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Nordson Corporation (NDSN)

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$212.18
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Profit since last BUY3.33%
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06/02/2025: NDSN (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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10 Analysts rated it

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1 Year Target Price $248.57

1 Year Target Price $248.57

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$248.57Target price
Low$164.43
Current$212.18
high$263.91

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 0.89%
Avg. Invested days 72
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 12.16B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 27.62
1Y Target Price 248.57
Price to earnings Ratio 27.62
1Y Target Price 248.57
Volume (30-day avg) 10
Beta 0.9
52 Weeks Range 164.43 - 263.91
Updated Date 07/1/2025
52 Weeks Range 164.43 - 263.91
Updated Date 07/1/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 1.45%
Basic EPS (TTM) 7.76

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Profitability

Profit Margin 16.51%
Operating Margin (TTM) 24.86%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 7.37%
Return on Equity (TTM) 15.54%

Valuation

Trailing PE 27.62
Forward PE 21.74
Enterprise Value 14307122754
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.49
Enterprise Value 14307122754
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.49
Enterprise Value to Revenue 5.29
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 17.93
Shares Outstanding 56508900
Shares Floating 48219084
Shares Outstanding 56508900
Shares Floating 48219084
Percent Insiders 5.59
Percent Institutions 78.14

Analyst Ratings

Rating 4
Target Price 248.57
Buy 2
Strong Buy 5
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Strong Buy 5
Hold 3
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Nordson Corporation

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Nordson Corporation was founded in 1954 in Amherst, Ohio. Initially focused on applying warm air to aid spray painting, it expanded into adhesives and other dispensing technologies. It has grown through organic growth and acquisitions.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Adhesive Dispensing Systems: Provides systems for applying adhesives, sealants, and coatings in various industries like packaging, nonwovens, and product assembly.
  • Industrial Coating Systems: Offers systems for powder coating, liquid painting, and plasma surface treatment for automotive, appliance, and other industrial applications.
  • Advanced Technology Systems: Supplies automated dispensing equipment, surface treatment, and test and inspection systems for electronics, medical, and other technology-driven industries.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Michael F. Hilton serves as the President and CEO. Nordson operates with a decentralized structure, organized around its three core business segments. Its corporate headquarters are in Westlake, Ohio.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Adhesive Dispensing Equipment: Used in packaging, product assembly, and nonwovens. Nordson is a leader in this market. Competitors include ITW Dynatec and Graco.
  • Powder Coating Systems: Applied in automotive, appliance, and general industrial applications. Competitors are Gema Switzerland GmbH and Wagner.
  • Plasma Surface Treatment Systems: Used in electronics, medical, and other high-tech industries. Competitors include PVA TePla and Tantec.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The markets Nordson operates in (adhesives, coatings, and dispensing) are growing steadily, driven by increasing manufacturing output, automation trends, and demand for advanced materials.

Positioning

Nordson is a leading player in its niche markets, known for its technology leadership, global presence, and strong customer relationships.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM for Nordson's product categories is estimated to be in the billions of dollars. Nordson holds a significant share but has opportunities for further expansion.

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Strengths

  • Strong brand reputation
  • Global sales and service network
  • Technological innovation
  • Diversified end markets
  • Proven track record of acquisitions

Weaknesses

  • Dependence on cyclical industries
  • High research and development costs
  • Exposure to currency fluctuations
  • Potential for product obsolescence

Opportunities

  • Expanding into emerging markets
  • Developing new applications for existing technologies
  • Acquiring complementary businesses
  • Increasing demand for automation

Threats

  • Intense competition
  • Economic downturns
  • Raw material price increases
  • Disruptive technologies

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • ITW (ITW)
  • Graco (GGG)
  • Gema Switzerland GmbH
  • Wagner

Competitive Landscape

Nordson differentiates itself through its technology leadership, global presence, and strong customer relationships. It faces competition from larger, more diversified companies and smaller, specialized players.

Major Acquisitions

CyberOptics Corporation

  • Year: 2022
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 380
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanded Nordson's test and inspection capabilities in the electronics industry.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Nordson has grown steadily through organic growth and strategic acquisitions.

Future Projections: Analysts expect Nordson to continue growing its revenue and earnings in the coming years, driven by its strong market position and growth initiatives.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in new product development, expansion into emerging markets, and acquisitions of complementary businesses.

Summary

Nordson is a fundamentally strong company with a leading position in its niche markets and a history of consistent growth and profitability. The company's diversified end markets and global presence mitigate some risks, but it remains exposed to cyclical industries and intense competition. Nordson's dividend track record makes it a valuable investment for income investors. Future acquisitions are likely and are a strategic element that will help Nordson to continue expanding it's leadership position.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Nordson Corporation's Investor Relations Website
  • SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
  • Analyst Reports
  • Company Press Releases

Disclaimers:

This analysis is based on publicly available information and is intended for informational purposes only. It is not financial advice. Investors should conduct their own due diligence before making any investment decisions.

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About Nordson Corporation

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Westlake, OH, United States
IPO Launch date 1990-03-26
President, CEO & Director Mr. Sundaram Nagarajan
Sector Industrials
Industry Specialty Industrial Machinery
Full time employees 7800
Full time employees 7800

Nordson Corporation engineers, manufactures, and markets products and systems to dispense, apply, and control adhesives, coatings, polymers, sealants, biomaterials, and other fluids. It operates through three segments: Industrial Precision Solutions; Medical and Fluid Solutions; and Advanced Technology Solutions. The Industrial Precision Solutions segment provides dispensing, coating, and laminating systems for adhesives, lotions, liquids, and fibers to disposable products and roll goods; automated adhesive dispensing systems used in packaged goods industries; components and systems for thermoplastic and biopolymer melt stream; fluid components, such as nozzles, pumps, and filters; smart components that measure and control the flow, quantity and location of dispensed fluid; control systems; and dispensing, coating, and laminating systems. It also offers automated and manual dispensing products and systems for cold materials, container coating, liquid finishing, and powder coating, as well as ultraviolet equipment used in curing and drying operations; and in-line measurement sensors, gauges and analyzers, lasers, X-ray, optical and nucleonic technologies, and proprietary algorithms and software. The Medical and Fluid Solutions segment offers cannulas, catheters, and medical balloons; single-use plastic components; precision manual and semi-automated dispensers; and plastic molded syringes, cartridges, tips, and fluid connection components. The Advanced Technology Solutions segment provides automated dispensing systems for fluids attachment, protection, and coating, as well as related gas plasma treatment systems for cleaning and conditioning surfaces; and bond testing and automated optical, acoustic microscopy, and x-ray inspection systems for semiconductor and printed circuit board industries. The company markets its products through direct sales force, distributors, and sales representatives. The company was founded in 1909 and is headquartered in Westlake, Ohio.