Methode Electronics (MEI) Stock Overview
Designs, engineers, produces, and sells mechatronic products internationally. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
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| Valuation | 5/6 |
| Future Growth | 3/6 |
| Past Performance | 0/6 |
| Financial Health | 3/6 |
| Dividends | 2/6 |
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Methode Electronics, Inc. Competitors
Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$11.54 |
| 52 Week High | US$15.55 |
| 52 Week Low | US$4.88 |
| Beta | 1.45 |
| 1 Month Change | 33.72% |
| 3 Month Change | 36.25% |
| 1 Year Change | 45.16% |
| 3 Year Change | -74.03% |
| 5 Year Change | -76.57% |
| Change since IPO | 422.57% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • May 22
MEI: Narrowed 2026 Sales Outlook And Margin Assumptions Will Shape Future Returns
Analysts have modestly adjusted their $10.00 price target on Methode Electronics, reflecting updated views on its discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions. What's in the News Methode Electronics revised its full-year fiscal 2026 net sales guidance to a range of $950 million to $1 billion, narrowing the prior outlook of $900 million to $1 billion (Corporate guidance).Seeking Alpha • May 08
Methode Electronics: Still Waiting For Real Turnaround Proof
Summary Methode Electronics remains a hold as Q3 results show no clear turnaround, with weak profitability and a cut in FY2026 guidance. The automotive segment continues to drag on MEI, posting an 8.2% YoY revenue drop and increasing operating losses, undermining overall transformation efforts. The industrial segment demonstrates strength with 9.5% YoY revenue growth and a 20.6% operating margin, while Power Solutions shows promising long-term growth potential. Despite cash flow improvements and portfolio simplification, MEI's weak adjusted EBITDA margin and persistent automotive losses limit confidence in a near-term rebound. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Apr 29
MEI: Refined 2026 Guidance And Margins Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have modestly adjusted their price target on Methode Electronics to $10.00, reflecting updated assumptions around discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E, which they see as better aligning the valuation with current conditions. What's in the News Methode Electronics revised its full year fiscal 2026 net sales guidance to a range of $950 million to $1 billion, narrowing the prior outlook of $900 million to $1 billion (company guidance).
Narrative Update • Apr 15
MEI: Higher Guidance Range Will Support Future Upside Despite Margin Pressure
Analysts have reduced their fair value estimate for Methode Electronics from $9.50 to $8.25, reflecting updated assumptions that combine a higher discount rate and P/E multiple with modest revenue growth and a lower profit margin outlook. What's in the News Methode Electronics updated its full-year fiscal 2026 net sales guidance to a range of US$950 million to US$1 billion, narrowing its prior outlook of US$900 million to US$1 billion (company guidance).Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 22
MEI: Narrowed 2026 Sales Outlook And Margin Assumptions Will Shape Future Returns
Analysts have modestly adjusted their $10.00 price target on Methode Electronics, reflecting updated views on its discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions. What's in the News Methode Electronics revised its full-year fiscal 2026 net sales guidance to a range of $950 million to $1 billion, narrowing the prior outlook of $900 million to $1 billion (Corporate guidance).Seeking Alpha • May 08
Methode Electronics: Still Waiting For Real Turnaround Proof
Summary Methode Electronics remains a hold as Q3 results show no clear turnaround, with weak profitability and a cut in FY2026 guidance. The automotive segment continues to drag on MEI, posting an 8.2% YoY revenue drop and increasing operating losses, undermining overall transformation efforts. The industrial segment demonstrates strength with 9.5% YoY revenue growth and a 20.6% operating margin, while Power Solutions shows promising long-term growth potential. Despite cash flow improvements and portfolio simplification, MEI's weak adjusted EBITDA margin and persistent automotive losses limit confidence in a near-term rebound. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Apr 29
MEI: Refined 2026 Guidance And Margins Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have modestly adjusted their price target on Methode Electronics to $10.00, reflecting updated assumptions around discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E, which they see as better aligning the valuation with current conditions. What's in the News Methode Electronics revised its full year fiscal 2026 net sales guidance to a range of $950 million to $1 billion, narrowing the prior outlook of $900 million to $1 billion (company guidance).Narrative Update • Apr 15
MEI: Higher Guidance Range Will Support Future Upside Despite Margin Pressure
Analysts have reduced their fair value estimate for Methode Electronics from $9.50 to $8.25, reflecting updated assumptions that combine a higher discount rate and P/E multiple with modest revenue growth and a lower profit margin outlook. What's in the News Methode Electronics updated its full-year fiscal 2026 net sales guidance to a range of US$950 million to US$1 billion, narrowing its prior outlook of US$900 million to US$1 billion (company guidance).Narrative Update • Apr 01
MEI: Refined 2026 Guidance And Margins Will Underpin Bullish Upside Potential
Analysts have nudged their price target on Methode Electronics down by $0.50, citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E that refine their overall view rather than signaling a major shift. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts view the modest $0.50 trim to the price target as a fine tuning of their framework rather than a shift in conviction, keeping an overall constructive stance on Methode Electronics.Narrative Update • Mar 17
MEI: Updated 2026 Sales Guidance And Execution Discipline Will Support Bullish Case
Analysts have reduced their price target on Methode Electronics by $0.50, citing updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins, discount rate, and future P/E that together indicate a more measured outlook for the shares. Analyst Commentary Despite the modest $0.50 reduction in the price target, bullish analysts still highlight several supportive factors that keep Methode Electronics on their radar, especially for investors focusing on execution and valuation discipline.
Narrative Update • Mar 03
MEI: 2026 Guidance And Discount Assumptions Will Continue To Shape A Balanced Outlook
Analysts trimmed their price target on Methode Electronics by $0.50, reflecting updated views on discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts cutting their price targets by $0.50 are signaling a more cautious stance on Methode Electronics, with a focus on how assumptions about discount rates, revenue, margins, and future P/E might affect the stock's risk and reward profile.Narrative Update • Feb 17
MEI: 2026 Guidance And Discount Assumptions Will Shape A Cautious Yet Balanced Outlook
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Methode Electronics by $0.50, citing updates in discount rate assumptions, revenue growth expectations, profit margin outlook, and future P/E multiples as key drivers of the revision. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts cutting their price target by $0.50 are signaling a more cautious stance on Methode Electronics, with the changes linked directly to updated assumptions on discount rates, revenue growth, margins, and future P/E multiples.Analysis Article • Feb 04
Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE:MEI) Held Back By Insufficient Growth Even After Shares Climb 27%
The Methode Electronics, Inc. ( NYSE:MEI ) share price has done very well over the last month, posting an excellent...Narrative Update • Feb 03
MEI: 2026 Guidance And Revised Assumptions Will Shape A Measured Outlook
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Methode Electronics by US$0.50, citing updated assumptions around the discount rate, long-term revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E expectations. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts have reacted to the revised assumptions on discount rate, long term revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E by trimming their price targets, including a US$0.50 cut in the latest update.Analysis Article • Jan 28
Is It Too Late To Consider Buying Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE:MEI)?
While Methode Electronics, Inc. ( NYSE:MEI ) might not have the largest market cap around , it led the NYSE gainers...
New Narrative • Jan 23
METHODE ELECTRONICS (MEI): A Short Circuit or Just a Blown Fuse?
Originally posted Jan 22 on the Woodworth Contrarian News page : https://www.woodworth.fund/news/methode-electronics-mei-a-short-circuit-or-just-a-blown-fuse Brought to you by Drew Millegan & The Woodworth Contrarian Fund If you want to clear a room at a cocktail party in 2026, tell them you’re excited about an auto-parts supplier undergoing a "transformation" during an EV slowdown. If you want to clear the room even faster, mention that its revenue is down double-digits and it just missed earnings.Narrative Update • Jan 20
MEI: Future Margin Recovery And 2026 Guidance Will Support A Higher Share Price
Analysts have reduced their fair value estimate for Methode Electronics from US$9.00 to US$8.50, citing slightly softer margin expectations and updated assumptions on growth and discount rates reflected in recent research. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts cutting their fair value estimates, including the recent trim from US$9.00 to US$8.50, are signaling a more cautious stance on Methode Electronics.Narrative Update • Jan 05
MEI: Dividend Commitment And 2026 Revenue Outlook Will Support Bullish Case
Analysts have reduced their price target on Methode Electronics from $12.00 to $10.00, citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E that slightly temper the company’s fair value outlook. What's in the News Methode Electronics reaffirmed earnings guidance for fiscal 2026, with expected sales in a range of US$900 million to US$1,000 million, giving you a sense of the revenue scale management is planning for (company guidance).Narrative Update • Dec 14
MEI: Future Dividend And Earnings Outlook Will Support A Higher Share Price
Analysts have raised their price target on Methode Electronics by approximately 29 percent to reflect a modest return to revenue growth, a slightly higher required return, and expectations for a richer future earnings multiple, despite a marginally lower profit margin outlook. What's in the News Methode Electronics reaffirmed its earnings guidance for fiscal 2026, projecting sales in the range of $900 million to $1,000 million (Company guidance).Analysis Article • Dec 07
Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE:MEI) Just Reported, And Analysts Assigned A US$9.50 Price Target
Methode Electronics, Inc. ( NYSE:MEI ) investors will be delighted, with the company turning in some strong numbers...Analysis Article • Dec 04
Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE:MEI) Held Back By Insufficient Growth Even After Shares Climb 28%
The Methode Electronics, Inc. ( NYSE:MEI ) share price has done very well over the last month, posting an excellent...Analysis Article • Sep 12
Earnings Update: Here's Why Analysts Just Lifted Their Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE:MEI) Price Target To US$10.25
As you might know, Methode Electronics, Inc. ( NYSE:MEI ) just kicked off its latest first-quarter results with some...Narrative Update • Aug 26
Data Center And EV Demand Will Unlock Long-Term Opportunity
The notable reduction in Methode Electronics’ consensus revenue growth forecast, now projecting a steeper annual decline, has driven a lower analyst price target from $10.50 to $9.50. What's in the News Methode Electronics provided fiscal 2026 net sales guidance of $900 million to $1,000 million.Analysis Article • Aug 13
Is Methode Electronics (NYSE:MEI) Using Debt Sensibly?
NYSE:MEI 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Methode Electronics's Fair Values from the Community and select yours...Analysis Article • Jul 05
Improved Revenues Required Before Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE:MEI) Stock's 26% Jump Looks Justified
Methode Electronics, Inc. ( NYSE:MEI ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 26% gain in the last month...Analysis Article • May 09
Methode Electronics, Inc.'s (NYSE:MEI) Share Price Boosted 32% But Its Business Prospects Need A Lift Too
Those holding Methode Electronics, Inc. ( NYSE:MEI ) shares would be relieved that the share price has rebounded 32% in...Analysis Article • Apr 28
What Does Methode Electronics, Inc.'s (NYSE:MEI) Share Price Indicate?
Methode Electronics, Inc. ( NYSE:MEI ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw a decent share price growth of 20...
New Narrative • Apr 26
New Program Launches And Leadership Refresh Will Transform Markets
Methode Electronics anticipates future revenue growth through new program launches and demand in non-transportation sectors.Analysis Article • Apr 10
Methode Electronics (NYSE:MEI) Will Pay A Dividend Of $0.14
Methode Electronics, Inc. ( NYSE:MEI ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.14 per share on the 2nd of May...Seeking Alpha • Mar 27
Methode Electronics: Manufacturing Challenges, Legal Risks And The Potential Of Electric Vehicles
Summary Methode Electronics faces significant risks due to production delays, quality issues, and legal troubles, despite operating in the growing EV sector. Financial struggles include a revenue drop from $1.179.6 million in 2022 to $1.068.3 million in 2024, and a net income decline to -$91.6 million. Positive aspects include a $200 million share repurchase program, a robust project pipeline in EVs, and a long history of dividend payments. A HOLD rating is advised, balancing operational and regulatory challenges with potential upside from new EV programs and strategic initiatives. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Mar 25
Methode Electronics (NYSE:MEI) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.14
Methode Electronics, Inc. ( NYSE:MEI ) will pay a dividend of $0.14 on the 2nd of May. Based on this payment, the...Analysis Article • Mar 07
Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By Methode Electronics, Inc.'s (NYSE:MEI) 36% Share Price Plunge
Unfortunately for some shareholders, the Methode Electronics, Inc. ( NYSE:MEI ) share price has dived 36% in the last...Analysis Article • Mar 05
Calculating The Intrinsic Value Of Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE:MEI)
Key Insights Methode Electronics' estimated fair value is US$8.68 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity With...Analysis Article • Jan 13
Methode Electronics (NYSE:MEI) Is Carrying A Fair Bit Of Debt
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...Analysis Article • Dec 16
Methode Electronics (NYSE:MEI) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.14
Methode Electronics, Inc. ( NYSE:MEI ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.14 per share on the 31st of...Analysis Article • Dec 08
Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE:MEI) Released Earnings Last Week And Analysts Lifted Their Price Target To US$14.67
Methode Electronics, Inc. ( NYSE:MEI ) just released its quarterly report and things are looking bullish. Results...Analysis Article • Nov 07
Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By Methode Electronics, Inc.'s (NYSE:MEI) Low P/S
You may think that with a price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.3x Methode Electronics, Inc. ( NYSE:MEI ) is a stock...Analysis Article • Oct 02
Methode Electronics (NYSE:MEI) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.14
The board of Methode Electronics, Inc. ( NYSE:MEI ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.14 per share on the...Analysis Article • Sep 15
Methode Electronics (NYSE:MEI) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of $0.14
The board of Methode Electronics, Inc. ( NYSE:MEI ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.14 per share on the...Analysis Article • Jul 12
Improved Revenues Required Before Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE:MEI) Stock's 32% Jump Looks Justified
Methode Electronics, Inc. ( NYSE:MEI ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 32% after a shaky period...Shareholder Returns
| MEI | US Electronic | US Market | |
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| 7D | 2.7% | 1.8% | 1.6% |
| 1Y | 45.2% | 97.5% | 28.5% |
Return vs Industry: MEI underperformed the US Electronic industry which returned 98.6% over the past year.
Return vs Market: MEI exceeded the US Market which returned 28.6% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| MEI volatility | |
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| MEI Average Weekly Movement | 18.1% |
| Electronic Industry Average Movement | 9.2% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.8% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.0% |
Stable Share Price: MEI's share price has been volatile over the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: MEI's weekly volatility has increased from 12% to 18% over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | 6,500 | Jon DeGaynor | www.methode.com |
Methode Electronics, Inc. designs, engineers, produces, and sells mechatronic products internationally. The company operates in three segments: Automotive, Industrial, and Interface. The Automotive segment supplies electronic and electro-mechanical devices and related products to automobile original equipment manufacturers directly or through their tiered suppliers.
Methode Electronics, Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| MEI fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$408.87m |
| Earnings (TTM) | -US$64.40m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$978.20m |
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P/S Ratio-6.3x
P/E RatioIs MEI overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| MEI income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$978.20m |
| Cost of Revenue | US$827.80m |
| Gross Profit | US$150.40m |
| Other Expenses | US$214.80m |
| Earnings | -US$64.40m |
Last Reported Earnings
Jan 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | -1.82 |
| Gross Margin | 15.38% |
| Net Profit Margin | -6.58% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 51.1% |
How did MEI perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
1.7%
Current Dividend Yield-17%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/31 14:31 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/29 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/01/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/05/03 |
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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| 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
Methode Electronics, Inc. is covered by 5 analysts. 3 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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| Luke Junk | Baird |
| Gary Prestopino | Barrington Research Associates, Inc. |
| Christopher Van Horn | B. Riley Securities, Inc. |