Dover Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 4/6
Dover has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 4.5%, while the Machinery industry saw earnings growing at 8% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 0.7% per year. Dover's return on equity is 14.6%, and it has net margins of 13.2%.
Key information
4.54%
Earnings growth rate
5.77%
EPS growth rate
| Machinery Industry Growth | 8.77% |
| Revenue growth rate | 0.73% |
| Return on equity | 14.65% |
| Net Margin | 13.25% |
| Next Earnings Update | 23 Jul 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 17
DOV: 2026 Outlook And Broad-Based Demand Will Support Bullish Repricing
The analyst price target for Dover has been raised to $230, a move supported by a slightly higher fair value estimate of about $250.85 and modest adjustments to the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions that analysts see as better reflecting recent research updates across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Dover clusters around higher price targets and refreshed fair value work, with most firms revisiting their models in a short time frame.Narrative Update • Jun 01
DOV: Short Cycle Recovery And 2026 Guidance Will Support Upside Reassessment
The updated analyst price target for Dover edges higher from $245.82 to $249.21, with analysts citing refreshed valuation work that includes slightly adjusted revenue growth, profit margin assumptions, and a modestly higher future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Dover shows a clear concentration of target price increases, with several firms adjusting their models to reflect updated assumptions on revenue, margins, and valuation multiples.Seeking Alpha • May 07
Dover Corporation: Strong Bookings And AI Demand Support Upside
Summary Dover Corporation is rated Buy, trading at a 10% P/E discount to peers, with strong exposure to high-growth AI and infrastructure markets. Robust bookings, a 1.2x book-to-bill ratio, and double-digit growth in Climate & Sustainability Technologies underpin confidence in FY2026 revenue acceleration. Margin expansion is driven by volume leverage, favorable product mix, rightsizing initiatives, and planned 1.5–2% price increases to offset input costs. Strategic M&A, including the SIKORA acquisition, enhances DOV’s positioning in electricity infrastructure and supports both organic and inorganic growth. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Apr 26
DOV: Short Cycle Recovery And 2026 Guidance Will Drive Measured Reassessment
The analyst fair value estimate for Dover moves from $230.91 to $245.82, reflecting a series of higher Street price targets as analysts factor in slightly adjusted growth, margin and P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Street research around Dover has been active, with a series of price target revisions clustered over the recent period.Narrative Update • Apr 12
DOV: Short Cycle Recovery And 2026 Guidance Will Shape Balanced Outlook
Analysts have made only a small adjustment to the price target for Dover, with fair value moving from about $231.71 to $230.91. They highlight expectations for a short cycle recovery, better organic growth, and margin expansion, supported by multiple recent target increases across the Street.Narrative Update • Mar 27
DOV: Short Cycle Recovery And 2026 Guidance Will Drive Balanced Outlook
Narrative Update on Dover The analyst price target for Dover has been adjusted by about $1 to align with a slightly higher fair value estimate of $231.71. This change reflects analysts' updated views on organic growth, margin potential, and short cycle recovery trends cited in recent research.Narrative Update • Mar 10
DOV: AI Demand And 2026 Guidance Will Shape Balanced Risk Reward Outlook
Our analyst price target for Dover has been raised by about $5 to $231. This reflects Street research that points to better organic growth prospects, potential margin expansion, and what analysts view as underappreciated exposure to higher growth end markets.Narrative Update • Feb 23
DOV: AI Demand And 2026 Guidance Tone Will Shape Fairly Valued Shares
Analysts have raised their average price targets on Dover through a series of $1 to $15 upward revisions across multiple firms. They generally cite an improved organic growth outlook, expectations for margin expansion, and exposure to faster growing end markets as key supports for the new targets.Narrative Update • Feb 09
DOV: AI Demand And Margin Execution Will Shape Fairly Valued Shares
The updated analyst price target for Dover edges up by about US$5 to roughly US$226, with analysts pointing to a cluster of recent target hikes, expectations for margin expansion, and exposure to higher growth end markets as key supports for the change. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a broadly constructive tone around Dover, with a string of price target increases and at least one explicit 90 day positive catalyst watch.Narrative Update • Jan 26
DOV: AI Demand And Cost Controls Will Support Margins And Fair Pricing
The analyst price target for Dover edges higher to US$221.45 from US$218.70. This reflects analysts' updated assumptions for slightly faster revenue growth, a different margin outlook, and a higher future P/E multiple supported by recent positive Street research.Narrative Update • Jan 11
DOV: Cost Controls And AI Orders Will Support Margins And Fair Valuation
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Dover to about US$219 from roughly US$215, citing recent price target increases tied to firmer demand expectations, particularly around artificial intelligence related orders, as well as a continued focus on margins supported by cost control and product mix. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are nudging their price targets higher, but they are doing so with a measured tone.Analysis Article • Jan 05
Returns On Capital At Dover (NYSE:DOV) Have Hit The Brakes
Finding a business that has the potential to grow substantially is not easy, but it is possible if we look at a few key...Narrative Update • Dec 16
DOV: Cost Controls And Productivity Will Sustain Margins Amid Sluggish Demand
Analysts have nudged their price target on Dover slightly higher to about $215 per share from roughly $214.65. They cite the company’s ability to offset sluggish top line growth with productivity gains, positive mix, and disciplined cost controls that support modestly stronger revenue growth and resilient margins.Narrative Update • Nov 25
DOV: Margin Expansion and Cost Controls Will Drive Future Earnings Upside
Analysts have slightly increased Dover's fair value target to $215.06, citing ongoing margin expansion from cost controls and a favorable business mix, despite modest revenue growth. Analyst Commentary Analysts continue to assess Dover’s performance as the company navigates a period of modest revenue growth while demonstrating disciplined execution on margins and profitability.Narrative Update • Nov 11
DOV: Expanding Margins Will Drive Earnings Upside Despite Modest Topline Momentum
The analyst consensus price target for Dover has increased slightly from $214.44 to $214.72. Analysts cite the company’s margin expansion through cost containment and positive product mix, despite modest revenue growth.Narrative Update • Oct 27
Margin Expansion And Cost Controls Will Drive Future Earnings Strength
The analyst price target for Dover has increased slightly, rising from $213.39 to $214.44. Analysts point to margin expansion driven by cost controls and a favorable product mix, despite only modest revenue growth.Analysis Article • Aug 06
Dover Corporation's (NYSE:DOV) Shares May Have Run Too Fast Too Soon
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 18x, you may...Seeking Alpha • Feb 21
Dover Corp.: A Hold With A Low Yield
Summary Dover Corporation, despite its modest dividend yield, shows strong financial growth and operational efficiency, making it a potential buy in 2025. Dover's 69-year streak of dividend increases and conservative payout ratio indicate stability, though its low yield and growth rate may not attract income-focused investors. The stock is fairly valued with a forward P/E ratio below the industrial sector average; I rate it a hold, awaiting a potential pullback. I love exposing opportunities to generate income through stocks and options trading. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 28
Dover Corp.: The Market Price Has Run Ahead For This Strong Income Generator
Summary Dover has shown low revenue growth despite significant acquisitions, with a 2.2% CAGR over the past decade, mainly driven by price increases. Dover is financially sound with a strong cash flow, low reinvestment rate, and a good acquisition track record. The company has improved returns and created shareholder value. Despite its strengths, the current market price offers no margin of safety. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaRevenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Dover 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 8,280 | 1,097 | 1,672 | 167 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 8,093 | 1,097 | 1,640 | 165 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 7,923 | 1,061 | 1,611 | 163 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 7,829 | 1,071 | 1,592 | 155 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 7,728 | 1,037 | 1,562 | 151 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 7,746 | 1,400 | 1,556 | 150 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 7,721 | 1,420 | 1,548 | 142 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 7,696 | 1,369 | 1,526 | 141 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 7,489 | 1,317 | 1,493 | 137 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 7,684 | 944 | 1,477 | 139 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 7,919 | 949 | 1,464 | 145 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 8,119 | 973 | 1,453 | 155 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 8,535 | 1,068 | 1,480 | 161 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 7,844 | 990 | 1,443 | 151 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 8,358 | 1,165 | 1,526 | 164 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 8,218 | 1,142 | 1,547 | 155 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 8,091 | 1,117 | 1,545 | 157 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 7,907 | 1,124 | 1,514 | 158 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 7,698 | 943 | 1,477 | 152 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 7,428 | 880 | 1,442 | 154 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 6,896 | 740 | 1,387 | 148 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 6,684 | 683 | 1,367 | 142 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 6,679 | 669 | 1,260 | 248 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 6,756 | 675 | 1,307 | 211 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 7,068 | 748 | 1,405 | 142 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 7,136 | 678 | 1,431 | 141 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 7,170 | 668 | 1,594 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 7,092 | 619 | 1,613 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 7,079 | 587 | 1,612 | 35 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 6,992 | 591 | 1,532 | 143 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 6,936 | 723 | 1,689 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 6,936 | 725 | 1,691 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 6,875 | 701 | 1,687 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 6,821 | 747 | 1,683 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 6,846 | 618 | 1,699 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 6,806 | 589 | 1,708 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 6,755 | 565 | 1,721 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 6,043 | 502 | 1,501 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 6,711 | 484 | 1,689 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 6,791 | 541 | 1,661 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 6,863 | 578 | 1,630 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 6,956 | 596 | 1,613 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 7,240 | 631 | 1,646 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: DOV has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: DOV's current net profit margins (13.2%) are lower than last year (13.4%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: DOV's earnings have grown by 4.5% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: DOV's earnings growth over the past year (5.8%) exceeds its 5-year average (4.5% per year).
Earnings vs Industry: DOV earnings growth over the past year (5.8%) exceeded the Machinery industry 2.6%.
Return on Equity
High ROE: DOV's Return on Equity (14.6%) 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 | 2026/07/09 21:30 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/07/09 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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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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Analyst Sources
Dover Corporation is covered by 31 analysts. 18 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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| Christopher Bamman | Ascendiant Capital Markets LLC |
| Michael Halloran | Baird |
| Robert Cornell | Barclays |