Ametek (AME) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
AME - Ametek, Inc.
$250.28
2.92 (1.18%)
▲
5d:
+1.4%
30d:
+1.98%
90d:
+3.79%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 03, 2026
11d
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: AME shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.0% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: AME shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.0% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
AME is flagged by 1 backtest-validated scanner today
SPY Bullish (stocks from this scanner have beaten SPY by a median 0.37% over the next 20 trading days; AME has been on it 1 day). Backtested on 8 months of scanner history vs the S&P 500, as of 2026-10-21.
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Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$366.43
Based on 9.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$227.53
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: AME is currently trading at $250.28, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $239.07 to $251.83. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 26.2) is in line with its historical norms (26.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in -0.0% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, AME is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $252.95. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: AME scores 65/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $282.06 (+12.7%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, AME is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $252.95. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: AME scores 65/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $282.06 (+12.7%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$239.07 -
$251.83
Company Quality Score
61/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
81.9%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (65/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($282.06)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in -0.0% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 65/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$239.07 -
$251.83
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$242.06
Resistance Level
$252.95
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
26.20
Wall Street Target
$282.06
(+12.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
15.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
14.2%
Profit Margin
20.0%
PE vs Historical
26.2 vs 26.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$250.28
(0%)
2-Year Target
$250.28
(0%)
3-Year Target
$250.28
(0%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 26→26)
PE COMPRESSION
$250.25
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 26.2, Growth: 14.0%)
$370.95
(+48%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 14.0%)
$281.15
(+12%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.9, Growth: 14.0%)
$238.98
(-5%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (36x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (26x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 36.16 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.84
Bull Case
$379.96
(+52%)
Analyst growth 39.6%, PE expands to 39.8
Base Case
$345.41
(+38%)
Market implied 39.6%, PE stable at 36.2
Bear Case
$168.20
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 30.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Last updated: October 21, 2026 11:21 PM ET
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