Franklin Electric Co., Inc. FELE
- Market cap
- $4.3B
- P/E
- 27.7×
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Free account| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23.75 | 36.00 | 38.45 | 41.73 | 41.25 | 67.68 | 68.27 | 78.38 | 91.45 | 78.87 |
Analyst estimates 2026–2028 Powerpack |
Low Price
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| 44.55 | 47.20 | 51.45 | 57.72 | 72.64 | 96.95 | 96.19 | 107.36 | 111.94 | 108.08 |
High Price
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| 5,200 | 5,600 | 5,600 | 5,400 | 5,400 | 6,400 | 6,500 | 6,400 | 6,300 | 6,500 |
Employees
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| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Revenue/Emp
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| 950 | 1,125 | 1,298 | 1,315 | 1,247 | 1,662 | 2,044 | 2,065 | 2,021 | 2,131 |
Revenue
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| 34.89% | 33.51% | 33.31% | 32.57% | 34.73% | 34.67% | 33.83% | 33.75% | 35.49% | 35.47% |
Gross Margin
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| 104 | 105 | 120 | 117 | 124 | 190 | 235 | 242 | 232 | 195 |
EBT
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| 10.96% | 9.30% | 9.28% | 8.89% | 9.92% | 11.42% | 11.51% | 11.73% | 11.47% | 9.13% |
EBT Margin
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| 79 | 79 | 106 | 96 | 101 | 155 | 189 | 195 | 182 | 149 |
Net Income
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| 36 | 39 | 39 | 37 | 36 | 45 | 50 | 52 | 56 | 63 |
Depreciation
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| 20.56 | 24.19 | 27.86 | 28.33 | 27.00 | 35.82 | 44.14 | 44.70 | 44.04 | 47.36 |
Revenue/Sh
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| 1.67 | 1.67 | 2.25 | 2.04 | 2.16 | 3.29 | 4.02 | 4.17 | 3.92 | 3.25 |
Earnings/Sh
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| 2.50 | 1.44 | 2.76 | 3.83 | 4.59 | 2.80 | 2.20 | 6.83 | 5.69 | 5.31 |
Cash Flow/Sh
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| (0.72) | (0.72) | (0.47) | (0.45) | (0.49) | (0.63) | (0.90) | (0.86) | (0.88) | (0.94) |
Capex/Sh
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| 1.78 | 0.72 | 2.29 | 3.38 | 4.09 | 2.17 | 1.29 | 5.97 | 4.81 | 4.36 |
Free CF/Sh
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| 13.31 | 15.11 | 15.79 | 17.21 | 18.40 | 20.45 | 23.11 | 26.17 | 27.64 | 29.45 |
Book Value/Sh
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| 46 | 47 | 47 | 46 | 46 | 46 | 46 | 46 | 46 | 45 |
Shares
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| 23.89 | 27.14 | 19.06 | 28.10 | 32.04 | 28.74 | 19.90 | 22.73 | 24.92 | 29.48 |
PE Ratio
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| 1.93 | 1.86 | 1.54 | 2.02 | 2.56 | 2.64 | 1.81 | 2.13 | 2.21 | 2.02 |
PS Ratio
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| 2.98 | 2.98 | 2.72 | 3.33 | 3.76 | 4.63 | 3.45 | 3.63 | 3.53 | 3.24 |
PB Ratio
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| 2.02 | 2.00 | 1.65 | 2.06 | 2.53 | 2.73 | 1.89 | 2.13 | 2.17 | 2.05 |
EV/Sales
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| 23.31 | 67.31 | 20.10 | 17.30 | 16.72 | 45.07 | 64.66 | 15.97 | 19.84 | 22.23 |
EV/FCF
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| 115 | 67 | 128 | 178 | 212 | 130 | 102 | 316 | 261 | 239 |
Op' Cash Flow
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| (33) | (33) | (22) | (21) | (23) | (29) | (42) | (40) | (40) | (42) |
Capex
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| 82 | 33 | 107 | 157 | 189 | 101 | 60 | 276 | 221 | 196 |
FCF
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| 326 | 343 | 324 | 382 | 416 | 329 | 452 | 567 | 530 | 615 |
Working Cap'
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| 190 | 226 | 206 | 115 | 95 | 189 | 216 | 100 | 129 | 167 |
Total Debt
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| 86 | 159 | 147 | 51 | (36) | 148 | 170 | 15 | (91) | 67 |
Net Debt
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| 615 | 703 | 736 | 799 | 850 | 949 | 1,070 | 1,209 | 1,269 | 1,325 |
Sh' Equity
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| 7.56% | 6.97% | 8.94% | 7.98% | 8.09% | 10.75% | 11.42% | 11.26% | 10.12% | 7.78% |
ROA
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| 9.99% | 7.78% | 9.34% | 9.36% | 10.02% | 10.78% | 12.96% | 13.39% | 12.93% | 12.07% |
ROIC
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| 13.11% | 11.78% | 14.72% | 12.36% | 12.11% | 17.01% | 18.49% | 16.90% | 14.50% | 11.30% |
ROE
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Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (FELE) key facts
- Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (FELE) is a Specialty Industrial Machinery company in the Industrials sector, listed on Nasdaq.
- Franklin Electric Co., Inc.’s revenue for fiscal 2025 (year ended December 2025) was $2.1 billion, up 5.44% from fiscal 2024.
- Net income was $148.7 million, or $3.25 per share (basic), a net margin of 6.87%.
- As of September 25, 2026, FELE traded at $97.07, a market capitalization of $4.3 billion.
- At that price the stock trades at 27.7× trailing-twelve-month earnings and 1.9× sales.
- Franklin Electric Co., Inc. pays an annual dividend of $0.90 per share, a yield of 0.91%, with a payout ratio of 20.3%.
- Return on equity was 11.3% and debt-to-equity 0.17.
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (FELE) Latest News
8 Sep
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. acquires Cat Pumps to expand its commercial and industrial flow control platform. Acquisition adds product lines and market reach that alter competitive positioning and growth trajectory.
31 Jul
Franklin Electric upgraded 2026 sales guidance while holding dividend steady, shifting its investment story toward stronger growth prospects and sustained shareholder returns. Upgraded 2026 sales guidance signals materially stronger future revenue and improved long-term performance outlook.
28 Jul
Franklin Electric reported record EPS for Q2 2026 in its earnings call along with updates on strategic initiatives aimed at core market expansion and operational efficiency. Record EPS signals stronger profitability that may lift near-term investor sentiment but does not indicate transformative shifts in company trajectory.
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. held its Q2 2026 earnings call covering financial results, segment performance, and forward guidance. Q2 earnings call supplies updated financial metrics and outlook that may shift near-term investor views without altering long-term strategy.
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. released Q2 earnings call highlights covering financial results and operational updates. Q2 earnings updates can moderately affect near-term stock sentiment and operational outlook.
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. reported its second quarter 2026 financial results. Quarterly results update key performance metrics that can influence near-term stock valuation and sentiment.
2 Jul
Powell gains from strength in electric utility market with uncertainty over whether momentum will last for Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (FELE). Market strength offers moderate short-term gains for FELE without assured fundamental shifts.
12 May
A. Buchholtz & Company closed the sale of Wood Bros. to Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (FELE), marking a strategic acquisition in the water systems sector. Acquisition of Wood Bros. expands Franklin Electric's distribution capabilities and strengthens its position in regional water markets.
6 May
Franklin Electric (NASDAQ:FELE) soft earnings likely stem from conservative accounting practices. Conservative accounting explanation for soft earnings moderately influences financial perception and investor sentiment.
5 May
Franklin Electric highlighted growth opportunities, margin improvements, and data center liquid cooling solutions at the Oppenheimer Conference. Emphasis on growth, margins, and data center cooling signals major strategic positioning in high-demand markets.
1 May
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ:FELE) reported first-quarter earnings, raising questions on whether analysts have revised their stock outlook. Q1 earnings report and potential analyst revisions represent significant shifts in financial performance and investor sentiment for FELE.
29 Apr
Franklin Electric (FELE) reported strong Q1 results with sales up 8% and EPS beating estimates, while reaffirming 2026 guidance of 5-7% organic sales growth and 12-15% EPS growth, supporting a positive valuation outlook despite recent stock pullback. Strong Q1 beats and reaffirmed long-term 2026 guidance significantly enhance FELE's financial trajectory and investor sentiment.
Franklin Electric Co Inc (FELE) reported strong revenue growth in Q1 2026 earnings call highlights amid ongoing challenges. Strong Q1 2026 revenue growth indicates significant positive influence on FELE's financial trajectory and investor sentiment.
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. discussed Q1 2026 financial performance and outlook in its earnings call. Quarterly earnings updates typically produce moderate effects on near-term sentiment without altering core trajectory.
28 Apr
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (FELE) released highlights from its Q1 earnings call, covering financial performance, guidance, and strategic updates. Q1 earnings call highlights detail financial results and forward guidance, significantly influencing investor sentiment and stock trajectory.
Franklin Electric (FELE) released Q1 2026 earnings call transcript detailing quarterly financial results, operational updates, and forward guidance. Quarterly earnings transcript discloses financial performance, strategic outlook, and guidance that significantly shape market expectations and stock valuation.
Franklin Electric (FELE) beat Q1 earnings and revenue estimates. Beating Q1 earnings and revenue estimates signals strong financial performance, likely boosting stock price and investor sentiment.
Franklin Electric (FELE) beat Q1 earnings and revenue estimates. Beating Q1 earnings and revenue estimates boosts investor confidence and signals strong financial performance ahead.
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (FELE) reported first quarter 2026 results. Quarterly earnings reports significantly influence FELE's financial trajectory and stock performance.
12 Mar
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (FELE) announced fourth quarter 2025 and full year 2025 results. Quarterly and annual earnings releases significantly impact stock price, investor sentiment, and future market performance.
18 Feb
Franklin Electric (FELE) 2026 guidance prompts debate on whether it reflects an efficiency-first strategy or cautious growth stance, highlighting focus on operational improvements amid tempered expansion expectations. 2026 guidance signals major strategic direction on efficiency versus growth, poised to alter investor sentiment and long-term performance trajectory.
17 Feb
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. released Q4 2025 earnings call summary covering financial results, operational highlights, and forward-looking guidance. Q4 earnings call summaries disclose key annual financial metrics, strategic initiatives, and outlook that drive substantial shifts in market performance and investor confidence.
Franklin Electric Co Inc (FELE) reported strong revenue growth in Q4 2025 earnings call highlights. Strong revenue growth highlights significant positive impact on financial performance and investor sentiment.
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (FELE) released highlights from its Q4 earnings call, covering financial results, achievements, and future outlook. Q4 earnings call highlights detail financial performance and guidance that significantly influence FELE's trajectory and investor sentiment.
Franklin Electric (FELE) earnings call transcript details quarterly financial results, business updates, strategic initiatives, and management's outlook. Earnings call transcripts disclose financial performance, guidance, and strategic plans that can significantly sway investor sentiment and stock trajectory.
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (FELE) released Q4 earnings snapshot, detailing quarterly financial results. Q4 earnings snapshot reveals key financial metrics that significantly shape investor expectations and stock trajectory.
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (FELE) reported fourth quarter 2025 and full year 2025 financial results. Quarterly and annual earnings results directly impact financial performance, stock valuation, and investor sentiment.
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (FELE) reported Q4 earnings and revenues below analyst estimates. Q4 earnings and revenues missing estimates will moderately pressure financial performance and market sentiment.
3 Feb
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ:FELE) has announced an increase in its quarterly dividend to $0.28 per share, reflecting the company's commitment to returning value to shareholders. This decision underscores Franklin Electric's strong financial position and ongoing profitability, as it continues to invest in growth opportunities while rewarding its investors. The dividend increase indicates financial stability and may positively influence investor sentiment, but it is not expected to significantly alter the company's overall trajectory.
27 Jan
Gabelli hosted the 36th Annual Pump, Valve, and Water Systems Symposium, focusing on industry trends and innovations. The event brought together key players in the water systems sector, including Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (FELE), to discuss advancements and challenges in the market. Topics included sustainability, technology integration, and regulatory impacts affecting the industry. Networking opportunities were provided for participants to foster collaboration and share insights. The symposium highlights industry trends that may influence Franklin Electric's competitive positioning and product innovation.