Nordson Corporation (NDSN) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Nordson Corporation stock (NDSN) is currently trading at $270.85. Nordson Corporation PE ratio is 29.16. Nordson Corporation PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 5.28. Analyst consensus price target for NDSN is $307.38. WallStSmart rates NDSN as Moderate Buy.
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- NDSN analyst price target and Smart Rating
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NDSN Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Nordson Corporation (NDSN)
NDSN trades at a significant discount to its Graham intrinsic value of $431.96, offering a 32% margin of safety — a level value investors typically seek before buying.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Nordson Corporation (NDSN) · 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, operating margin, eps growth. Overall metrics suggest strong investment potential with favorable risk/reward.
Nordson Corporation (NDSN) Key Strengths (6)
Earnings per share surging 44.20% year-over-year
77.43% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Large-cap company with substantial market presence
Strong operational efficiency: $25 kept per $100 revenue
Strong profitability: $18 kept per $100 revenue
Solid profitability: $18 profit per $100 equity
Nordson Corporation (NDSN) Areas to Watch (4)
Premium valuation at 5.3x annual revenue
Premium pricing at 4.8x book value
Modest revenue growth at 8.80%
Growth is fairly priced, not cheap, not expensive
Supporting Valuation Data
Nordson Corporation (NDSN) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 67/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a B- grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 6 register as strengths (avg 8.7/10) while 4 fall into concern territory (avg 4.5/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on EPS Growth, Institutional Own., Market Cap. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 17.50%, Operating Margin at 25.00%, Profit Margin at 18.40%. Growth metrics are encouraging with EPS Growth at 44.20%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are Price/Sales, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.81), Price/Sales (5.28), Price/Book (4.82) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 8.80%, which may limit upside.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Price/Sales improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 17.50% 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. The weight of evidence leans positive, with more strengths than concerns. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (EPS Growth, Institutional Own.) and negatives (Price/Sales, 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.
NDSN Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
NDSN's Price-to-Sales ratio of 5.28x trades 68% above its historical average of 3.15x (95th percentile), historically expensive. The current valuation is 12% below its historical high of 6.01x set in Mar 2011, and 329% above its historical low of 1.23x in Feb 2009.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Nordson Corporation (NDSN) · INDUSTRIALS › SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY
The Big Picture
Nordson Corporation is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 2.8B with 9% growth year-over-year. Profit margins of 18.4% are healthy, with room for further expansion as the business scales.
Key Findings
Generating 123M in free cash flow and 140M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.
What to Watch Next
Sector dynamics: monitor SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Nordson Corporation.
Bottom Line
Nordson Corporation is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 18.4% margins. The growth phase may be slowing, but strong cash generation and operational efficiency make it suitable for investors seeking reliability over excitement.
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 Nordson Corporation(NDSN)
NASDAQ
INDUSTRIALS
SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY
USA
Nordson Corporation designs, manufactures, and markets products and systems for dispensing, applying, and controlling adhesives, coatings, polymers, sealants, biomaterials, and other fluids globally. The company is headquartered in Westlake, Ohio.