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Nordson Corporation (NDSN) Stock

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Stock Details

Nordson Corporation (NDSN), a prominent company in the technology sector within the general industrial machinery & equipment, nec industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NASDAQ.Currently, the stock is trading at $219.64. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $164.43 and $263.91. This places the current price at 83.2% of its 52-week high and 33.6% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 2,366. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US6556641008.

Market Cap

$12.16B

52-Week High

$263.91

-16.77% from high

52-Week Low

$164.43

+33.58% from low

Avg Daily Volume

2,366

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

27.61

Above market average

Forward P/E

21.79

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

1.97

Reasonably valued

Price to Book

4.11

EV/EBITDA

17.98

EPS (TTM)

$7.79

Price to Sales

4.50

Beta

0.90

Less volatile than market

How is NDSN valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Nordson Corporation trades at a P/E ratio of 27.61, 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 21.79 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 1.97 indicates reasonable value when growth is considered.
What is NDSN's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 0.90, Nordson Corporation is less volatile than the overall market. This means when the market moves up or down by 10%, this stock typically moves less than 10% in the same direction. Lower beta stocks are often preferred by conservative investors seeking stability. The price-to-book ratio of 4.11 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

16.50%

Operating Margin

24.90%

Return on Equity

15.50%

Return on Assets

7.37%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

5.00%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

-3.90%

How profitable and efficient is NDSN's business model?
Nordson Corporation achieves a profit margin of 16.50%, meaning it retains $16.50 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 24.90% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 15.50% and ROA at 7.37%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are NDSN's recent growth trends?
Nordson Corporation's revenue grew by 5.00% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings decreased by 3.90% year-over-year, reflecting the bottom-line impact of business performance. These growth metrics should be evaluated against GENERAL INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT, NEC industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$3.02

Dividend Yield

1.45%

Ex-Dividend Date

6/18/2025

Dividend Date

7/3/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from NDSN?
Nordson Corporation offers a dividend yield of 1.45%, paying $3.02 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 6/18/2025.
How reliable is NDSN's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Nordson Corporation pays $3.02 per share in dividends against earnings of $7.79 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 38.77%. This balanced payout between 30-60% suggests a sustainable dividend policy that allows both shareholder returns and business reinvestment. The dividend appears well-covered by earnings. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 7/3/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

56.51M

Book Value/Share

$52.39

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is NDSN's market capitalization and position?
Nordson Corporation has a market capitalization of $12.16B, 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 56.51M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the GENERAL INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT, NEC industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does NDSN's price compare to its book value?
Nordson Corporation's book value per share is $52.39, while the current stock price is $219.64, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 4.19. 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

$248.57

13.17% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

2

Buy

5

Hold

3

Sell

0

Strong Sell

0

How reliable are analyst predictions for NDSN?
10 analysts cover NDSN with 70% 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 $248.57 implies 13.2% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on NDSN?
Current analyst recommendations:2 Strong Buy, 5 Buy, 3 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, 02:01 AM

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