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Fortive Corporation (FTV) Stock

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Stock Details

Fortive Corporation (FTV), a prominent company in the life sciences sector within the industrial instruments for measurement, display, and control industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $51.91. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $45.42 and $62.61. This places the current price at 82.9% of its 52-week high and 14.3% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 33,047. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US34959J1088.

Market Cap

$24.34B

52-Week High

$62.61

-17.09% from high

52-Week Low

$45.42

+14.29% from low

Avg Daily Volume

33,047

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

31.40

Above market average

Forward P/E

18.59

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

1.04

Reasonably valued

Price to Book

2.38

EV/EBITDA

16.86

EPS (TTM)

$2.28

Price to Sales

3.94

Beta

1.16

Similar volatility to market

How is FTV valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Fortive Corporation trades at a P/E ratio of 31.40, which is above the market average of approximately 20. This premium valuation suggests investors expect above-average growth or the company has competitive advantages justifying the higher multiple. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 18.59 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 1.04 indicates reasonable value when growth is considered.
What is FTV's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 1.16, Fortive 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 2.38 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

12.90%

Operating Margin

15.90%

Return on Equity

7.70%

Return on Assets

4.10%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

-3.30%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

-13.80%

How profitable and efficient is FTV's business model?
Fortive Corporation achieves a profit margin of 12.90%, meaning it retains $12.90 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This represents a solid margin typical of well-run businesses, showing the company can effectively balance revenue generation with cost control. The operating margin of 15.90% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 7.70% and ROA at 4.10%, the company achieves moderate returns on invested capital.
What are FTV's recent growth trends?
Fortive Corporation's revenue declined by 3.30% year-over-year, indicating challenges in maintaining sales momentum. This contraction may reflect market headwinds, competitive pressures, or strategic transitions. Earnings decreased by 13.80% year-over-year, reflecting the bottom-line impact of business performance. These growth metrics should be evaluated against INDUSTRIAL INSTRUMENTS FOR MEASUREMENT, DISPLAY, AND CONTROL industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$0.24

Dividend Yield

0.45%

Ex-Dividend Date

5/30/2025

Dividend Date

6/27/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from FTV?
Fortive Corporation offers a dividend yield of 0.45%, paying $0.24 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 FTV's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Fortive Corporation pays $0.24 per share in dividends against earnings of $2.28 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 10.53%. 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 6/27/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

339.88M

Book Value/Share

$30.12

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is FTV's market capitalization and position?
Fortive Corporation has a market capitalization of $24.34B, 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 339.88M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the INDUSTRIAL INSTRUMENTS FOR MEASUREMENT, DISPLAY, AND CONTROL industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does FTV's price compare to its book value?
Fortive Corporation's book value per share is $30.12, while the current stock price is $51.91, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 1.72. This reasonable premium to book value suggests the market values the company's earnings power and intangible assets appropriately. Most profitable companies trade between 1-3x book value. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$83.41

60.68% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

5

Buy

6

Hold

9

Sell

0

Strong Sell

0

How reliable are analyst predictions for FTV?
20 analysts cover FTV 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 $83.41 implies 60.7% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on FTV?
Current analyst recommendations:5 Strong Buy, 6 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, 02:29 AM

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