ESCO Technologies Inc (ESE) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
ESCO Technologies Inc stock (ESE) is currently trading at $288.77. ESCO Technologies Inc PE ratio is 57.44. ESCO Technologies Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 6.12. Analyst consensus price target for ESE is $285.00. WallStSmart rates ESE as Underperform.
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- ESCO Technologies Inc financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- ESE Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- ESE analyst price target and Smart Rating
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ESE Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · ESCO Technologies Inc (ESE)
ESE trades 764% above its Graham fair value of $32.78, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
ESCO Technologies Inc (ESE) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in profit margin, institutional own.. Concerns around return on equity and operating margin. Mixed signals suggest waiting for clearer direction before acting.
ESCO Technologies Inc (ESE) Key Strengths (3)
Keeps $26 of every $100 in revenue as net profit
99.57% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability
ESCO Technologies Inc (ESE) Areas to Watch (7)
Earnings declining -10.00%, profits shrinking
Very thin margins with limited operational efficiency
Low profitability relative to shareholder equity
Premium valuation at 6.1x annual revenue
Premium pricing at 4.6x book value
Modest revenue growth at 8.80%
Growth is fairly priced, not cheap, not expensive
Supporting Valuation Data
ESCO Technologies Inc (ESE) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 48/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a D+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 3 register as strengths (avg 9.0/10) while 7 fall into concern territory (avg 3.3/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Profit Margin, Institutional Own., Market Cap. Profitability is solid with Profit Margin at 26.00%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are EPS Growth, Operating Margin, Return on Equity. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.67), Price/Sales (6.12), Price/Book (4.59) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 8.80%, EPS Growth at -10.00%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 8.91%, Operating Margin at 8.81%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether EPS Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 8.91% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 8.80% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a higher risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Fundamental challenges outweigh strengths at current levels. EPS Growth and Operating Margin are the primary drags. Consider waiting for meaningful improvement before committing capital.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
ESE Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
ESE's Price-to-Sales ratio of 6.12x trades 178% above its historical average of 2.2x (99th percentile), historically expensive. The current valuation is 0% below its historical high of 6.13x set in Mar 2026, and 461% above its historical low of 1.09x in May 2010.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for ESCO Technologies Inc (ESE) · TECHNOLOGY › SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS
The Big Picture
ESCO Technologies Inc is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 1.2B with 9% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 26.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.
Key Findings
Generating 61M in free cash flow and 69M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.
Debt-to-equity ratio of 0.12 indicates a conservative balance sheet with 104M in cash.
What to Watch Next
Valuation compression risk at a P/E of 57.4x. Any growth miss could trigger a sharp correction.
Sector dynamics: monitor SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact ESCO Technologies Inc.
Bottom Line
ESCO Technologies Inc is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 26.0% margins. The growth phase may be slowing, but strong cash generation and operational efficiency make it suitable for investors seeking reliability over excitement.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
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About ESCO Technologies Inc(ESE)
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TECHNOLOGY
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USA
ESCO Technologies Inc. produces and supplies products and systems designed for the industrial and commercial markets worldwide. The company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.