Applied Industrial Technologies (AIT) Stock Overview
Distributes industrial motion, power, control, and automation technology solutions in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, and Costa Rica. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 0/6 |
| Future Growth | 2/6 |
| Past Performance | 3/6 |
| Financial Health | 6/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
AIT Community Fair Values
Create NarrativeSee what 17 others think this stock is worth. Follow their fair value or set your own to get alerts.
Analyst Price Targets
When GPS fails: this small cap is fixing a $54B drone problem
Key Points: Sparc AI (CSE:SPAI) is tackling a growing global problem: drones and aircraft failing when GPS is jammed or spoofed, a problem already driving massive government losses globally. Its Overwatch platform is a software solution to the hardware problem, using AI and existing sensors making it highly scalable across fleets.
Read full narrativeApplied Industrial Technologies, Inc. Competitors
Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$310.37 |
| 52 Week High | US$317.10 |
| 52 Week Low | US$217.35 |
| Beta | 0.86 |
| 1 Month Change | 13.88% |
| 3 Month Change | 6.39% |
| 1 Year Change | 39.79% |
| 3 Year Change | 143.03% |
| 5 Year Change | 203.81% |
| Change since IPO | 48,453.58% |
Recent News & Updates
Earnings Update: Here's Why Analysts Just Lifted Their Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:AIT) Price Target To US$330
Investors in Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc. ( NYSE:AIT ) had a good week, as its shares rose 3.9% to close at...
AIT: Buybacks And Updated Guidance Will Support Measured Long Term Upside
Analysts have adjusted the price target for Applied Industrial Technologies to $330 from $309.17, reflecting updated assumptions for revenue, profit margin, discount rate, and future P/E that together suggest a slightly stronger long term outlook for the business. What's in the News Applied Industrial Technologies issued earnings guidance for the fiscal fourth quarter ending June 30, 2026, with EPS projected between $2.85 and $2.96 and total sales growth in a range of 4.5% to 6.0% (corporate guidance).Recent updates
Earnings Update: Here's Why Analysts Just Lifted Their Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:AIT) Price Target To US$330
Investors in Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc. ( NYSE:AIT ) had a good week, as its shares rose 3.9% to close at...AIT: Buybacks And Updated Guidance Will Support Measured Long Term Upside
Analysts have adjusted the price target for Applied Industrial Technologies to $330 from $309.17, reflecting updated assumptions for revenue, profit margin, discount rate, and future P/E that together suggest a slightly stronger long term outlook for the business. What's in the News Applied Industrial Technologies issued earnings guidance for the fiscal fourth quarter ending June 30, 2026, with EPS projected between $2.85 and $2.96 and total sales growth in a range of 4.5% to 6.0% (corporate guidance).Applied Industrial: Growth Is Not Enticing Right Now
Summary Applied Industrial continues steady performance, but current growth and margin expansion do not justify a buy at present valuations. Top-line growth is primarily acquisition-driven; organic growth remains weak, especially in Service Center-Based distribution, while Engineered Solutions benefits from automation demand. Management tightened FY26 guidance, projecting EPS of $10.45-$10.75 and sales growth of 5.5%-7%, with EBITDA margins essentially flat. Valuation estimates AIT's fair value at $220 per share, suggesting the stock is currently a bit pricey and requires stronger operational improvements for upside. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAIT: Dividend Hike And Active M&A Plans Will Support Future Upside
Analysts kept their price target for Applied Industrial Technologies steady at $309.17, citing only minor tweaks to underlying model inputs such as the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions, rather than any material shift in their view of the stock. What's in the News Updated fiscal 2026 EPS guidance to a range of $10.45 to $10.75, with assumed sales growth of 5.5% to 7.0% and organic sales growth of 2.5% to 4.0% following first half results (Corporate guidance).AIT: Dividend Increase And M&A Pipeline Will Shape A Measured Outlook
Analysts have raised their price target on Applied Industrial Technologies by about $6. This reflects updated assumptions that balance a slightly lower profit margin outlook with modest adjustments to expectations for revenue growth, the discount rate, and the future P/E multiple.Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE:AIT) Has Announced That It Will Be Increasing Its Dividend To $0.51
Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc. ( NYSE:AIT ) has announced that it will be increasing its dividend from last...Here's Why We Think Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE:AIT) Is Well Worth Watching
For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to...Does Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE:AIT) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...What Does Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc.'s (NYSE:AIT) Share Price Indicate?
While Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc. ( NYSE:AIT ) might not have the largest market cap around , it saw...Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc.'s (NYSE:AIT) Share Price Could Signal Some Risk
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 25x Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc. ( NYSE:AIT ) may be sending...Hydradyne And IRIS Acquisitions Will Boost Fluid Power Markets
The consensus analyst price target for Applied Industrial Technologies has increased, primarily reflecting a higher future P/E multiple, raising fair value from $280.71 to $300.83. What's in the News Applied Industrial Technologies provided fiscal 2026 EPS guidance of $10.00 to $10.75, with expected sales growth of 4% to 7% (1% to 4% organic).Is Now The Time To Look At Buying Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:AIT)?
Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc. ( NYSE:AIT ) led the NYSE gainers with a relatively large price hike in the past...A Look At The Intrinsic Value Of Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:AIT)
Key Insights Applied Industrial Technologies' estimated fair value is US$230 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity...Investors Will Want Applied Industrial Technologies' (NYSE:AIT) Growth In ROCE To Persist
If we want to find a potential multi-bagger, often there are underlying trends that can provide clues. In a perfect...Here's Why Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE:AIT) Can Manage Its Debt Responsibly
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...Applied Industrial Technologies: Surprisingly Resilient Share Performance
Summary Shares of Applied Industrial Technologies have seen gains despite negative organic growth, as expanding valuation multiples prompt caution on my part. The company's acquisition of Hydradyne is compelling, contributing significantly to sales while Applied maintains modest leverage, but organic growth remains underwhelming. Valued at 23 times earnings, amidst negative organic growth, shares look less attractive compared to better risk-reward opportunities elsewhere. Despite a solid track record and modest net debt, the recent strong price action contrasts with the broader industrial sector's performance. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaApplied Industrial Technologies: A Disciplined Growth Story
Summary Applied Industrial Technologies leverages M&A for growth, focusing on high-margin segments like flow control and engineered solutions to drive long-term profitability. AIT benefits from reshoring trends and increasing investment into production automation, with 88% of revenue generated in the U.S., positioning it well for future growth. Strong financial performance in FY2023, with 15.8% YoY revenue growth and a 34.3% increase in EPS, highlights effective strategic acquisitions and robust demand. Risks include supplier relationship management and M&A execution, but AIT's disciplined financial strategy and focus on industry consolidation offer promising growth potential. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaApplied Industrial Technologies Can Continue To Outperform
Summary AIT's organic growth is expected to accelerate due to pent-up demand, reshoring, automation trends, and a strong acquisition pipeline. Margins should improve from operating leverage, productivity initiatives, and focus on high-margin markets, despite recent headwinds from volume deleverage and higher costs. AIT trades at a discount to peers like W.W. Grainger and Fastenal, with potential for upward estimate revisions and continued valuation re-rating. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Decisive Growth And Enhanced Margins Amid Global Economic Challenges
Expanding solutions portfolio and growing local account base alongside strategic acquisitions aim to positively impact long-term revenue growth and margin expansion.Shareholder Returns
| AIT | US Trade Distributors | US Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | 1.5% | -0.6% | 2.1% |
| 1Y | 39.8% | 26.9% | 30.6% |
Return vs Industry: AIT exceeded the US Trade Distributors industry which returned 30.8% over the past year.
Return vs Market: AIT exceeded the US Market which returned 31% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| AIT volatility | |
|---|---|
| AIT Average Weekly Movement | 3.8% |
| Trade Distributors Industry Average Movement | 7.5% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.1% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.2% |
Stable Share Price: AIT has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: AIT's weekly volatility (4%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | 6,859 | Neil Schrimsher | www.applied.com |
Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc. distributes industrial motion, power, control, and automation technology solutions in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, and Costa Rica. It operates in two segments, Service Center and Engineered Solutions. The Service Center segment distributes industrial bearings, power transmission, fluid power components and systems, specialty flow control, and advanced factory automation solutions, as well as general maintenance products; and motors, belting, drives, couplings, pumps, linear motion, hydraulic and pneumatic components, filtration supplies, hoses, and other related supplies.
Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| AIT fundamental statistics | |
|---|---|
| Market cap | US$11.66b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$403.76m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$4.84b |
Is AIT overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| AIT income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | US$4.84b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$3.37b |
| Gross Profit | US$1.47b |
| Other Expenses | US$1.07b |
| Earnings | US$403.76m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 10.92 |
| Gross Margin | 30.39% |
| Net Profit Margin | 8.34% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 19.6% |
How did AIT perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
Does AIT pay a reliable dividends?
See AIT dividend history and benchmarks| Applied Industrial Technologies dividend dates | |
|---|---|
| Ex Dividend Date | May 15 2026 |
| Dividend Pay Date | May 29 2026 |
| Days until Ex dividend | 5 days |
| Days until Dividend pay date | 19 days |
Does AIT pay a reliable dividends?
See AIT dividend history and benchmarksCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
|---|---|
| Company Analysis | 2026/05/07 09:04 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/07 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/06/30 |
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.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
|---|---|---|---|
| Company Financials | 10 years |
| |
| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
|
|
| Market Prices | 30 years |
| |
| Ownership | 10 years |
| |
| Management | 10 years |
| |
| Key Developments | 10 years |
|
* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
Unless specified all financial data is based on a yearly period but updated quarterly. This is known as Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) or Last Twelve Month (LTM) Data. Learn more.
Analysis Model and Snowflake
Details of the analysis model used to generate this report is available on our Github page, we also have guides on how to use our reports and tutorials on Youtube.
Learn about the world class team who designed and built the Simply Wall St analysis model.
Industry and Sector Metrics
Our industry and section metrics are calculated every 6 hours by Simply Wall St, details of our process are available on Github.
Analyst Sources
Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc. is covered by 17 analysts. 7 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 |
|---|---|
| David Manthey | Baird |
| Sabrina Abrams | BofA Global Research |
| Andrew Obin | BofA Global Research |