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RBC Bearings Incorporated(RBC)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for RBC
09/25/2026: RBC (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
RBC Bearings is a manufacturer of precision bearings and motion control components serving the aerospace, defense, and industrial sectors. The company has a leading position in niche, high-barrier markets, which has historically supported healthy margins and consistent revenue growth. Its primary growth opportunity lies in capitalizing on long-term aerospace production cycles and the integration of specialized acquisitions. However, the company faces risks related to customer concentration, M&A execution, and macroeconomic cyclicality. The stock may best suit growth-oriented investors who understand the long-term nature of the industrial and aerospace sectors, while those seeking immediate dividend income may find it less suitable.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Strong fit | The company utilizes a consistent M&A strategy to drive revenue and earnings growth in niche industrial markets. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Stock performance is often tied to aerospace cycles and market-wide industrial trends rather than short-term price momentum. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | The premium valuation often assigned to the company reflects its high-quality engineering and market positioning. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | RBC does not currently pay a dividend, prioritizing capital reinvestment for growth instead. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | While the company has a stable business model, exposure to cyclical aerospace and industrial sectors introduces moderate volatility. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium | The stock can be sensitive to macroeconomic reports affecting the broader manufacturing and aerospace sectors. |
| Valuation risk | Medium / high | Investors often pay a premium for the company's quality, which can lead to valuation compression if growth targets are missed. |
| Competition risk (niche aerospace/industrial) | Medium | While niche, competitors like Timken and SKF have the scale to challenge RBC in specific product lines. |
| Business quality | Strong | The company maintains high engineering standards and strong relationships with major aerospace OEMs. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | Income-focused investors will not find this stock suitable as there is no dividend distribution. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Ongoing reliance on the successful integration of future acquisitions creates potential operational challenges. |
Price Behavior
Rolling Over
The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 17.9% | Avg. Invested days 47 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/25/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 16.02B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 49.96 | 1Y Target Price 630.67 |
Price to earnings Ratio 49.96 | 1Y Target Price 630.67 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 301.0K shares | Beta 1.4 | 52 Weeks Range 364.50 - 667.69 | Updated Date 09/25/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 364.50 - 667.69 | Updated Date 09/25/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 10.13 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Aerospace & Defense | Precision bearings, fasteners, and custom motion control components for aircraft and defense platforms. | This is the core profit driver, benefiting from long-term trends in global air travel and defense spending. |
| Industrial | Bearings for semiconductor equipment, mining, and heavy industrial machinery. | This segment provides cyclical balance to the business, tracking industrial production trends. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 49.96 | Forward PE 36.9 | Enterprise Value 16.59B | Price to Sales(TTM) 8.2 |
Enterprise Value 16.59B | Price to Sales(TTM) 8.2 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 8.49 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 28.03 | Shares Outstanding 31.66M | Shares Floating 29.32M |
Shares Outstanding 31.66M | Shares Floating 29.32M | ||
Percent Insiders 1.62 | Percent Institutions 102.12 |
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Financial Metrics
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Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
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)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About RBC Bearings Incorporated
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters Oxford, CT, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1987-03-27 | Chairman, President & CEO Dr. Michael J. Hartnett Ph.D. | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Tools & Accessories | Full time employees 5816 | Website https://www.rbcbearings.com |
Full time employees 5816 | Website https://www.rbcbearings.com | ||
RBC Bearings Incorporated manufactures and markets engineered precision bearings, components, and systems in the United States and internationally. It operates through two segments: Aerospace/Defense and Industrial. The company produces plain bearings with self-lubricating or metal-to-metal designs, including rod end bearings, spherical plain bearings, and journal bearings; roller bearings, such as tapered roller bearings, needle roller bearings, and needle bearing track rollers and cam followers, which are anti-friction products that are used in industrial applications and military aircraft platforms; and ball bearings that include high precision aerospace, airframe control, thin section, and industrial ball bearings that utilize high precision ball elements to reduce friction in high-speed applications. In addition, it offers mounted bearing products include mounted ball bearings, mounted roller bearings, and mounted plain bearings; and enclosed gearing product lines, including quantis gearmotor, torque arm, tigear, magnagear and maxum, and controlled start transmission. Further, the company's power transmission components include mechanical drive components, couplings, and conveyor components; engineered hydraulics and valves for aircraft and submarine applications, and aerospace and defense aftermarket services; fasteners; precision mechanical components, for use in various general industrial applications; and machine tool collets that are used for holding circulars or rod-like pieces. It serves commercial and defense aerospace,, construction, mining, forestry, energy, agricultural, food and beverage, metals and mining material handling, chemicals, oil and gas production, warehousing and logistics, semiconductor equipment, waste and water management, and rail and transportation applications through its direct sales force, and a network of industrial and aerospace distributors. The company was founded in 1919 and is based in Oxford, Connecticut.
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