Mettler-Toledo International (MTD) Stock Overview
Manufactures and supplies precision instruments and services in the Americas, Europe, Asia, and internationally. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 2/6 |
| Future Growth | 2/6 |
| Past Performance | 3/6 |
| Financial Health | 2/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
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| Current Share Price | US$1,151.57 |
| 52 Week High | US$1,525.17 |
| 52 Week Low | US$1,023.05 |
| Beta | 1.26 |
| 1 Month Change | 11.63% |
| 3 Month Change | -3.35% |
| 1 Year Change | 0.087% |
| 3 Year Change | -10.30% |
| 5 Year Change | -16.37% |
| Change since IPO | 7,641.65% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Jun 03
MTD: Automation And Emerging Markets Will Support EPS Upside Despite Geopolitical Risks
Analysts have trimmed their average price target for Mettler-Toledo International from about $1,344.50 to roughly $1,327.83. This reflects updated assumptions around fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E expectations.Narrative Update • May 15
MTD: 2026 Local Currency Sales Outlook Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price target for Mettler-Toledo International from about $1,488 to roughly $1,345, citing updated assumptions that include slightly different revenue growth, profit margin, discount rate, and future P/E expectations. What's in the News Mettler-Toledo International issued new earnings guidance for the second quarter of 2026, indicating an anticipated local currency sales increase of approximately 3% (company guidance).Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 03
MTD: Automation And Emerging Markets Will Support EPS Upside Despite Geopolitical Risks
Analysts have trimmed their average price target for Mettler-Toledo International from about $1,344.50 to roughly $1,327.83. This reflects updated assumptions around fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E expectations.Narrative Update • May 15
MTD: 2026 Local Currency Sales Outlook Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price target for Mettler-Toledo International from about $1,488 to roughly $1,345, citing updated assumptions that include slightly different revenue growth, profit margin, discount rate, and future P/E expectations. What's in the News Mettler-Toledo International issued new earnings guidance for the second quarter of 2026, indicating an anticipated local currency sales increase of approximately 3% (company guidance).Narrative Update • Apr 27
MTD: Ongoing Buybacks And 2026 Sales Outlook Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have reduced their price target for Mettler-Toledo International by about $10. This change reflects slightly updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, revenue growth and future P/E, while projected profit margins are expected to remain broadly similar.Narrative Update • Apr 10
MTD: Extensive Buybacks And 2026 Sales Outlook Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price target for Mettler-Toledo International by about $7 to $1,498, reflecting small adjustments to fair value, discount rate, revenue growth and profit margin assumptions, along with a slightly lower future P/E estimate. What's in the News Mettler-Toledo International reported completion of a long running share repurchase program first announced on February 9, 2010, having bought back a total of 17,805,987 shares, or 66.06%, for US$9,514.61m under the authorization.Narrative Update • Mar 26
MTD: Ongoing Share Buybacks And 2026 Sales Outlook Will Support Upside Potential
Analysts have nudged their price target for Mettler-Toledo International slightly higher to $1,505 from $1,501, reflecting small adjustments to fair value, discount rate, revenue growth assumptions, profit margin expectations, and future P/E estimates. What's in the News Mettler-Toledo International repurchased 104,192 shares between October 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025, representing 0.51% of its shares for US$143.75 million under its ongoing buyback program.Narrative Update • Mar 11
MTD: Ongoing Buybacks And 2026 Sales Outlook Will Support Upside Potential
Analysts have kept their $1,501 price target on Mettler-Toledo International steady, with small shifts in discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions reflecting fine tuning rather than a change in their overall view of the stock. What's in the News Between October 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025, Mettler-Toledo International repurchased 104,192 shares for US$143.75 million, representing 0.51% of its shares.Narrative Update • Feb 25
MTD: Buybacks And 2026 Sales Outlook Will Support Balanced Return Prospects
Analysts have maintained their $1,501 fair value estimate for Mettler-Toledo International while slightly adjusting underlying assumptions such as the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E. These changes reflect updated views on the company’s risk profile and earnings power without altering the overall price target.Narrative Update • Feb 10
MTD: Buybacks And Modest 2026 Sales Outlook Will Support Measured Returns
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Mettler-Toledo International slightly, to about US$1,501 from roughly US$1,504. This change reflects updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and a lower future P/E multiple.Narrative Update • Jan 26
MTD: Buybacks And Small Acquisitions Will Support Measured Returns Ahead
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Mettler-Toledo International slightly higher to about US$1,504, a modest move they link to small adjustments in the assumed discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E. What's in the News Mettler-Toledo plans to continue using free cash flow primarily for share repurchases and small bolt on acquisitions, with management highlighting recent deals such as the Genie Vortex mixers to expand its life science equipment portfolio, including pipettes, shakers and related products (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Jan 12
MTD: Buybacks And Bolt On Deals Will Support Steady Returns Ahead
Analysts have nudged their price target for Mettler-Toledo International higher by about US$8 to reflect slightly revised fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions. What's in the News Mettler-Toledo plans to continue using free cash flow mainly for share repurchases and small bolt on acquisitions, including the previously acquired Genie Vortex mixers that broaden its life science equipment portfolio and complement its pipette and shaker products (Key Developments).Seeking Alpha • Dec 31
Mettler-Toledo: Performance Is Not Weighing Up To Its Valuation
Summary Mettler-Toledo International Inc. trades at a premium 30–33x earnings, with modest topline growth and controlled net debt. Its sales growth remains low single digits, but margin gains and ongoing buybacks support modest EPS improvement. Recent bolt-on M&A and operational execution have not materially shifted the risk/reward profile or valuation appeal. Despite a slight multiple compression, MDT's earnings yield and growth outlook are insufficient to warrant enthusiasm at current levels. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Dec 15
MTD: Share Repurchases And Modest M&A Will Support Measured Returns Ahead
Analysts have nudged their price target on Mettler-Toledo International slightly higher, raising fair value by about 0.2 percent to approximately 1,496 dollars. They have refined their models to reflect marginally lower discount rates and steady expectations for revenue growth, profit margins, and future valuation multiples.Narrative Update • Nov 30
MTD: Share Repurchases And Acquisitions Will Support Balanced Upside Ahead
Analysts have updated their price target for Mettler-Toledo International, maintaining it at $1,492.64. Recent refinements to key inputs such as the discount rate and future price-to-earnings ratio reflect ongoing evaluations of the company's growth prospects and profitability.Narrative Update • Nov 16
MTD: Share Repurchases And Acquisitions Will Drive Measured Gains Ahead
Analysts have raised their price target for Mettler-Toledo International from $1,343.36 to $1,492.64. This change reflects improved expectations for revenue growth and updated financial assumptions.Narrative Update • Nov 01
MTD: Future Opportunities Will Be Unlocked By Pharmaceutical And Food Expansion
Narrative Update on Mettler-Toledo International: Analyst Price Target Adjustment Analysts have raised their price target for Mettler-Toledo International, increasing the fair value estimate by $15.64 to $1,343.36. This adjustment reflects minor revisions in projected growth, margins, and market assumptions.Narrative Update • Oct 18
Pharmaceutical And Food Production Expansions Will Unlock Future Opportunities
Analysts have modestly raised their price target for Mettler-Toledo International by approximately $19 to $1,328. They cite incremental improvements in fair value and profit margin projections as the reason for this adjustment.Narrative Update • Oct 04
Pharmaceutical And Food Production Expansions Will Unlock Future Opportunities
Analysts have raised their price target for Mettler-Toledo International from $1,294.55 to $1,308.64, citing slightly improved revenue growth forecasts as well as modest adjustments in profitability and discount rates. What's in the News Between April 1, 2025 and June 30, 2025, Mettler-Toledo International repurchased 197,053 shares, representing 0.95 percent, for $218.74 million.Narrative Update • Aug 27
Pharmaceutical And Food Production Expansions Will Unlock Future Opportunities
The consensus Analyst Price Target for Mettler-Toledo International saw a marginal upward revision from $1,276 to $1,295, as key valuation metrics such as Future P/E and Discount Rate remained essentially unchanged. What's in the News Repurchased 197,053 shares (0.95%) for $218.74 million between April and June 2025; total buyback now 17,527,389 shares (64.7%) for $9,152.11 million under program initiated in 2010.Analysis Article • Aug 04
Analysts Have Made A Financial Statement On Mettler-Toledo International Inc.'s (NYSE:MTD) Second-Quarter Report
Last week, you might have seen that Mettler-Toledo International Inc. ( NYSE:MTD ) released its second-quarter result...Analysis Article • Jul 16
Calculating The Intrinsic Value Of Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (NYSE:MTD)
Key Insights Mettler-Toledo International's estimated fair value is US$1,246 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity...Analysis Article • Jun 25
Should You Think About Buying Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (NYSE:MTD) Now?
Let's talk about the popular Mettler-Toledo International Inc. ( NYSE:MTD ). The company's shares saw a significant...Seeking Alpha • Apr 21
Mettler-Toledo: Market Could Exaggerate The Impact Of Tariffs
Summary The impact of tariffs on U.S. product sales is minimal, with every 10% increase in tariffs decreasing margins by only 27 basis points. The stock is overvalued by 16% compared to its fair value of $842. Despite headwinds in China, the company’s operations there are stabilizing, with management projecting low single-digit growth for 2025. Margins will keep increasing over the long term, but capital allocation has been poor in recent years. I will buy if the stock price decreases to the $750 to $850 range. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 27
Mettler-Toledo International: Shares Are Expensive And Deserve A Downgrade
Summary Mettler-Toledo International is an interesting company, but not one that comes attractively priced. Due to mixed financial results, MTD is now even more expensive, prompting a downgrade to 'sell'. Revenue and profit inconsistencies, especially in China, and high operating costs overshadow minor improvements in gross profit margins. Upcoming financial results may show revenue growth, but much of it is due to delayed European shipments, not organic growth. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 12
Mettler-Toledo: Disconnect From Economics At More Fair Valuations
Summary Mettler-Toledo's Q3 sales were up 1% year-over-year and behind expectations. Management projects 2025 sales growth of 3% and my numbers get to ~$1 billion in NOPAT by this year. China and ex-US sales have been a drag on performance and this must be considered going forward. The combination of depressed prices, but strong fundamentals with no love shown for MTD are criteria to increase our ownership in this company. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Aug 06
Mettler-Toledo: Continued Excellence In Business Economics And Investment Debate
Summary MTD is a leading global supplier of precision instruments with a diversified product portfolio and geographic distribution. The company's operating model and buyback program position it for sustainable growth alongside free cash flows. Despite regional headwinds, MTD presents compelling value and is trading beneath its intrinsic business worth in my opinion. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • May 22
Mettler-Toledo: Putting On A Lot Of Weight
Summary Mettler-Toledo International Inc. shares have risen over 50% from their lows in the fall of last year. The company has seen solid growth over the past decade, with sales increasing by 50% to $3.8 billion, while margins improved and shares have consistently been bought back. Despite a modest anticipated recovery in sales and an improved outlook, the earnings multiple for Mettler-Toledo shares remains far too high. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Feb 15
Mettler-Toledo: Strong Cost Control And Pricing Growth Amid Weak Topline Growth
Summary Mettler-Toledo reported a -13% decline in revenue growth in Q4 FY23, with China experiencing a particularly sharp decline of 23%. The company managed to maintain a relatively flat adjusted operating margin through cost management efforts and strong pricing power. Mettler-Toledo is guiding for 1-2% revenue growth in FY24, with ongoing challenges in the Chinese healthcare industry and weak growth in the pharma and biopharma markets. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 12
Mettler-Toledo's 2023 Dip Exposes An Opportunity To Acquire This Compounder At A Discount
Summary Mettler-Toledo's stock has dropped 22% in the past year; perhaps now there is an opportunity. I believe that Mettler-Toledo is a wide-moat company, and other renowned investors share this belief as well. While there are short-term headwinds, the long-term growth prospects remain intact. There is the potential for multiple expansion in the foreseeable future. For long-term investors only. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaShareholder Returns
| MTD | US Life Sciences | US Market | |
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| 7D | -1.0% | -3.2% | 2.3% |
| 1Y | 0.09% | 11.4% | 25.5% |
Return vs Industry: MTD underperformed the US Life Sciences industry which returned 8.8% over the past year.
Return vs Market: MTD underperformed the US Market which returned 24.8% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| MTD volatility | |
|---|---|
| MTD Average Weekly Movement | 6.2% |
| Life Sciences Industry Average Movement | 8.6% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.8% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.1% |
Stable Share Price: MTD has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: MTD's weekly volatility (6%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
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| 1991 | 16,600 | Patrick Kaltenbach | www.mt.com |
Mettler-Toledo International Inc. manufactures and supplies precision instruments and services in the Americas, Europe, Asia, and internationally. It operates through five segments: U.S. Operations, Swiss Operations, Western European Operations, Chinese Operations, and Other Operations.
Mettler-Toledo International Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| MTD fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$23.33b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$875.06m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$4.09b |
26.6x
P/E Ratio5.7x
P/S RatioIs MTD overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| MTD income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$4.09b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$1.67b |
| Gross Profit | US$2.42b |
| Other Expenses | US$1.55b |
| Earnings | US$875.06m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 43.30 |
| Gross Margin | 59.19% |
| Net Profit Margin | 21.40% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | -5,321.1% |
How did MTD perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/16 04:58 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/16 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.
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.
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Analyst Sources
Mettler-Toledo International Inc. is covered by 25 analysts. 12 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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| Catherine Ramsey Schulte | Baird |
| Luke Sergott | Barclays |
| Michael Ryskin | BofA Global Research |