AME
NYSE · Electrical Equipment
Ametek Inc
$215.33
-1.65 (-0.76%)
Performance
1D
—
1W
—
1M
—
3M
+3.30%
6M
+15.23%
1Y
+21.72%
YTD
+2.96%
Open$219.36
Previous Close$216.98
Day High$220.71
Day Low$215.10
52W High$239.94
52W Low$145.02
Volume—
Avg Volume1.22M
Market Cap53.29B
P/E Ratio36.01
EPS$6.40
SectorElectrical Equipment
Technical Indicators
Full analysis →
SMA 50
$215.81
Below
SMA 200
$192.45
Above
RSI (14)
59.8
Neutral
Trend
Golden Cross
Bullish
Analyst Ratings
Buy
24 analysts
Price Target
+15.2% upside
Current
$215.33
$215.33
Target
$248.01
$248.01
$162.60
$248.01 avg
$349.72
Key Financials
| FY 2026 | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 7.33B | 6.89B | 15.20B |
| Net Income | 1.47B | 1.24B | 2.29B |
| Profit Margin | 20.0% | 19.0% | 15.1% |
| EBITDA | 1.86B | 1.66B | 3.31B |
| Free Cash Flow | — | — | 2.08B |
| Rev Growth | +6.4% | +6.4% | +6.4% |
| Debt/Equity | 0.21 | 0.21 | 0.13 |
Dividend
Dividend Yield0.58%
Annual Dividend$1.12
Payout Ratio18.8%
Frequencyquarterly
Ex-DividendMar 9, 2026
Pay DateMar 29, 2026
About Ametek Inc
AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices headquartered in Berwyn, Pennsylvania. The company operates through two segments: Electronic Instruments Group and Electromechanical Group, producing highly engineered products for process, aerospace, power, and industrial markets. AMETEK's diversified portfolio includes precision instruments, power conversion equipment, specialty motors, and thermal management systems. The company serves a broad range of industries including aerospace and defense, oil and gas, medical, and advanced manufacturing, and has grown significantly through a disciplined strategy of targeted bolt-on acquisitions.
Electrical Equipment Peers
| Symbol | Name | Price | Change | P/E | Mkt Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEV | Ge Vernova Inc | $923.69 | +1.57% | 48.4 | 236.48B |
| APH | Amphenol Corp-Cl A | $128.73 | +0.60% | 36.5 | 155.82B |
| ETN | Eaton Corp Plc | $375.00 | +0.24% | 33.8 | 138.11B |
| GLW | Corning Inc | $146.35 | +3.06% | 68.2 | 108.80B |
| EMR | Emerson Electric Co | $130.86 | +0.55% | 33.8 | 78.19B |
| VRT | Vertiv Holdings Co-A | $276.16 | +1.95% | 70.6 | 94.04B |
AME Frequently Asked Questions
What does AMETEK do?
AMETEK manufactures precision instruments and electromechanical devices used in test and measurement, aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial automation applications. Rather than producing commodity equipment, the company focuses on highly engineered niche products — instruments that measure flow, pressure, and temperature in critical industrial processes, electronic systems for military aircraft, and precision motors for medical devices. Revenue is split between its Electronic Instruments Group and Electromechanical Group. The company builds this portfolio largely through acquisitions of smaller, high-margin niche manufacturers.
Is AME stock a good investment?
AMETEK has delivered decades of consistent revenue and earnings per share growth, primarily through a disciplined acquisition strategy that targets companies with high margins, proprietary technology, and defensible market positions in niches large enough to matter but small enough to avoid intense competition. The company's organic growth is supplemented by synergistic acquisitions integrated with better operational discipline than prior owners achieved. Valuation is typically premium, reflecting the consistency of execution. The risk is that the acquisition pipeline dries up or that deal prices become too competitive.
Who are AMETEK's main competitors?
Danaher Corporation operates a similar acquisition-focused model in precision instruments and life sciences, and is often cited as the benchmark for AMETEK's operating approach. Roper Technologies employs the same acquisition strategy targeting asset-light, niche software and instrumentation businesses. Fortive (a Danaher spinoff) competes in industrial technology and professional instrumentation. Mettler-Toledo competes in precision weighing and analytical instruments. Keysight Technologies competes in test and measurement applications.
Does AMETEK pay dividends?
AMETEK pays a quarterly dividend that it has maintained and grown over time, though the yield is minimal — the company's investment thesis is built on capital appreciation through compounding acquisitions rather than income distribution. Management reinvests the bulk of free cash flow into acquisitions that generate higher returns than buybacks or dividends at current stock prices. The dividend consistency signals financial health, but investors who hold AMETEK for income are in the wrong place — the story is entirely about compounding earnings per share growth.
What is the current share price of AME?
AME is currently trading at $215.33, down 0.76% in today's session. Over the past 52 weeks, the stock has traded between a low of $145.02 and a high of $239.94. The current price represents 74% of its 52-week range, which helps investors gauge where the stock sits relative to its recent trading history.
Is AME rated a buy or sell by analysts?
Among 24 analysts covering AME, the consensus rating is Buy — 17 rate it a buy, 7 hold, and 0 sell. The average price target sits at $248.01, implying 15% upside from the current price. Keep in mind that analyst targets reflect 12-month expectations and can shift quickly after earnings reports or major company events.
What are Ametek Inc's earnings?
Ametek Inc generated $7.33B in revenue during fiscal year 2026, with $1.47B reaching the bottom line as net income. The net profit margin of 20.0% is solid for its sector.
How is AME valued compared to earnings?
AME trades at a P/E ratio of 36.01 on trailing earnings of $6.40 per share. That's above the S&P 500 historical average, suggesting the market expects above-average earnings growth ahead. Comparing this multiple against Electrical Equipment sector peers gives better context than the broad market alone, since P/E norms vary significantly across industries.
What is AME's return over the past year?
Performance varies across timeframes, reflecting shifting market conditions. Returns by timeframe: +3.30% (3M), +15.23% (6M), +21.72% (1Y), +2.96% (YTD). Comparing these figures against the S&P 500 and sector benchmarks helps determine whether AME is outperforming or lagging the broader market.