Franklin Electric (FELE) Stock Overview
Designs, manufactures, and distributes water and fuel pumping systems in the United States, Canada, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 1/6 |
| Future Growth | 3/6 |
| Past Performance | 1/6 |
| Financial Health | 5/6 |
| Dividends | 4/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$97.37 |
| 52 Week High | US$111.53 |
| 52 Week Low | US$83.42 |
| Beta | 1.06 |
| 1 Month Change | -5.69% |
| 3 Month Change | -11.37% |
| 1 Year Change | 10.71% |
| 3 Year Change | 5.48% |
| 5 Year Change | 18.90% |
| Change since IPO | 4,415.71% |
Recent News & Updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 03
FELE: Share Repurchases And Higher Margins Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have nudged their price target on Franklin Electric to $113.25 from $111.75, reflecting updated views on a slightly higher profit margin outlook, a different forward P/E assumption, and a refreshed discount rate and revenue growth profile. What's in the News The company reiterated full-year 2026 net sales guidance in a range of $2.17b to $2.24b, giving investors an updated reference point for the expected scale of the business (company guidance).Analysis Article • May 01
The Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ:FELE) First-Quarter Results Are Out And Analysts Have Published New Forecasts
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. ( NASDAQ:FELE ) last week reported its latest quarterly results, which makes it a good time...Narrative Update • Apr 19
FELE: Buybacks And Higher Dividend Will Support Measured Future Upside Potential
Analysts have maintained their $111.75 price target for Franklin Electric, keeping it broadly in line with prior estimates. The changes reflect only small updates to inputs such as the discount rate, long term revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions.Narrative Update • Apr 04
FELE: Share Repurchases And Rising Dividend Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have kept their fair value estimate for Franklin Electric steady at $111.75, with only minimal tweaks to inputs like discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E. This signals that the recent price target update reflects fine tuning rather than a major shift in outlook.Narrative Update • Mar 21
FELE: Share Repurchases And Rising Dividend Will Support Medium Term Upside
Analysts have maintained their price target for Franklin Electric at $111.75, with only minor tweaks to the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions supporting an essentially unchanged valuation view. What's in the News Completed share repurchase of 5,423,365 shares, about 11.74% of shares, for a total of US$374.56 million under the buyback program announced on August 3, 2015, including 350,000 shares repurchased between October 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025 for US$34.28 million (company filing).Narrative Update • Mar 06
FELE: Rising Dividend And Margin Outlook Will Support Medium Term Upside
Analysts have kept their Franklin Electric price target steady at $111.75. This reflects slightly adjusted assumptions for discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E, while maintaining their overall valuation view.Narrative Update • Feb 19
FELE: Higher Margins And Rising Dividend Will Support Medium Term Upside
Analysts have modestly lifted their price target on Franklin Electric from $108.00 to $111.75, reflecting updated assumptions for slightly lower revenue growth, higher profit margin expectations, and a small adjustment to the projected future P/E multiple. What's in the News Franklin Electric issued earnings guidance for full year 2026, with expected sales in a range of US$2.17b to US$2.24b, giving investors a reference point for the company’s medium term revenue outlook (Corporate Guidance).Analysis Article • Jan 29
Franklin Electric's (NASDAQ:FELE) Shareholders Will Receive A Bigger Dividend Than Last Year
The board of Franklin Electric Co., Inc. ( NASDAQ:FELE ) has announced that it will be paying its dividend of $0.28 on...Analysis Article • Dec 29
We Like These Underlying Return On Capital Trends At Franklin Electric (NASDAQ:FELE)
Finding a business that has the potential to grow substantially is not easy, but it is possible if we look at a few key...Seeking Alpha • Dec 17
Franklin Electric: Opinion Unchanged, Not Cheap Enough
Summary Franklin Electric remains a "Hold" as absolute valuation sits at the low end of fair value, despite relative cheapness versus peers. FELE's revenue grew 9.5% year-over-year, led by Water Systems and supported by acquisitions, pricing, and volume gains. Profitability was mixed: operating income and EBITDA improved, but net income fell due to a pension settlement loss. Management guides for continued top-line and EPS growth, with organic investment and innovation, but macroeconomic risks temper enthusiasm. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Dec 12
A Look At The Fair Value Of Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ:FELE)
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Franklin Electric fair value estimate is US$103 Current share...Analysis Article • Nov 28
Should You Think About Buying Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ:FELE) Now?
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. ( NASDAQ:FELE ), might not be a large cap stock, but it received a lot of attention from a...Analysis Article • Sep 13
Franklin Electric Co., Inc.'s (NASDAQ:FELE) Business Is Trailing The Market But Its Shares Aren't
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 19x, you may...Analysis Article • Aug 28
Calculating The Fair Value Of Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ:FELE)
Key Insights The projected fair value for Franklin Electric is US$85.77 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity...Analysis Article • Aug 14
When Should You Buy Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ:FELE)?
NasdaqGS:FELE 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Franklin Electric's Fair Values from the Community and select...Analysis Article • Aug 01
Earnings Update: Here's Why Analysts Just Lifted Their Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ:FELE) Price Target To US$108
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. ( NASDAQ:FELE ) defied analyst predictions to release its second-quarter results, which...Analysis Article • Jul 16
Franklin Electric (NASDAQ:FELE) Shareholders Will Want The ROCE Trajectory To Continue
Finding a business that has the potential to grow substantially is not easy, but it is possible if we look at a few key...Analysis Article • Jun 14
Franklin Electric (NASDAQ:FELE) Has A Pretty Healthy Balance Sheet
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...Analysis Article • May 17
A Look At The Intrinsic Value Of Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ:FELE)
Key Insights Franklin Electric's estimated fair value is US$86.27 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity With...Analysis Article • Apr 07
Is Now The Time To Look At Buying Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ:FELE)?
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. ( NASDAQ:FELE ), might not be a large cap stock, but it received a lot of attention from a...Analysis Article • Mar 10
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ:FELE) Investors Are Less Pessimistic Than Expected
Franklin Electric Co., Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:FELE ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 26.2x might make it look like a...Analysis Article • Jan 31
Franklin Electric (NASDAQ:FELE) Is Increasing Its Dividend To $0.265
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. ( NASDAQ:FELE ) has announced that it will be increasing its periodic dividend on the 20th...Analysis Article • Jan 29
Franklin Electric (NASDAQ:FELE) Might Have The Makings Of A Multi-Bagger
If you're looking for a multi-bagger, there's a few things to keep an eye out for. Firstly, we'll want to see a proven...Analysis Article • Jan 15
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ:FELE) Shares Could Be 37% Below Their Intrinsic Value Estimate
Key Insights The projected fair value for Franklin Electric is US$154 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Current...Analysis Article • Jan 01
Here's Why Franklin Electric (NASDAQ:FELE) Can Manage Its Debt Responsibly
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Analysis Article • Dec 14
Is Now The Time To Look At Buying Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ:FELE)?
While Franklin Electric Co., Inc. ( NASDAQ:FELE ) might not have the largest market cap around , it saw a double-digit...Analysis Article • Nov 01
Earnings Miss: Franklin Electric Co., Inc. Missed EPS By 7.0% And Analysts Are Revising Their Forecasts
As you might know, Franklin Electric Co., Inc. ( NASDAQ:FELE ) last week released its latest quarterly, and things did...Analysis Article • Oct 10
Calculating The Fair Value Of Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ:FELE)
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Franklin Electric fair value estimate is US$108 With US$105...Analysis Article • Sep 26
Franklin Electric Co., Inc.'s (NASDAQ:FELE) Popularity With Investors Is Under Threat From Overpricing
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 17x, you may...Analysis Article • Sep 12
Should You Investigate Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ:FELE) At US$95.22?
While Franklin Electric Co., Inc. ( NASDAQ:FELE ) might not have the largest market cap around , it received a lot of...
New Narrative • Aug 31
Expanding Global Footprint And Tactical Innovations Propel Market Dominance And Profitability
Strategic expansions in Asia Pacific, MENA, and the Southern Hemisphere alongside operational efficiencies are set to fortify Franklin Electric's international revenue and margins.Analysis Article • Aug 30
We Think Franklin Electric (NASDAQ:FELE) Can Stay On Top Of Its Debt
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Analysis Article • Aug 16
Franklin Electric (NASDAQ:FELE) Might Have The Makings Of A Multi-Bagger
Did you know there are some financial metrics that can provide clues of a potential multi-bagger? One common approach...Analysis Article • Jul 26
Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting For Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ:FELE) After Its Second-Quarter Results
It's shaping up to be a tough period for Franklin Electric Co., Inc. ( NASDAQ:FELE ), which a week ago released some...Seeking Alpha • Jul 25
Franklin Electric: Improving Growth Prospects With Favourable Valuation (Rating Upgrade)
Summary Franklin Electric Co., Inc. has strong revenue growth prospects ahead, with improving sales expected in the second half of the year. The company's margin should benefit from operating leverage and cost-saving initiatives. Trading at a discount to historical averages, Franklin Electric is poised for growth with easing year-over-year comparisons and potential interest rate cycle reversal. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaShareholder Returns
| FELE | US Machinery | US Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | -3.6% | -3.5% | 0.5% |
| 1Y | 10.7% | 42.4% | 25.4% |
Return vs Industry: FELE underperformed the US Machinery industry which returned 42.7% over the past year.
Return vs Market: FELE underperformed the US Market which returned 25.5% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| FELE volatility | |
|---|---|
| FELE Average Weekly Movement | 5.6% |
| Machinery Industry Average Movement | 6.5% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.0% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.2% |
Stable Share Price: FELE has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: FELE's weekly volatility (6%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | 6,500 | Joe Ruzynski | www.franklin-electric.com |
Franklin Electric Co., Inc., together with its subsidiaries, designs, manufactures, and distributes water and fuel pumping systems in the United States, Canada, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific. It operates through Water Systems, Energy Systems, and Distribution segments. The Water Systems segment offers motors, pumps, water treatment systems, monitoring devices, and related parts and equipment for use in groundwater, water transfer, and wastewater in a range of residential, agricultural, municipal, and industrial applications; and electronic drives and controls for the motors, which control functionality and provide protection from various hazards, such as electrical surges, over-heating, and dry wells or dry tanks.
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| FELE fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$4.32b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$149.86m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$2.18b |
28.7x
P/E Ratio2.0x
P/S RatioIs FELE overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| FELE income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | US$2.18b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$1.41b |
| Gross Profit | US$766.99m |
| Other Expenses | US$617.13m |
| Earnings | US$149.86m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 3.39 |
| Gross Margin | 35.24% |
| Net Profit Margin | 6.89% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 16.7% |
How did FELE perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
1.2%
Current Dividend Yield32%
Payout RatioDoes FELE pay a reliable dividends?
See FELE dividend history and benchmarks| Franklin Electric dividend dates | |
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| Ex Dividend Date | May 07 2026 |
| Dividend Pay Date | May 21 2026 |
| Days until Ex dividend | 8 days |
| Days until Dividend pay date | 6 days |
Does FELE pay a reliable dividends?
See FELE dividend history and benchmarksCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/13 11:06 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/13 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. is covered by 9 analysts. 5 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Michael Halloran | Baird |
| Matt Summerville | D.A. Davidson & Co. |
| Jeffrey Hammond | KeyBanc Capital Markets Inc. |