Dover Corporation (DOV) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Dover Corporation stock (DOV) is currently trading at $215.16. Dover Corporation PE ratio is 27.02. Dover Corporation PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 3.65. Analyst consensus price target for DOV is $231.71. WallStSmart rates DOV as Hold.
- DOV PE ratio analysis and historical PE chart
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- DOV intrinsic value — DCF, Graham Number, EPV models
- DOV stock price prediction 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
- DOV fair value vs current price
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- Is DOV undervalued or overvalued?
- Dover Corporation financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- DOV Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- DOV analyst price target and Smart Rating
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DOV Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Dover Corporation (DOV)
DOV trades 330% above its Graham fair value of $54.26, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Dover Corporation (DOV) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in market cap, institutional own.. Concerns around eps growth. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.
Dover Corporation (DOV) Key Strengths (3)
92.25% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Large-cap company with substantial market presence
Solid profitability: $15 profit per $100 equity
Dover Corporation (DOV) Areas to Watch (7)
Earnings declining -80.10%, profits shrinking
Premium pricing at 3.8x book value
Modest revenue growth at 8.80%
Growth is fairly priced, not cheap, not expensive
Decent operational efficiency, solid but not exceptional
Revenue is fairly priced at 3.65x sales
Decent profitability, keeps $14 per $100 revenue
Supporting Valuation Data
Dover Corporation (DOV) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 56/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 3 register as strengths (avg 8.7/10) while 7 fall into concern territory (avg 4.6/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Institutional Own., Market Cap, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 15.30%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are EPS Growth, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.86), Price/Sales (3.65), Price/Book (3.81) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 8.80%, EPS Growth at -80.10%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Operating Margin at 18.20%, Profit Margin at 13.50%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether EPS Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 15.30% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 8.80% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Institutional Own., Market Cap) and negatives (EPS Growth, Price/Book). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
DOV Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
DOV's Price-to-Sales ratio of 3.65x trades 126% above its historical average of 1.62x (99th percentile), historically expensive. The current valuation is 3% below its historical high of 3.76x set in Mar 2026, and 499% above its historical low of 0.61x in Feb 2009.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Dover Corporation (DOV) · INDUSTRIALS › SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY
The Big Picture
Dover Corporation operates as a stable business with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. Revenue reached 8.1B with 9% growth year-over-year. Profit margins of 13.5% are healthy, with room for further expansion as the business scales.
Key Findings
ROE of 1530.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
Generating 484M in free cash flow and 541M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.
What to Watch Next
Margin expansion: can Dover Corporation push profit margins above 15% as the business scales?
Sector dynamics: monitor SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Dover Corporation.
Bottom Line
Dover Corporation offers stability with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. The valuation may present an opportunity for patient investors, though limited growth means returns will likely come from dividends and modest capital appreciation rather than explosive gains.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
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About Dover Corporation(DOV)
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SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY
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Dover Corporation is an American conglomerate manufacturer of industrial products. Founded in 1955 in New York City, Dover is now based in Downers Grove, Illinois.