Eastern Company (The) EML
- Market cap
- $148.0M
- P/E
- 18.3×
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Free account| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | |
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| 15.01 | 18.85 | 21.67 | 20.70 | 15.28 | 22.23 | 17.10 | 15.30 | 20.50 | 18.49 |
Analyst estimates 2026–2028 Powerpack |
Low Price
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| 21.50 | 31.50 | 31.00 | 31.97 | 31.87 | 33.96 | 28.32 | 26.04 | 35.78 | 29.55 |
High Price
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| 862 | 1,189 | 1,327 | 1,399 | 1,323 | 1,191 | 1,191 | 1,199 | 1,246 | 1,246 |
Employees
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| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Revenue/Emp
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| 138 | 204 | 234 | 252 | 198 | 247 | 279 | 259 | 273 | 249 |
Revenue
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| 26.41% | 24.41% | 25.07% | 24.57% | 24.33% | 23.03% | 20.99% | 23.86% | 24.66% | 22.88% |
Gross Margin
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| 11 | 11 | 18 | 16 | 13 | 19 | 14 | 15 | 17 | 7 |
EBT
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| 8.16% | 5.61% | 7.51% | 6.44% | 6.69% | 7.74% | 5.16% | 5.83% | 6.26% | 3.01% |
EBT Margin
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| 8 | 5 | 15 | 13 | 5 | 9 | 12 | 9 | (9) | 7 |
Net Income
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| 4 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 12 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
Depreciation
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| 22.01 | 32.63 | 37.44 | 40.38 | 31.68 | 39.37 | 44.87 | 41.54 | 43.94 | 40.87 |
Revenue/Sh
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| 1.25 | 0.81 | 2.32 | 2.13 | 0.87 | 1.49 | 1.98 | 1.38 | (1.37) | 1.17 |
Earnings/Sh
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| 1.99 | 1.79 | 2.06 | 3.68 | 2.33 | (1.24) | 1.20 | 4.10 | 3.12 | 1.46 |
Cash Flow/Sh
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| (0.46) | (0.43) | (0.86) | (0.73) | (0.30) | (0.28) | (0.19) | (0.89) | (1.20) | (0.64) |
Capex/Sh
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| 1.53 | 1.35 | 1.19 | 2.95 | 2.03 | (1.52) | 1.01 | 3.21 | 1.93 | 0.81 |
Free CF/Sh
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| 13.19 | 13.89 | 15.48 | 16.91 | 16.72 | 18.30 | 20.34 | 21.26 | 19.44 | 20.46 |
Book Value/Sh
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| 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
Shares
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| 16.38 | 33.00 | 10.47 | 14.33 | 27.70 | 14.01 | 10.16 | 15.77 | 0.00 | 16.83 |
PE Ratio
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| 0.92 | 0.81 | 0.65 | 0.76 | 0.76 | 0.64 | 0.44 | 0.52 | 0.60 | 0.48 |
PS Ratio
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| 1.53 | 1.90 | 1.56 | 1.81 | 1.44 | 1.37 | 0.97 | 1.02 | 1.37 | 0.96 |
PB Ratio
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| 0.76 | 0.87 | 0.71 | 1.08 | 1.13 | 0.90 | 0.63 | 0.66 | 0.71 | 0.62 |
EV/Sales
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| 10.99 | 21.06 | 22.24 | 14.75 | 17.65 | (23.39) | 28.31 | 8.56 | 16.23 | 31.09 |
EV/FCF
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| 12 | 11 | 13 | 23 | 15 | (8) | 7 | 26 | 19 | 9 |
Op' Cash Flow
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| (3) | (3) | (5) | (5) | (2) | (2) | (1) | (6) | (7) | (4) |
Capex
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| 10 | 8 | 7 | 18 | 13 | (9) | 6 | 20 | 12 | 5 |
FCF
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| 65 | 69 | 71 | 81 | 71 | 74 | 78 | 70 | 71 | 72 |
Working Cap'
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| 2 | 35 | 29 | 99 | 89 | 71 | 64 | 45 | 45 | 37 |
Total Debt
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| (21) | 13 | 15 | 81 | 73 | 65 | 54 | 36 | 29 | 30 |
Net Debt
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| 82 | 87 | 97 | 105 | 104 | 115 | 127 | 132 | 121 | 125 |
Sh' Equity
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| 6.33% | 3.36% | 8.11% | 5.74% | 1.94% | 3.45% | 4.66% | 3.34% | (3.50%) | 3.16% |
ROA
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| 11.31% | 7.56% | 10.00% | 5.86% | 4.75% | 6.07% | 4.90% | 6.33% | 8.40% | 4.33% |
ROIC
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| 9.62% | 5.96% | 15.78% | 13.11% | 5.15% | 8.54% | 10.20% | 6.63% | (6.74%) | 5.81% |
ROE
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|---|---|---|---|
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Eastern Company (The) (EML) key facts
- Eastern Company (The) (EML) is a Tools & Accessories company in the Industrials sector, listed on Nasdaq.
- Eastern Company (The)’s revenue for fiscal 2025 (year ended December 2025) was $249.0 million, down 8.72% from fiscal 2024.
- Net income was $7.1 million, or $1.17 per share (basic), a net margin of 2.86%.
- As of September 25, 2026, EML traded at $24.10, a market capitalization of $148.0 million.
- At that price the stock trades at 18.3× trailing-twelve-month earnings and 0.6× sales.
- Eastern Company (The) pays an annual dividend of $0.44 per share, a yield of 1.81%, with a payout ratio of 41.1%.
- Return on equity was 5.81% and debt-to-equity 0.34.
Eastern Company (The) (EML) Latest News
25 Aug
Eastern Company receives Outperform upgrade on backlog growth and aerospace expansion efforts. Rating upgrade tied to backlog and aerospace push creates moderately noticeable effect on stock trajectory and sentiment.
24 Aug
Electric Metals launches a multi-workstream program to strengthen economics of the US$1.39 billion North Star Manganese Project. Initiative targets major project economics and represents a significant strategic move likely to alter company trajectory.
18 Aug
Eastern's Q2 earnings declined year-over-year on lower volume and margin pressure. Q2 earnings drop from volume and margin weakness indicates moderate pressure on near-term financial results.
12 Aug
Eastern Co (EML) Q2 2026 earnings call highlighted strategic aerospace expansion as key growth driver. Aerospace expansion marks major strategic move likely to significantly alter company trajectory and investor sentiment.
Eastern Company reported Q2 results in its earnings call, detailing revenue, earnings per share, segment performance, and management outlook on operations and market conditions. Q2 earnings call supplies financial metrics and guidance that moderately shape near-term investor sentiment and valuation.
Eastern Company (EML) Q2 2026 earnings call covered financial results, operational updates, and forward guidance. Quarterly earnings data can shift near-term sentiment and valuation but rarely resets long-term strategy.
11 Aug
The Eastern Company reported its second quarter 2026 financial results. Quarterly results update revenue, earnings and guidance that move valuation and sentiment.
2 Jun
Eastern Company acquires Sungear and Crown Precision. Acquisitions expand Eastern Company's operations and market position.
19 May
Eastern Company (The) (EML) shares dropped 8% after first-quarter earnings fell year over year. Year-over-year Q1 earnings decline can weigh on near-term financial outlook and investor sentiment.
13 May
Eastern (EML) released Q1 2026 earnings call transcript detailing quarterly financial results, management discussion, and forward guidance. Q1 earnings call transcript discloses financial performance and strategic outlook, significantly impacting investor sentiment and stock trajectory.
Eastern Company (EML) released the complete transcript of its Q1 2026 earnings call. Earnings call transcript details Q1 2026 financial results, guidance, and strategy, significantly impacting EML's future performance and investor sentiment.
Eastern Company (EML) Q1 2026 earnings call highlights navigating challenges with strategic optimism. Q1 2026 earnings highlights address challenges via strategic optimism, moderately influencing financial performance and market sentiment.
Eastern Company (EML) released Q1 earnings call highlights covering financial results, operational updates, and forward guidance. Q1 earnings highlights impact financial performance and investor sentiment but are tempered by quarterly nature and market factors.
Eastern Company held its Q1 2026 earnings call covering financial results and operational updates. Quarterly earnings data supplies performance metrics and guidance that shape near-term investor expectations.
12 May
The Eastern Company (EML) reported first quarter 2026 results. Quarterly earnings reports moderately influence financial performance and investor sentiment.
26 Apr
Eastern Company (EML) insiders placed bullish bets worth US$885.9k. Insider purchases signal management confidence, moderately boosting investor sentiment and stock performance.
9 Mar
Eastern Company (EML) Q4 earnings fell year-over-year, primarily due to weak truck demand hurting performance. Q4 earnings decline year-over-year from weak truck demand signals significant pressure on financial results and future market performance.
4 Mar
Eastern Company (EML) released Q4 earnings call highlights detailing financial results, operational performance, strategic initiatives, and forward guidance. Q4 earnings call highlights cover financial performance and guidance that significantly influence investor sentiment and future trajectory.
Eastern Company (EML) released Q4 2025 earnings call transcript detailing quarterly financial results, management discussion, and future outlook. Q4 earnings call transcripts disclose financial performance, strategic updates, and guidance that significantly impact investor sentiment and stock trajectory.
The Eastern Company (EML) released Q4 2025 earnings call summary detailing financial performance, operational updates, and future outlook. Q4 earnings call summary discloses financial results and strategic insights significantly shaping future performance and market perception.
3 Mar
The Eastern Company reported fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results. Quarterly and annual earnings disclosures significantly shape investor perceptions, stock pricing, and future performance expectations.
Eastern Company (EML) released its Q4 earnings snapshot. Q4 earnings snapshot affects key financial performance metrics and investor sentiment.
22 Jan
The Eastern Company (NASDAQ: EML) has garnered significant attention from institutional investors, with 63% of its shares owned by these entities. This high level of institutional ownership indicates strong confidence in the company's prospects and may influence its market performance positively. Analysts suggest that this trend reflects a favorable outlook for Eastern Company, positioning it as a preferred choice among larger investors. High institutional ownership typically signals strong investor confidence, which can significantly impact market performance and investor sentiment.
5 Jan
The Eastern Company (NASDAQ: EML) has experienced a decline in stock market performance, attributed to mixed financial results. Despite some positive indicators, concerns over profitability and operational challenges have led to investor skepticism. Analysts are questioning whether the company's financial inconsistencies are a sign of deeper issues, impacting its market confidence and future outlook. Mixed financial results are likely to moderately influence investor sentiment and the company's competitive positioning.
20 Dec
Eastern Company (NASDAQ: EML) shareholders have experienced a decline in their investments over the past year, with the stock price falling significantly. The company's performance has raised concerns among investors, leading to a negative sentiment surrounding its future prospects. The decline in stock price indicates a moderately noticeable influence on investor sentiment and potential financial performance.
17 Dec
The Eastern Company has declared its 342nd consecutive quarterly cash dividend, reflecting its commitment to returning value to shareholders. The dividend is set at $0.12 per share, payable on December 15, 2023, to shareholders of record as of November 30, 2023. This consistent dividend payment underscores the company's financial stability and dedication to maintaining shareholder trust. Consistent dividend payments indicate financial stability but do not significantly alter the company's overall trajectory.
10 Nov
Eastern Company reported a decline in Q3 earnings year-over-year, primarily attributed to a slump in the truck market. The downturn has raised concerns about the company's financial performance and future prospects as demand in this sector weakens. The earnings decline due to the truck market slump is expected to moderately influence Eastern Company's financial performance and market positioning.
9 Nov
Eastern Company (EML) reported its Q3 2025 earnings, highlighting strategic initiatives to navigate ongoing challenges. The company emphasized its focus on operational efficiency and innovation to enhance market competitiveness. Management addressed supply chain disruptions and rising costs, outlining measures taken to mitigate these impacts. Future growth strategies were discussed, including potential market expansions and product diversification efforts aimed at sustaining profitability in a challenging economic environment. Strategic initiatives and operational adjustments are expected to moderately influence financial performance and competitive positioning.
6 Nov
Eastern Company (EML) reported disappointing margins, raising concerns among value-focused investors. The company's financial performance fell short of expectations, leading to skepticism about its growth narrative. Analysts are now questioning the sustainability of its current strategies and the potential for future profitability, which may impact investor sentiment and market positioning. Disappointing margins may moderately influence financial performance and investor sentiment.
4 Nov
Eastern Company reported its Q3 earnings, highlighting a notable increase in revenue and net income compared to the previous year. The company attributed this growth to strong demand for its products and effective cost management strategies. Additionally, Eastern Company announced plans for future investments aimed at expanding its market presence and enhancing operational efficiency. Overall, the results exceeded analysts' expectations, contributing to positive market sentiment around the company's performance. Significant revenue growth and strategic investment plans indicate a likely positive shift in the company's future performance.