Nordson Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 5/6
Nordson has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 3.2%, while the Machinery industry saw earnings growing at 8% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 4.1% per year. Nordson's return on equity is 16.5%, and it has net margins of 18.2%.
Key information
3.20%
Earnings growth rate
3.81%
EPS growth rate
| Machinery Industry Growth | 8.77% |
| Revenue growth rate | 4.05% |
| Return on equity | 16.49% |
| Net Margin | 18.19% |
| Last Earnings Update | 30 Apr 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • Jul 03
Nordson Corporation: AI Semiconductor Strength Drives Financial Results
Summary Nordson Corporation reported solid Q2 results, with non-GAAP EPS of $2.87 and revenue of $741M, both exceeding consensus estimates. NDSN achieved approximately 8.5% year-over-year revenue growth in Q2, driven by continued strength in Advanced Technology Solutions. I previously rated NDSN a Hold due to a slight overvaluation; however, I am upgrading NDSN to a Buy based on AI-related tailwinds and a favorable valuation. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Jun 26
NDSN: Backlog Strength And ATS Semiconductor Demand Will Shape Measured Outlook
The Nordson analyst fair value estimate has been lifted from $310.50 to about $319.13, as analysts point to raised Street price targets, stronger backlog trends, and higher earnings expectations tied to demand in Advanced Technology Solutions and semiconductor related applications. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Nordson highlights both optimism around the company’s execution and some areas investors may want to watch more closely.Analysis Article • Jun 16
Nordson (NDSN) Stock Could Be 5.9% Undervalued After Recent Share Price Strength
Nordson (NDSN) is back in focus after recent share price strength, with the stock up over the past week, month, and past 3 months. This has prompted investors to reassess its valuation and fundamentals. See our latest analysis for Nordson. At a share price of $292.24, Nordson has logged a 21.25% year to date share price return. The 35.68% total shareholder return over the past year points to momentum building as investors reassess growth prospects and risk. If Nordson’s recent strength has...
Narrative Update • Jun 11
NDSN: Backlog And ATS Demand Will Balance Rich Future Earnings Multiple
Analysts have nudged their price targets for Nordson higher to a range of $335 to $345 as growing backlog, stronger Advanced Technology Solutions demand, and raised long-term earnings estimates feed into slightly higher fair value and revenue growth assumptions, alongside a modestly lower discount rate and projected P/E. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a constructive tone on Nordson, with higher price targets framed around a larger backlog and stronger demand within the Advanced Technology Solutions segment.Narrative Update • May 28
NDSN: Advanced Technology Outlook Will Temper Concerns Around Rich Future Earnings Multiple
Analysts have lifted their Nordson price target by $10 to $345, citing stronger expected growth in the Advanced Technology Solutions segment; solid semiconductor dispense demand; accelerating Test & Inspection orders; and improving Automotive trends that together support slightly higher revenue growth, a somewhat lower profit margin, and an updated future P/E assumption. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a more constructive view on Nordson's earnings power, particularly within the Advanced Technology Solutions segment, where stronger semiconductor dispense demand and accelerating Test & Inspection orders are feeding into updated forecasts.Narrative Update • May 06
NDSN: Synced Segment Execution And Buybacks Will Shape Measured Forward Outlook
Nordson's analyst fair value estimate has moved from $308.43 to $310.50 as analysts factor in higher price targets of up to $325 and $335, citing Q1 results at the high end of guidance, margin flow through, and signs of stabilizing demand in Automotive and Polymer Processing Systems. Analyst Commentary Recent research reflects a more constructive tone on Nordson, with higher price targets linked to Q1 execution, margin flow through, and early signs of demand stabilization in key end markets.Narrative Update • Apr 19
NDSN: Synced Segment Execution And Buybacks Will Shape Balanced Forward Outlook
Narrative Update The analyst price target for Nordson has moved higher into the $325 to $335 range, with analysts pointing to Q1 results near the top of guidance, stronger ATS margins, and signs of demand stabilization in Automotive and Polymer Processing Systems as key supports for the new targets. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts have adjusted their targets higher into the low to mid $300s, pointing to execution in Q1 and pockets of demand stabilization as key supports for their updated outlooks.Narrative Update • Apr 05
NDSN: Synced Segment Momentum And Buybacks Will Support Further Upside Potential
Analysts have inched their blended price target for Nordson slightly higher to about $308 from roughly $307, citing stronger-than-guided Q1 sales, solid margin flow-through in ATS, and signs of stabilization in Automotive and Polymer Processing Systems demand. Analyst Commentary Recent Street commentary reflects a constructive tone on Nordson, with price targets lifted into the low to mid $300s following the latest quarter.Narrative Update • Mar 22
NDSN: Synced Segment Momentum And Buybacks Will Support Future Upside Potential
Nordson's updated fair value moves modestly lower from $313.40 to $307.38, even as analysts lift price targets into the $325 to $335 range on the back of stronger than guided Q1 performance and signs of stabilization in Automotive and Polymer Processing Systems demand. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Nordson reflects generally constructive sentiment on execution and end market trends, even as the updated fair value remains below the latest price targets.Narrative Update • Mar 07
NDSN: Synchronized Segment Momentum And Buybacks Will Support Future Return Profile
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Nordson by about $18 to $313.40, citing recent price target increases to $325 and $335 that reflect confidence in the company's Q1 execution and expectations for more balanced organic growth across key segments. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a constructive tone around Nordson, with higher price targets reflecting confidence in both execution and the potential for more evenly distributed growth across its segments.Narrative Update • Feb 21
NDSN: Buybacks And 2026 Guidance Will Support Balanced Return Prospects
Analysts have revised their price target on Nordson to $295.40 from $274.18, reflecting updated views on fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins, and expected future P/E multiples. What's in the News Nordson issued earnings guidance for the first quarter of fiscal 2026, with sales forecast in the range of $630 million to $670 million and adjusted earnings of $2.25 to $2.45 per diluted share (company guidance).Narrative Update • Feb 07
NDSN: 2026 Sales Guidance Will Reinforce Concerns About Rich Earnings Multiple
Analysts have nudged their price target on Nordson slightly higher to about US$243 from US$242, pointing to updated assumptions around modestly stronger revenue growth, profit margins, and a slightly lower discount rate, alongside a nearly steady forward P/E view. What's in the News From August 1, 2025 to October 31, 2025, Nordson repurchased 389,000 shares, representing 0.69% of shares, for US$87.45 million under its ongoing buyback program (Key Developments).Analysis Article • Feb 04
Should You Investigate Nordson Corporation (NASDAQ:NDSN) At US$278?
Today we're going to take a look at the well-established Nordson Corporation ( NASDAQ:NDSN ). The company's stock saw a...Narrative Update • Jan 24
NDSN: Buybacks And Margin Outlook Will Support Balanced Return Prospects
Analysts have nudged their Nordson fair value estimate higher from US$271 to about US$274. This reflects slightly higher assumed profit margins and a modestly richer future P/E multiple, even as they temper revenue growth expectations and hold the discount rate essentially steady.Narrative Update • Jan 09
NDSN: Share Buybacks And 2026 Guidance Will Shape A Balanced Outlook
Analysts have lifted their price target on Nordson from US$212.16 to US$242.00, citing updated assumptions that include a higher discount rate, adjusted revenue growth and profit margin expectations, and a lower future P/E multiple. What's in the News Between August 1, 2025 and October 31, 2025, Nordson repurchased 389,000 shares, about 0.69% of its shares, for US$87.45 million under its ongoing buyback program (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Dec 26
NDSN: Future Margin Strength And Buybacks Will Drive Share Upside
Analysts have modestly raised their price target for Nordson to approximately $271 per share, up about $7 from prior estimates. They cite expectations for slightly higher long term profitability and valuation multiples, despite tempering near term revenue growth assumptions.Narrative Update • Dec 12
NDSN: Stronger Long Term Margins Will Support Upside In Shares
Analysts have raised their price target on Nordson by approximately $8 per share, reflecting slightly higher long term revenue growth and profit margin assumptions that support a modestly richer valuation multiple. What's in the News Issued first quarter fiscal 2026 sales guidance of $630 to $670 million, with adjusted earnings expected between $2.25 and $2.45 per diluted share (company guidance).Narrative Update • Aug 27
Integration Of Atrion Acquisition Will Boost Manufacturing Efficiencies With NBS Next
Driven by a moderate sales and operational beat, renewed management confidence, and expectations of a return to organic growth in key segments, analysts have raised their consensus price target for Nordson from $251.80 to $256.30. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts cite a moderate sales and operational beat in the recent quarter, with results surpassing expectations.Analysis Article • Aug 17
Nordson (NASDAQ:NDSN) Hasn't Managed To Accelerate Its Returns
NasdaqGS:NDSN 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Nordson's Fair Values from the Community and select yours If...Seeking Alpha • Mar 19
Nordson's Growth Strategy: Acquisitions, Tariffs, And The Investment Case
Summary Nordson is fundamentally sound but heavily reliant on acquisitions for growth. Future returns may be lower unless Nordson improves capital efficiency or executes more cost-effective acquisitions. The company has maintained profitability and strong cash flow but faces challenges from high reinvestment rates and limited pricing power. Assuming that it can avoid the tariff impact, Nordson's stock is fairly valued with no margin of safety, making it less attractive at current levels. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 06
Nordson: A Dividend Aristocrat Reinforcing Its Position Through Tuck-In Acquisitions
Summary Nordson Corp., an American multinational corporation that manufactures equipment used for the precise dispensing of adhesives, coatings, sealants, and other materials, is now a $12 billion (by market cap) manufacturing might. NDSN has taken all of this simple and practical wonderfulness and combined it with a programmatic acquisition strategy that scales the business beyond organic growth potential through tuck-in acquisitions designed to open up new opportunities and markets. The company increased its dividend for an incredible 61 consecutive years, with a 10-year dividend growth rate of 15.4%. Nordson increased its revenue from $1.7 billion in FY 2015 to $2.7 billion in FY 2024, a compound annual growth rate of 5.3%. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Oct 25
Nordson Corp.: Resorting To M&A While Organic Growth Lags
Summary Nordson combines organic growth with strategic M&A, but recent slower performance and high valuations have made investors cautious despite dividend hikes and acquisitions. The company operates in niche markets with strong margins, generating $2.6 billion in 2023 sales across three segments, with industrial precision being the largest and most profitable business. Despite recent M&A, organic sales have declined, and leverage has increased, making the current valuation demanding at mid-twenty times earnings multiple. Nordson's continued M&A efforts and dividend increases show potential, but the stock remains a "show me" story, awaiting a return to organic growth. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
New Narrative • Aug 29
Atrion Acquisition And Decisive Initiatives Set To Propel Growth In Medical Markets
The Atrion Medical acquisition and strategic focus on high-growth medical end markets are expected to diversify income streams and improve net margins.Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Nordson makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
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| 30 Apr 26 | 2,904 | 528 | 841 | 0 |
| 31 Jan 26 | 2,846 | 523 | 814 | 0 |
| 31 Oct 25 | 2,792 | 484 | 809 | 0 |
| 31 Jul 25 | 2,784 | 455 | 824 | 0 |
| 30 Apr 25 | 2,704 | 447 | 819 | 0 |
| 31 Jan 25 | 2,672 | 452 | 812 | 0 |
| 31 Oct 24 | 2,690 | 467 | 806 | 0 |
| 31 Jul 24 | 2,665 | 473 | 786 | 0 |
| 30 Apr 24 | 2,652 | 483 | 775 | 0 |
| 31 Jan 24 | 2,651 | 493 | 757 | 0 |
| 31 Oct 23 | 2,629 | 487 | 744 | 0 |
| 31 Jul 23 | 2,593 | 501 | 690 | 0 |
| 30 Apr 23 | 2,606 | 515 | 764 | 0 |
| 31 Jan 23 | 2,592 | 497 | 759 | 0 |
| 31 Oct 22 | 2,590 | 513 | 764 | 0 |
| 31 Jul 22 | 2,506 | 482 | 799 | 0 |
| 30 Apr 22 | 2,491 | 483 | 715 | 0 |
| 31 Jan 22 | 2,445 | 497 | 717 | 0 |
| 31 Oct 21 | 2,362 | 454 | 715 | 0 |
| 31 Jul 21 | 2,321 | 362 | 707 | 0 |
| 30 Apr 21 | 2,213 | 307 | 703 | 0 |
| 31 Jan 21 | 2,153 | 275 | 695 | 0 |
| 31 Oct 20 | 2,121 | 250 | 704 | 0 |
| 31 Jul 20 | 2,148 | 334 | 710 | 0 |
| 30 Apr 20 | 2,170 | 341 | 711 | 0 |
| 31 Jan 20 | 2,191 | 341 | 717 | 0 |
| 31 Oct 19 | 2,194 | 337 | 713 | 0 |
| 31 Jul 19 | 2,178 | 321 | 728 | 0 |
| 30 Apr 19 | 2,200 | 322 | 739 | 0 |
| 31 Jan 19 | 2,202 | 321 | 746 | 0 |
| 31 Oct 18 | 2,255 | 377 | 738 | 0 |
| 31 Jul 18 | 2,259 | 371 | 735 | 0 |
| 30 Apr 18 | 2,268 | 377 | 722 | 0 |
| 31 Jan 18 | 2,210 | 350 | 711 | 0 |
| 31 Oct 17 | 2,067 | 296 | 682 | 0 |
| 31 Jul 17 | 2,002 | 292 | 650 | 0 |
| 30 Apr 17 | 1,903 | 275 | 626 | 0 |
| 31 Jan 17 | 1,844 | 281 | 599 | 0 |
| 31 Oct 16 | 1,809 | 272 | 594 | 0 |
| 31 Jul 16 | 1,746 | 246 | 587 | 0 |
| 30 Apr 16 | 1,719 | 231 | 582 | 0 |
| 31 Jan 16 | 1,682 | 209 | 583 | 0 |
| 31 Oct 15 | 1,689 | 211 | 585 | 0 |
| 31 Jul 15 | 1,711 | 234 | 585 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: NDSN has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: NDSN's current net profit margins (18.2%) are higher than last year (16.5%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: NDSN's earnings have grown by 3.2% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: NDSN's earnings growth over the past year (18.3%) exceeds its 5-year average (3.2% per year).
Earnings vs Industry: NDSN earnings growth over the past year (18.3%) exceeded the Machinery industry 2.2%.
Return on Equity
High ROE: NDSN's Return on Equity (16.5%) is considered low.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/07/08 21:09 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/07/07 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/04/30 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/10/31 |
Data Sources
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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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Analyst Sources
Nordson Corporation is covered by 20 analysts. 9 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 |
| Matthew Gall | Barrington Research Associates, Inc. |
| Andrew Buscaglia | Berenberg |