as specialized air and gas filtration systems for applications, including hard disk drives, semi-conductor manufacturing and sensors, battery systems, and powertrain components to OEMs and various end-users. The company was founded in 1915 and is headquartered in Bloomington, Minnesota.