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ESCO Technologies Inc (ESE)

ESCO Technologies Inc (ESE) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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12/01/2025: ESE (1-star) is a SELL. SELL since 1 days. Simulated Profits (24.62%). Updated daily EoD!

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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

1 star rating from financial analysts

4 Analysts rated it

Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.

1 Year Target Price $255

1 Year Target Price $255

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$255 Target price
52w Low $127
Current$204.97
52w High $229.46

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 6.99%
Avg. Invested days 57
Today’s Advisory SELL
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Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 5.50B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 47.42
1Y Target Price 255
Price to earnings Ratio 47.42
1Y Target Price 255
Volume (30-day avg) 4
Beta 1.22
52 Weeks Range 127.00 - 229.46
Updated Date 12/1/2025
52 Weeks Range 127.00 - 229.46
Updated Date 12/1/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 0.15%
Basic EPS (TTM) 4.49

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 2025-11-20
When After Market
Estimate 2.13
Actual 2.32

Profitability

Profit Margin 27.32%
Operating Margin (TTM) 8.81%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 5.09%
Return on Equity (TTM) 8.37%

Valuation

Trailing PE 47.42
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 5627387322
Price to Sales(TTM) 5.02
Enterprise Value 5627387322
Price to Sales(TTM) 5.02
Enterprise Value to Revenue 5.14
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 22.93
Shares Outstanding 25824688
Shares Floating 25786952
Shares Outstanding 25824688
Shares Floating 25786952
Percent Insiders 0.42
Percent Institutions 99.82

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ESCO Technologies Inc

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

ESCO Technologies Inc. was founded in 1990 as a spin-off from Emerson Electric Co. It has grown through acquisitions and organic growth, focusing on engineered products and solutions for diverse industries.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Aerospace & Defense: Provides specialty filtration, fluid control, and electromagnetic compatibility solutions for aerospace, defense, and industrial applications.
  • Filtration / Fluid Flow: Designs and manufactures filtration products, test equipment, and fluid control components.
  • RF Shielding and Test: Provides RF shielding, EMC testing, and certification services.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Vic Richey serves as the Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer. The company operates with a decentralized structure, with each business unit having its own management team.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Product Name 1: Filtration Systems: Designs and manufactures filtration systems for critical applications in the aerospace, energy, and pharmaceutical industries. Market share data is not publicly available at a granular product level. Competitors include Parker-Hannifin, Pall Corporation (Danaher), and Eaton Corporation.
  • Product Name 2: RF Shielding Products: Provides RF shielding products and services for electronics and telecommunications industries. Market share data is not publicly available at a granular product level. Competitors include ETS-Lindgren, and Keysight Technologies.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The industries ESCO Technologies serves are characterized by stringent regulations, high barriers to entry, and demand for specialized products and services. Growth is driven by technological advancements, increased infrastructure spending, and regulatory compliance.

Positioning

ESCO Technologies occupies a niche position, providing specialized engineered products and solutions. It differentiates itself through technical expertise, customized offerings, and strong customer relationships.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The total addressable market across ESCO Technologies' various segments is estimated to be several billion dollars. ESCO Technologies' is focused on key niche markets.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Specialized technical expertise
  • Strong customer relationships
  • Diversified end markets
  • History of strategic acquisitions
  • Strong Free Cash Flow Conversion

Weaknesses

  • Concentration of revenue in certain key customers
  • Exposure to cyclical industries
  • Potential for integration challenges with acquisitions
  • Relatively small compared to much larger peers

Opportunities

  • Expanding into new geographic markets
  • Developing new products and services
  • Acquiring complementary businesses
  • Capitalizing on increasing regulatory requirements

Threats

  • Economic downturns
  • Increased competition
  • Technological obsolescence
  • Fluctuations in raw material prices

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • HON
  • DHR
  • CMI
  • SPX

Competitive Landscape

ESCO Technologies competes with larger companies in some markets. It differentiates itself through specialized products, technical expertise, and strong customer relationships.

Major Acquisitions

PTI Technologies Inc

  • Year: 2016
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 183
  • Strategic Rationale: Enhanced ESCO's presence in the aerospace and defense filtration market. Added expertise and manufacturing capabilities.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: ESCO Technologies has grown through a combination of organic growth and acquisitions.

Future Projections: Future growth projections depend on analyst estimates and company guidance. Please consult analyst reports for that information.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives have included acquisitions to expand product offerings and market reach.

Summary

ESCO Technologies is a niche player in specialized engineered products, showing steady growth through acquisitions and organic development. Strengths lie in technical expertise and customer relationships, while weaknesses include reliance on specific clients and sectors. Future success depends on capitalizing on opportunities in expanding markets and mitigating threats from competition and economic cycles.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Company filings (10-K, 10-Q), press releases, investor presentations, analyst reports.

Disclaimers:

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About ESCO Technologies Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Saint Louis, MO, United States
IPO Launch date 1990-10-01
President, CEO & Director Mr. Bryan H. Sayler
Sector Technology
Industry Scientific & Technical Instruments
Full time employees 3242
Full time employees 3242

ESCO Technologies Inc. provides engineered filtration and fluid control products, and integrated propulsion systems. Its Aerospace & Defense segment provides filtration products, such as hydraulic filter elements and fluid control devices used in commercial aerospace; filter mechanisms used in micro-propulsion devices for satellites; custom designed filters for manned aircraft and submarines; elastomeric-based signature reduction solutions for U.S. naval vessels; and mission-critical bushings, pins, sleeves, and precision-tolerance machined components for landing gear, rotor heads, engine mounts, flight controls, and actuation systems for aerospace and defense industries. The company's Utility Solutions Group segment offers diagnostic testing solutions that enable electric power grid operators to assess the integrity of high-voltage power delivery equipment; and decision support tools for the renewable energy industry. Its RF Test & Measurement segment provides products and systems to measure and control RF and acoustic energy for research and development, regulatory compliance, and medical and security applications; and turnkey systems, such as RF test facilities and measurement systems, acoustic test enclosures, RF and magnetically shielded rooms, and secure communication facilities. This segment also supplies RF absorptive materials, filters, antennas, field probes, test cells, proprietary measurement software, and other test accessories; and offers calibration and product tests, feedthrough capacitors, high current power, telephone, data and control line filters, and high-altitude electromagnetic protection filters. The company also offers human machine interface, positioning and tracking, communications and networking, and electronic equipment and instruments. It distributes its products through distributors, sales representatives, direct sales teams, and in-house sales personnel. The company was incorporated in 1990 and is based in Saint Louis, Missouri.