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Dover Corporation (DOV) Stock

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Stock Details

Dover Corporation (DOV), a prominent company in the technology sector within the construction, mining & materials handling machinery & equip industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $188.94. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $142.63 and $221.08. This places the current price at 85.5% of its 52-week high and 32.5% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 96,095. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US2600031080.

Market Cap

$25.13B

52-Week High

$221.08

-14.54% from high

52-Week Low

$142.63

+32.47% from low

Avg Daily Volume

96,095

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

24.38

Near market average

Forward P/E

19.61

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

2.33

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

3.52

EV/EBITDA

14.95

EPS (TTM)

$7.52

Price to Sales

3.25

Beta

1.27

Similar volatility to market

How is DOV valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Dover Corporation trades at a P/E ratio of 24.38, which is near the market average of approximately 20, suggesting the market views it as fairly valued relative to its earnings. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 19.61 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 2.33 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is DOV's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 1.27, Dover Corporation is roughly as volatile as the market, moving in line with broad market trends. This moderate beta suggests the stock offers market-level returns without excessive volatility. The price-to-book ratio of 3.52 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

29.70%

Operating Margin

16.40%

Return on Equity

16.90%

Return on Assets

6.71%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

-0.90%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

-63.00%

How profitable and efficient is DOV's business model?
Dover Corporation achieves a profit margin of 29.70%, meaning it retains $29.70 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This is an impressive margin, indicating strong pricing power and efficient cost management that allows the company to generate substantial profits. The operating margin of 16.40% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 16.90% and ROA at 6.71%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are DOV's recent growth trends?
Dover Corporation's revenue declined by 0.90% year-over-year, indicating challenges in maintaining sales momentum. This contraction may reflect market headwinds, competitive pressures, or strategic transitions. Earnings decreased by 63.00% year-over-year, reflecting the bottom-line impact of business performance. These growth metrics should be evaluated against CONSTRUCTION, MINING & MATERIALS HANDLING MACHINERY & EQUIP industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$2.06

Dividend Yield

1.12%

Ex-Dividend Date

5/30/2025

Dividend Date

6/16/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from DOV?
Dover Corporation offers a dividend yield of 1.12%, paying $2.06 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 5/30/2025.
How reliable is DOV's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Dover Corporation pays $2.06 per share in dividends against earnings of $7.52 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 27.33%. This conservative payout below 30% indicates excellent dividend safety with substantial room for future increases. The company retains most earnings for growth while still rewarding shareholders. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 6/16/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

137.10M

Book Value/Share

$52.06

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is DOV's market capitalization and position?
Dover Corporation has a market capitalization of $25.13B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 137.10M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the CONSTRUCTION, MINING & MATERIALS HANDLING MACHINERY & EQUIP industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does DOV's price compare to its book value?
Dover Corporation's book value per share is $52.06, while the current stock price is $188.94, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 3.63. This high P/B ratio indicates significant intangible assets, strong brand value, or high growth expectations. Technology and consumer brand companies often trade at elevated P/B ratios due to intellectual property and competitive advantages not reflected on the balance sheet. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$201.81

6.81% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

2

Buy

9

Hold

9

Sell

0

Strong Sell

0

How reliable are analyst predictions for DOV?
20 analysts cover DOV with 55% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $201.81 implies 6.8% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on DOV?
Current analyst recommendations:2 Strong Buy, 9 Buy, 9 Hold, 00The bullish tilt suggests optimism about future prospects, though investors should conduct independent research.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Jul 1, 2025, 03:47 AM

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