JBT Marel Past Earnings Performance
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JBT Marel's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -24.4%, while the Machinery industry saw earnings growing at 8.3% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 16.3% per year. JBT Marel's return on equity is 3.8%, and it has net margins of 4.3%.
Key information
-24.38%
Earnings growth rate
-25.62%
EPS growth rate
| Machinery Industry Growth | 8.77% |
| Revenue growth rate | 16.32% |
| Return on equity | 3.75% |
| Net Margin | 4.34% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Mar 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 02
JBTM: Food Processing Execution Risk Will Limit Share Repurchase Upside
Analysts have trimmed their average price target on JBT Marel to $165 from $190, reflecting a lower comparable group multiple, even as they highlight the company’s growing role in food processing and its mix of secular growth, high margin recurring revenues, and strong free cash flow generation. Analyst Commentary Recent research highlights a split view on JBT Marel.Narrative Update • May 18
JBTM: 2026 Sector Assumptions And Execution Will Shape Balanced Return Potential
Analysts have raised JBT Marel's price targets to $190 and $202 in recent updates, citing expected sector trends in 2026, changes in valuation, and refreshed models following the Q4 results as key reasons for the higher targets. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on JBT Marel highlight higher price targets of $190 and $202, tied to refreshed models after Q4 results, sector expectations for 2026, and reassessments of valuation.Analysis Article • May 14
Solid Earnings Reflect JBT Marel's (NYSE:JBTM) Strength As A Business
When companies post strong earnings, the stock generally performs well, just like JBT Marel Corporation's ( NYSE:JBTM...
Narrative Update • May 02
JBTM: 2026 Sector Tailwinds And Capital Plans Will Support Upside
Narrative Update: JBT Marel Analysts have lifted JBT Marel's implied upside, with recent price targets rising toward the $190 to $202 range. They point to updated models, modest tweaks to growth and margin assumptions, and supportive 2026 sector trends.Seeking Alpha • Apr 26
JBT Marel's Growth Plans Justify An Upgrade
Summary JBT Marel Corporation is upgraded from 'hold' to a soft 'buy' based on ambitious growth and cost-saving targets. JBTM expects organic revenue growth of 5–7% annually through 2028, targeting $4.52 billion in sales and 20% EBITDA margins. Management projects $150 million in annual cost savings by the end of next year, with additional revenue and operational synergies supporting margin expansion. Forward valuation multiples suggest 63–69% upside by 2028, offering potential annualized returns of 17.8–19.2% versus the S&P 500. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Apr 18
JBTM: 2026 Sector Tailwinds And Capital Plans Are Expected To Support Upside
Analysts have raised JBT Marel's price target to a range of about $190 to $202, up from prior views around $165 to $169. They cite updated models after Q4 results, supportive 2026 sector trends, and evidence of a valuation gap.Narrative Update • Apr 03
JBTM: Higher 2026 Sector Trends And Capital Plans May Support Upside
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for JBT Marel from $177.50 to $210.00, citing higher price targets from recent Q4 model updates and 2026 sector trend work, which they view as supportive for the stock. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research has turned more constructive on JBT Marel, with higher price targets tied directly to updated models and sector work.
Narrative Update • Mar 20
JBTM: 2026 Sector Setup And Food Tech Hub Will Shape Upside Outlook
Analysts have lifted their JBT Marel price target from $160.25 to about $182, citing updated models after recent Q4 results, positive 2026 sector trends, and a reassessment of the valuation gap relative to peers. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts see the move in price targets toward the US$190 to US$202 range as a reset that better reflects their updated models after Q4, rather than a stretch valuation.Narrative Update • Mar 06
JBTM: Long Dated 2026 Assumptions Will Pressure Future Share Returns
Analysts have lifted their JBT Marel price target range from about $165 to around $202, citing updated models after Q4 results, positive 2026 sector trends, and a reassessment of valuation that now supports a fair value estimate of roughly $121, a lower discount rate of 8.85%, and a higher future P/E assumption of about 18.7, despite more conservative revenue growth and profit margin inputs. Analyst Commentary The latest research updates on JBT Marel center on refreshed models after Q4 results and a reassessment of what investors may be willing to pay for the stock, with reference targets in a range around $190 to $202 and an implied fair value closer to $121.Narrative Update • Feb 19
JBTM: Lower Future P E Multiple Will Weigh On Share Returns
Analysts have maintained their price target for JBT Marel at $105.41, highlighting slightly revised assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E as the main factors supporting this unchanged outlook. What's in the News JBT Marel held an Investor Day event, giving analysts and investors a closer look at the business, capital allocation priorities, and long term financial framework (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Feb 05
JBTM: Projected Margins And P E Reset Will Pressure Share Price
Analysts have maintained their price target for JBT Marel at $105.41. They cite updated assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E that keep their valuation view essentially unchanged.Narrative Update • Jan 22
JBTM: Expected 2025 Losses Will Likely Undermine Current Share Price
Analysts have adjusted their price target for JBT Marel to US$105.41, reflecting updated views on discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E assumptions. What's in the News JBT Marel plans an Investor Day event, providing management an opportunity to update investors on the business and capital allocation plans (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Jan 08
JBTM: Investor Day And New Food Solutions Will Shape Balanced Future Outlook
Narrative Update on JBT Marel Analysts have lifted their price target on JBT Marel by US$5 to US$160.25, reflecting updated assumptions for slightly higher revenue growth and a higher future P/E multiple, alongside modest adjustments to the discount rate and profit margin outlook. What's in the News JBT Marel plans to host an Investor Day, giving management a platform to update investors on the business, capital allocation, and medium term priorities (Key Developments).Analysis Article • Dec 31
We Think JBT Marel (NYSE:JBTM) Is Taking Some Risk With Its Debt
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' So it seems the smart money knows that...Narrative Update • Dec 23
JBTM: Higher Profit Margins Will Likely Fail To Justify Current Price
Analysts have raised their price target on JBT Marel from approximately 88 dollars to 105 dollars, citing expectations for stronger long term profitability despite moderating revenue growth and a lower projected valuation multiple. What's in the News Raised 2025 revenue guidance to a range of 3,760 million dollars to 3,790 million dollars, signaling confidence in underlying demand despite moderating growth expectations (Corporate Guidance) Updated 2025 GAAP loss per share outlook to a narrower range of 1.05 dollars to 0.75 dollars, highlighting anticipated margin improvements and cost discipline (Corporate Guidance) Launched the Fresh'n Squeeze 1800 Citrus Juicer, a compact countertop system using the company’s industrial grade whole fruit extraction technology to boost juice yield by up to 50 percent per fruit versus traditional cut and press methods (Product Announcement) Positioned the Fresh'n Squeeze 1800 as a labor saving, space efficient solution for grocery retailers, juice bars, hotels, resorts, and coffee shops, enabling menu diversification and new revenue streams from fresh citrus offerings (Product Announcement) Valuation Changes The fair value estimate has risen significantly from approximately 88.23 dollars to 105.41 dollars per share, reflecting higher expected long term profitability.Narrative Update • Dec 09
JBTM: New Food-Processing Offerings Will Drive Margin Expansion And Future Upside
Analysts have modestly raised their price target on JBT Marel, now implying fair value of approximately $155.25 per share. They cite slightly higher long term discount rate assumptions while maintaining robust revenue growth, profit margin, and future valuation expectations.Narrative Update • Nov 25
JBTM: Margin Expansion And New Offerings Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have raised their price target for JBT Marel to $155.25 from $152.75, citing modest improvements in profit margin projections as the primary driver for this upward adjustment. What's in the News JBT Marel has raised its earnings guidance for the full year 2025, projecting revenue between $3,760 million and $3,790 million and GAAP LPS in the range of $1.05 to $0.75 (Company Guidance).Narrative Update • Nov 07
JBTM: Future Expansion Will Stem From Margin Gains Amid Slower Revenue Growth
Analysts have raised their price target for JBT Marel from $149.42 to $152.75, citing improved profit margin expectations, even as projected revenue growth is expected to moderate. What's in the News JBT Marel raised its earnings guidance for the full year 2025, forecasting revenue between $3,760 million and $3,790 million and GAAP loss per share in the range of $1.05 to $0.75 (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Sep 20
Global Protein Demand And Automation Will Drive Future Expansion
The downward revision of JBT Marel's consensus analyst price target primarily reflects a decline in the anticipated future P/E ratio, with fair value lowered from $162.30 to $149.42. What's in the News JBT Marel is showcasing several innovations at Pack Expo Las Vegas, including the launch of the CIPure Cleaning System, new juicing and pet food technologies, tray sealers, slicers, and a 3D model of a fresh salad line, alongside immersive VR experiences.Narrative Update • Sep 05
Global Protein Demand And Automation Will Drive Future Expansion
The increase in JBT Marel’s consensus analyst price target to $162.30 is primarily driven by a higher forecast valuation multiple (Future P/E), with revenue growth expectations remaining steady. What's in the News JBT Marel re-established full year 2025 earnings guidance, projecting revenue of $3,675 million to $3,725 million, a loss from continuing operations margin of 2.7% to 1.7%, and GAAP loss per share of $1.90 to $1.20.Narrative Update • Aug 07
Global Protein Demand And Automation Will Drive Future Expansion
Despite a notable decline in consensus revenue growth forecasts, JBT Marel's consensus analyst price target has been significantly raised, driven by higher anticipated future P/E multiples, with the fair value increasing from $129.40 to $149.42. What's in the News JBT Marel re-established 2025 revenue guidance of $3,675 million to $3,725 million, with an expected GAAP loss per share of $1.90 to $1.20 and a loss margin of 2.7% to 1.7%, aided by a $70 million to $85 million foreign exchange tailwind.
New Narrative • Feb 09
Merger With Marel Will Improve Operational Efficiency And Create Synergies
Strong revenue growth and margin expansion driven by recovery in key markets and beneficial restructuring efforts could boost future earnings.New Narrative • Sep 09
JBT's Calculated Mergers And Efficiency Gains Promise Robust Revenue And Margin Growth
Strategic expansion and diversification through the proposed merger with Marel promises to enhance market position and drive revenue growth.Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How JBT Marel 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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| 31 Mar 26 | 3,880 | 168 | 996 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 3,798 | -50 | 1,149 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 3,258 | -110 | 995 | 42 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 2,710 | -138 | 879 | 19 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 2,178 | -111 | 746 | -6 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 1,716 | 85 | 448 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 1,693 | 144 | 398 | 18 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 1,643 | 137 | 400 | 12 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 1,668 | 135 | 402 | 6 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 1,664 | 129 | 404 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 1,661 | 109 | 389 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 1,656 | 104 | 387 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 1,623 | 101 | 383 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 1,590 | 104 | 378 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 1,647 | 103 | 378 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 1,725 | 107 | 380 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 1,807 | 111 | 387 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 1,401 | 93 | 341 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 1,810 | 117 | 384 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 1,752 | 105 | 371 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 1,688 | 107 | 349 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 1,728 | 109 | 362 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 1,834 | 121 | 365 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 1,904 | 137 | 366 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 1,986 | 139 | 379 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 1,946 | 129 | 374 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 1,938 | 130 | 359 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 1,930 | 123 | 354 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 1,928 | 123 | 349 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 1,920 | 104 | 348 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 1,866 | 81 | 360 | -20 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 1,805 | 81 | 349 | -13 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 1,700 | 66 | 338 | -6 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 1,635 | 82 | 323 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 1,556 | 86 | 290 | 26 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 1,485 | 80 | 272 | 25 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 1,428 | 80 | 254 | 24 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 1,351 | 68 | 265 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 1,300 | 66 | 233 | 23 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 1,224 | 58 | 225 | 22 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 1,149 | 53 | 214 | 20 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 1,107 | 56 | 207 | 18 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 1,048 | 50 | 185 | 17 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 1,018 | 47 | 180 | 15 |
Quality Earnings: JBTM has a large one-off loss of $99.8M impacting its last 12 months of financial results to 31st March, 2026.
Growing Profit Margin: JBTM became profitable in the past.
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: JBTM's earnings have declined by 24.4% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: JBTM has become profitable in the last year, making the earnings growth rate difficult to compare to its 5-year average.
Earnings vs Industry: JBTM has become profitable in the last year, making it difficult to compare its past year earnings growth to the Machinery industry (2.4%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: JBTM's Return on Equity (3.8%) 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 | 2026/06/10 05:42 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/10 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
JBT Marel Corporation is covered by 16 analysts. 6 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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| Mircea Dobre | Baird |
| John Joyner | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |
| Andrew Obin | BofA Global Research |