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General Description of Business Nordson is an innovative precision technology company that leverages a scalable growth framework to deliver top tier growth with leading margins and returns. We engineer, manufacture and market differentiated products and systems used for precision dispensing, applying and controlling of adhesives, coatings, polymers, sealants, biomaterials, and other fluids, to test and inspect for quality, and to treat and cure surfaces and various medical products such as: catheters, cannulas, medical balloons and medical tubing. These products are supported with extensive application expertise and direct global sales and service. We serve a wide variety of consumer non-durable, consumer durable and technology end markets including packaging, electronics, medical, appliances, energy, transportation, precision agriculture, building and construction, and general product assembly and finishing.
| Metric | TTM | FY2025 | FY2024 | FY2023 | FY2022 | FY2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 2.8B | 2.8B | 2.7B | 2.6B | 2.6B | 2.4B |
| Net Income | 523M | 484M | 467M | 487M | 513M | 454M |
| EPS | $9.24 | $8.51 | $8.11 | $8.46 | $8.81 | $7.74 |
| Free Cash Flow | 646M | 661M | 492M | 607M | 462M | 508M |
| ROIC | 12.1% | 11.3% | 10.5% | 12.6% | 17.9% | 20.2% |
| Gross Margin | 55.2% | 55.2% | 55.2% | 54.2% | 55.1% | 56.1% |
| Debt/Equity | 0.66 | 0.79 | 0.82 | 0.71 | 0.49 | 0.39 |
| Dividends/Share | $3.23 | $3.16 | $2.82 | $2.63 | $2.18 | $1.69 |
| Operating Income | 737M | 712M | 674M | 673M | 702M | 615M |
| Operating Margin | 25.9% | 25.5% | 25.1% | 25.6% | 27.1% | 26.0% |
| ROE | 16.8% | 16.2% | 15.9% | 18.8% | 22.4% | 21.0% |
| Shares Outstanding | 56M | 57M | 58M | 58M | 58M | 59M |
NORDSON CORP passes 6 of 9 quality checks, suggesting mixed fundamentals.
NORDSON CORP trades at 30.1x trailing earnings, compared to its 15-year median P/E of 24.9x, suggesting it is currently Fair relative to its historical range. On a free-cash-flow basis, the stock trades at 24.0x vs a median of 23.5x. The company's 5-year average ROIC is 14.5% with a gross margin of 55.2%. Total shareholder yield (dividends + buybacks) is 3.3%. At current prices, the estimated annualized return to fair value is +8.6%.
NORDSON CORP (NDSN) has a current P/E ratio of 30.1, compared to its historical median P/E of 24.9. The stock is currently considered Fair based on its historical valuation range.
NORDSON CORP (NDSN) has a 5-year average return on invested capital (ROIC) of 14.5%. This indicates solid capital allocation.
NORDSON CORP (NDSN) has a market capitalization of $15.5B. It is classified as a large-cap stock.
Yes, NORDSON CORP (NDSN) pays a dividend with a trailing twelve-month yield of 1.16%. The company also returns capital through share buybacks, with a buyback yield of 2.14%.
Based on historical P/E analysis, NORDSON CORP (NDSN) appears fair. The current P/E of 30.1 is 21% above its historical median of 24.9. The estimated fair value CAGR (P/E method) is 8.6%.
NORDSON CORP (NDSN) operates in the General Industrial Machinery & Equipment, Nec industry, within the Industrials sector.
NORDSON CORP (NDSN) reported annual revenue of $2.8 billion in its most recent fiscal year, based on SEC EDGAR filings.
NORDSON CORP (NDSN) has a net profit margin of 17.4%. This is a healthy margin.
NORDSON CORP (NDSN) generated $661 million in free cash flow in its most recent fiscal year. Positive free cash flow supports dividends, buybacks, and debt reduction.
NORDSON CORP (NDSN) has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.79. This indicates moderate leverage.
NORDSON CORP (NDSN) reported earnings per share (EPS) of $8.51 in its most recent fiscal year.
NORDSON CORP (NDSN) has a return on equity (ROE) of 16.2%. This indicates the company generates strong returns for shareholders.
NORDSON CORP (NDSN) has a 5-year average gross margin of 55.2%. This high margin suggests strong pricing power and a potential competitive moat.
The Ledger Terminal provides 18 years of financial data for NORDSON CORP (NDSN), sourced directly from SEC EDGAR filings. This includes income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and key financial ratios.
NORDSON CORP (NDSN) has a book value per share of $53.46, based on its most recent annual SEC filing.