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Timken Company (TKR)


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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/15/2025: TKR (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
1 Year Target Price $84.15
1 Year Target Price $84.15
6 | Strong Buy |
1 | Buy |
4 | Hold |
1 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 4.24% | Avg. Invested days 52 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 5.20B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 16.98 | 1Y Target Price 84.15 |
Price to earnings Ratio 16.98 | 1Y Target Price 84.15 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 12 | Beta 1.25 | 52 Weeks Range 55.67 - 85.94 | Updated Date 10/16/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 55.67 - 85.94 | Updated Date 10/16/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.84% | Basic EPS (TTM) 4.4 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
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Revenue by Geography
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Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 6.86% | Operating Margin (TTM) 12.92% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.14% | Return on Equity (TTM) 10.92% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 16.98 | Forward PE 11.88 | Enterprise Value 7189271873 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.15 |
Enterprise Value 7189271873 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.15 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.59 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.25 | Shares Outstanding 69643004 | Shares Floating 66591944 |
Shares Outstanding 69643004 | Shares Floating 66591944 | ||
Percent Insiders 8.57 | Percent Institutions 93.59 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Timken Company

Company Overview
History and Background
The Timken Company was founded in 1899 by Henry Timken. Initially focused on tapered roller bearings for carriages, it has evolved into a global leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion products.
Core Business Areas
- Engineered Bearings: Manufactures and sells bearings, seals, lubrication systems, and related products and services for various industries.
- Industrial Motion: Offers engineered clutches, brakes, gear drives, chain, belts, couplings, and linear motion products, plus related services to support power transmission applications.
Leadership and Structure
The company is led by a CEO and a board of directors. Organizational structure includes business segments (Engineered Bearings and Industrial Motion), functional departments (e.g., finance, sales, engineering), and regional teams.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Tapered Roller Bearings: Timken is the leading producer of tapered roller bearings globally. Market share is estimated at around 30%. Competitors include SKF (SKFB.ST) and NSK (6471.JP). Significant portion of revenue is derived from this product.
- Cylindrical Roller Bearings: These bearings are used in a wide range of industrial applications. Market share is estimated at around 15%. Competitors include SKF (SKFB.ST), Schaeffler (SHA.DE) and NSK (6471.JP).
- Ball Bearings: Timken produces ball bearings for various applications. Competitors include SKF (SKFB.ST), Schaeffler (SHA.DE) and NSK (6471.JP).
- Gear Drives and Gearboxes: Used in industrial machinery to increase or decrease torque. Competitors include Siemens (SIE.DE) and Regal Rexnord (RRX).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The industrial motion and bearing industry is influenced by global economic growth, industrial production, infrastructure development, and technological advancements like automation and electric vehicles. Increased focus on energy efficiency and sustainable technologies are further shaping the industry.
Positioning
Timken is a recognized leader in the bearing and industrial motion market, known for its engineering expertise, product quality, and global reach. Its competitive advantage lies in its differentiated product portfolio and application engineering capabilities.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global bearings market is estimated to be around $100 billion. The industrial motion market adds significantly to that. Timken is well-positioned to capture a significant portion of this TAM, particularly within its niche specializations.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand reputation
- Global distribution network
- Engineering expertise
- Diversified product portfolio
- Strong balance sheet
Weaknesses
- Sensitivity to economic cycles
- Dependence on specific industries (e.g., automotive, industrial)
- Higher labor costs compared to some competitors
Opportunities
- Growing demand for electric vehicle components
- Increasing adoption of automation in manufacturing
- Expansion into emerging markets
- Acquisitions to expand product portfolio
- Growth in renewable energy sector
Threats
- Increased competition from low-cost manufacturers
- Fluctuations in raw material prices
- Geopolitical risks and trade tensions
- Technological disruptions
- Economic downturns
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- SKF (SKFB.ST)
- Schaeffler (SHA.DE)
- NSK (6471.JP)
- Regal Rexnord (RRX)
Competitive Landscape
Timken benefits from its established brand, engineering capabilities, and global presence. However, it faces competition from larger players like SKF and regional players in specific markets.
Major Acquisitions
Cone Drive
- Year: 2018
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 305
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded its power transmission product portfolio.
Diamond Chain
- Year: 2019
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 113
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded its chain product lines and market presence.
Spinea, a.s.
- Year: 2023
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 240
- Strategic Rationale: Significantly complements Timkenu2019s precision motion control solutions.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Timken has demonstrated consistent growth over the past years, driven by acquisitions, organic expansion, and favorable market conditions.
Future Projections: Analysts anticipate continued growth, driven by increasing industrial production and demand for Timken's products and services. Growth rate is estimated to be in the mid-single digits.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include acquisitions to expand its product portfolio, investments in research and development, and expansion into new markets.
Summary
Timken is a strong player in the engineered bearings and industrial motion industry with a global presence. Its strengths lie in its brand reputation, engineering expertise, and diversified product portfolio. The company's sensitivity to economic cycles and competition are challenges. Strategic acquisitions and expansion into emerging markets offer growth opportunities for Timken, while increased competition will also need to be watched.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
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- Analyst Estimates
- Market Research Data
Disclaimers:
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About Timken Company
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters North Canton, OH, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1985-07-01 | CEO, President & Director Dr. Lucian Boldea Ph.D. | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Tools & Accessories | Full time employees 19000 | Website https://www.timken.com |
Full time employees 19000 | Website https://www.timken.com |
The Timken Company designs, manufactures, and sells engineered bearings and industrial motion products, and related services in the United States and internationally. The company operates in two segments, Engineered Bearings and Industrial Motion. The Engineered Bearings segment provides various bearing products, including tapered, spherical, and cylindrical roller bearings; plain bearings, metal-polymer bearings, and rod end bearings; radial, angular, and precision ball bearings; thrust and specialty ball bearings; journal bearings; and housed or mounted bearings. This segment serves wind energy, agriculture, construction, food and beverage, metals and mining, automotive and truck, aerospace, rail, and other industries under the Timken, GGB, and Fafnir brands. The Industrial Motion segment offers a portfolio of engineered products, such as industrial drives, automatic lubrication systems, linear motion products and systems, chains, belts, couplings, filtration systems, seals, and industrial clutches and brakes, as well as provides industrial drivetrain and bearing repairing services. This segment serves a range of industries comprising solar energy, automation, construction, agriculture and turf, passenger rail, marine, aerospace, packaging and logistics, medical, and others under the Philadelphia Gear, Cone Drive, Rollon, Nadella, Groeneveld, BEKA, Diamond, Drives, Timken Belts, Spinea, Des-Case, Lagersmit, Lovejoy, CGI, and PT Tech brands. The company was founded in 1899 and is headquartered in North Canton, Ohio.

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