Donaldson Company, Inc. DCI

87.41 0.81 0.94% as of 25 Sep
Market cap
$10.0B
P/E
22.4×
Growth Flags show if company had growth for consecutive years

Insider Decisions

Total sells 8.58
in millions of $
Nov 25 Feb 26 May 26 Aug 26
Buy — — — — — — — — — — — —
Sell — — 2 — — 1 1 — — — 1 1
Insider Ownership 0.66%

Capital & Financial Ratios

Market Cap 10,040.00
Revenue 3,885.60
Net Income 453.80
Free Cash Flow 436.80
Net Debt 1,029.60
Current Ratio 2.08
Debt/Equity 0.73
P/E ratio 22.36
P/S ratio 2.61
P/B ratio 5.98
Past 5Y EPS Growth 10.49%
This Y EPS Growth 8.71%
Next Y EPS Growth 11.59%
Next 5Y EPS Growth 9.95%
in millions of $

Dividends

Payout Ratio 0.32
Annual Dividend Rate 1.00
Annual Dividend Yield 1.49%
total individual payouts
2028 Powerpack
2027 Powerpack
2026 1.20
0.30
0.32
0.32
2025 1.17
0.27
0.30
0.30
0.30
2024 1.06
0.25
0.27
0.27
0.27
2023 0.98
0.23
0.25
0.25
0.25
2022 0.91
0.22
0.23
0.23
0.23
2021 0.87
0.21
0.22
0.22
0.22
2020 0.84
0.21
0.21
0.21
0.21
2019 0.82
0.19
0.21
0.21
0.21
2018 0.75
0.18
0.19
0.19
0.19
2017 0.71
0.18
0.18
0.18
0.18
2016 0.70
0.17
0.18
0.18
0.18
predictions in italic, special payouts not included in total or ratios

Assets vs Liabilities

2023 2024 2025 2026
Cash 187 233 180 250
Receivables 600 630 662 758
Inventory 418 477 514 539
Other — — — —
1,286 1,438 1,462 1,670
2023 2024 2025 2026
Payables 305 379 369 379
ST’ Debt 125 25 7 —
Other 85 166 163 208
756 783 757 804
in millions of $

Compound Annual Growth

10y 5y 3y
Sales 5.76% 6.37% 4.24%
Cash Flow 5.42% 4.20% (3.21%)
Earnings 9.05% 9.60% 8.14%
Book Value 8.63% 9.18% 10.14%

Revenue

Oct Jan Apr Jul Year
’26 — — — — —
’26 935 896 995 1,059 3,886
’25 900 870 940 981 3,691
’24 846 877 928 935 3,586
’23 847 828 876 880 3,431
’22 761 803 853 890 3,307
’21 637 679 765 773 2,854
in millions of $ · fiscal quarters ending in the months shown

Operating Cash Flow

Oct Jan Apr Jul Year
’26 — — — — —
’26 125 33 135 200 494
’25 73 90 88 168 419
’24 138 87 142 126 493
’23 118 102 133 191 545
’22 43 37 64 109 253
’21 129 73 103 96 402
in millions of $ · fiscal quarters ending in the months shown

Free Cash Flow

Oct Jan Apr Jul Year
’26 — — — — —
’26 122 18 112 185 437
’25 48 72 73 150 342
’24 115 66 120 107 408
’23 90 73 98 166 426
’22 25 22 41 81 168
’21 110 62 94 78 344
in millions of $ · fiscal quarters ending in the months shown

EPS

Oct Jan Apr Jul Year
’26 — — — — —
’26 0.97 0.78 1.00 1.10 3.85
’25 0.81 0.79 0.48 0.97 3.05
’24 0.75 0.81 0.92 0.90 3.38
’23 0.70 0.70 0.76 0.75 2.90
’22 0.61 0.57 0.67 0.81 2.66
’21 0.48 0.44 0.66 0.66 2.24
fiscal quarters ending in the months shown

Target Price Range

Analyst price targets

Recommendation Rating

2.8
1Buy 2 3Hold 4 5Sell
2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
41.28 40.27 41.56 31.08 54.76 46.00 57.05 61.79 57.45 79.61

Analyst estimates 2027–2029

Powerpack
Low Price
50.10 59.43 58.32 58.18 69.35 61.94 66.96 78.95 95.00 112.84
High Price
13,200 14,000 14,100 12,400 13,100 14,000 13,000 14,000 15,000 —
Employees
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Revenue/Emp
2,372 2,734 2,845 2,582 2,854 3,307 3,431 3,586 3,691 3,886
Revenue
34.61% 34.23% 33.33% 33.76% 34.05% 32.28% 33.83% 35.54% 34.85% 34.64%
Gross Margin
322 364 375 335 381 438 469 535 492 586
EBT
13.58% 13.30% 13.19% 12.98% 13.35% 13.26% 13.66% 14.93% 13.34% 15.08%
EBT Margin
233 180 267 257 287 333 359 414 367 454
Net Income
75 77 81 88 95 94 92 98 162 106
Depreciation
17.89 20.98 22.17 20.35 22.58 26.73 28.17 29.71 31.09 33.55
Revenue/Sh
1.76 1.38 2.08 2.03 2.27 2.69 2.95 3.43 3.09 3.92
Earnings/Sh
2.40 2.02 2.70 3.05 3.18 2.04 4.47 4.08 3.53 4.26
Cash Flow/Sh
(0.48) (0.74) (1.17) (0.96) (0.46) (0.69) (0.97) (0.70) (0.65) (0.49)
Capex/Sh
1.92 1.28 1.52 2.09 2.72 1.36 3.50 3.38 2.88 3.77
Free CF/Sh
6.44 6.58 6.96 7.82 9.00 9.16 10.84 12.34 12.25 15.24
Book Value/Sh
133 130 128 127 126 124 122 121 119 116
Shares
27.14 34.07 24.01 23.81 29.31 20.43 21.30 21.81 23.22 24.10
PE Ratio
2.65 2.27 2.25 2.38 2.95 2.06 2.23 2.52 2.31 2.81
PS Ratio
7.37 7.25 7.18 6.18 7.40 6.00 5.79 6.06 5.88 6.45
PB Ratio
2.77 2.39 2.41 2.53 3.05 2.20 2.36 2.60 2.44 3.08
EV/Sales
25.86 39.07 35.14 24.64 25.37 43.35 18.97 22.83 26.31 27.40
EV/FCF
318 263 346 387 402 253 545 493 419 494
Op' Cash Flow
(63) (96) (150) (122) (58) (85) (118) (85) (77) (57)
Capex
254 167 195 265 344 168 426 408 342 437
FCF
667 656 640 690 637 777 530 656 705 866
Working Cap'
588 515 635 623 528 664 622 508 637 1,280
Total Debt
280 310 457 387 305 471 435 276 457 1,030
Net Debt
855 858 893 993 1,137 1,133 1,321 1,489 1,454 1,764
Sh' Equity
12.36% 9.11% 12.97% 11.72% 12.35% 13.31% 13.36% 14.57% 12.46% 13.03%
ROA
17.84% 20.17% 17.98% 15.41% 16.67% 17.28% 17.10% 19.27% 16.21% 13.42%
ROIC
28.64% 21.06% 30.53% 27.26% 26.94% 29.32% 29.24% 29.47% 24.94% 0.00%
ROE
predictions in italic, sparklines do not include predictions

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Donaldson Company, Inc. (DCI) key facts

  • Donaldson Company, Inc. (DCI) is a Specialty Industrial Machinery company in the Industrials sector, listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
  • Donaldson Company, Inc.’s revenue for fiscal 2026 (year ended July 2026) was $3.9 billion, up 5.28% from fiscal 2025.
  • Net income was $453.8 million, or $3.92 per share (basic), a net margin of 11.7%.
  • As of September 25, 2026, DCI traded at $87.41, a market capitalization of $10.0 billion.
  • At that price the stock trades at 22.4× trailing-twelve-month earnings and 2.6× sales.
  • Donaldson Company, Inc. pays an annual dividend of $1.00 per share, a yield of 1.49%, with a payout ratio of 32.4%.
  • Return on equity was 0.00% and debt-to-equity 0.73.

Source: company filings (standardised) and stockrow calculations.

Donaldson Company, Inc. (DCI) Latest News

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25 Sep

3

Shares have fallen about 6.3% in the last month, underperforming the S&P 500. Donaldson reported Q4 fiscal 2026 results: adjusted EPS of $1.15, up 11.7% and above the $1.12 estimate. Revenue was $1.06B, up 8.0% and ahead of consensus. U.S./Canada sales rose 8.4%; Europe, the Middle East & Africa 6.9%; Latin America 7.2%; Asia Pacific 9.3%. Mobile Solutions, 60% of net sales, was $634.9M, up 7.9%; Off-Road flat; On-Road +8.7%; Aftermarket +9.4%. Industrial Solutions $333.5M, +7.7%; Aerospace/Defense +61% due to Facet; Life Sciences $90.4M, +9.7%. Gross margin 36.3% (+180 bps); operating profit $176.6M (+16.4%); adj. operating margin 17.5%. Cash $250.4M; debt $1.28B; free cash flow $185.2M. Fiscal 2027 guide: EPS $4.22-$4.38, sales +5.5-9.5%. Q4 beat and stronger 2027 guidance offer upside potential, but negative revisions and a recent share decline temper near-term outlook.

28 Aug

4

Donaldson Company posted a billion-dollar quarter but faces higher future costs from strategic bets that could weigh on performance. Upcoming costly strategic bets represent major moves likely to alter Donaldson's trajectory and investor sentiment.

27 Aug

4

DCI Q2 results feature acquisition momentum, segment growth, and margin expansion that shape the company's outlook. Acquisitions, segment growth, and margin expansion represent major strategic moves likely to alter DCI trajectory and investor views.

26 Aug

4 transcript

Donaldson Co Inc posted record sales and EPS for Q4 2026, supporting an optimistic outlook. Record sales and EPS in Q4 2026 indicate strong results likely to lift future performance and investor sentiment.

4

Donaldson upgraded its 2027 EPS guidance and margin outlook, which is expected to strengthen investor sentiment and support higher valuation for DCI shares. Upgraded multi-year EPS targets and margins point to materially better profitability and cash flow trajectory.

4

Donaldson Company, Inc. reported record fourth quarter and full-year 2026 sales and earnings. Record sales and earnings demonstrate robust growth likely to boost investor sentiment and company trajectory.

3 transcript

Donaldson Company, Inc. (DCI) released its Q4 2026 earnings call transcript covering financial results, segment performance, and management outlook. Quarterly earnings details and guidance can shift near-term stock sentiment and valuation multiples but rarely alter long-term strategy.

3 transcript

Donaldson Company reported Q4 2026 earnings results and outlook during its earnings call, covering financial performance, segment results, and forward guidance. Quarterly earnings data and guidance typically influence near-term stock sentiment without altering long-term strategy.

3 transcript

Donaldson Company, Inc. released Q4 earnings call highlights covering financial results, operational updates and outlook. Quarterly earnings updates supply performance data that can shift near-term investor sentiment and valuation.

3

Donaldson (DCI) reported Q4 earnings with key metrics compared to analyst estimates. Q4 earnings metrics versus estimates can shape short-term investor sentiment on DCI without major strategic shifts.

3

Donaldson (DCI) beat Q4 earnings and revenue estimates. Quarterly earnings beat typically lifts near-term stock price and sentiment.

24 Aug

3

Donaldson (DCI) prepares to report Q2 earnings with analyst forecasts centered on revenue, margins, and guidance. Q2 earnings expectations can moderately shape near-term investor sentiment and stock valuation.

21 Aug

3

Donaldson Company exhibits strong prospects despite persisting headwinds, indicating resilience in operations and market position amid ongoing challenges. Strong prospects offset by headwinds point to moderate influence on financial performance and positioning.

15 Jun

3

Stifel lowers Donaldson (DCI) price target after company tightens organic growth guidance. Analyst target cut on tightened growth outlook signals weaker prospects and may pressure near-term stock performance.

3 Jun

3

Donaldson Company, Inc. held its Q3 2026 earnings call and summarized financial results along with operational and strategic updates. Quarterly earnings details can affect near-term investor sentiment on financial performance but rarely trigger major long-term trajectory changes.

3

Donaldson Company, Inc. posted Q1 margin gains driven by aftermarket strength and cost reduction efforts. Q1 aftermarket gains and cost cuts produced noticeable but not transformative margin improvement.

3

DCI Q3 earnings call emphasized margin recovery and progress on Facet deal. Margin recovery signals improving profitability while Facet deal adds strategic growth potential.

2 Jun

4 transcript

Donaldson Co Inc posted record Q3 2026 sales with strategic wins despite market pressures. Record sales and strategic wins signal major positive shifts in financial performance and competitive positioning.

3 transcript

Donaldson Company reported Q3 results with updates on revenue, margins, segment performance, and forward guidance. Quarterly earnings figures and guidance can moderately shift near-term valuation and sentiment without altering long-term strategy.

3 transcript

Donaldson (DCI) Q3 2026 earnings transcript covers quarterly financial results, segment performance, and management commentary on operations and outlook. Quarterly earnings data and guidance supply updated financial metrics that typically move near-term investor views and valuation.

3

Donaldson Company reported Q3 earnings and provided analysis of key operating metrics. Quarterly earnings and metrics disclosure typically produces moderate short-term effects on valuation and sentiment.

3

Donaldson Company, Inc. (DCI) reported Q3 earnings and revenues that exceeded analyst estimates. Q3 earnings and revenue beats provide moderate positive signal for near-term sentiment without indicating major operational or strategic shifts.

3

Donaldson Company shares rose after third-quarter results topped expectations. Third-quarter earnings beat drove share price gains with moderate future implications.

3

Donaldson (NYSE:DCI) posted Q1 CY2026 sales above expectations. Q1 sales beat may lift near-term investor sentiment and share price.

3

Donaldson Company, Inc. reported record third quarter fiscal 2026 sales and earnings. Record quarterly results typically lift short-term investor sentiment and valuation without altering long-term trajectory.

4 May

4

Donaldson Company, Inc. (DCI) highlighted margin reset, FY26 targets, and Facet deal at Oppenheimer Conference. Margin reset, FY26 targets, and Facet deal indicate major strategic moves poised to significantly alter trajectory and investor sentiment.

4

Donaldson Company, Inc. (DCI) completed its acquisition of Facet Filtration, expanding its filtration product portfolio and market reach in aerospace and industrial sectors. Acquisition completion represents a major strategic expansion bolstering Donaldson's competitive position and growth prospects in filtration markets.

2 May

4

Donaldson Company (DCI) Q4 earnings prompt analyst debate on buy, sell, or hold amid evaluation of financial results, guidance, and market outlook. Q4 earnings directly shape DCI's near-term stock performance, investor sentiment, and strategic trajectory.

1 May

3

Donaldson Company, Inc. benefits from robust business strength despite facing headwinds. Business strength counters headwinds, providing moderate positive influence on financial performance.

6 Apr

4

Donaldson Company, Inc. (DCI) reports record sales and closes its largest-ever Facet deal, potentially altering the bull case for the stock amid strong performance indicators. Record sales combined with the largest-ever Facet deal indicate major financial strength and strategic growth for DCI.

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