BMITechnology · Scientific & Technical InstrumentsThe 12 Wall Street analysts covering Badger Meter, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $164 — +23.4% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 42 of 100 as at 5 Sept 2026 — in the lower half.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Badger Meter, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested
Quality (94): The business earns solid, repeatable profits on what it owns.
Momentum (11): The shares have been drifting down relative to others.
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The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on BMI, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
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The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +23.4% from it.
Of the 20 most recent actions, 2 moved their price target up and 5 moved it down.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 July 2026 | Barclays | Maintains | Underweight | $109 → $112 |
| 23 July 2026 | Baird | Maintains | Outperform | $170 → $167 |
| 23 July 2026 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Overweight | $172 → $170 |
| 23 July 2026 | RBC Capital | Maintains | Outperform | $169 → $162 |
| 23 July 2026 | Stifel | Maintains | Buy | $170 → $165 |
| 20 July 2026 | Stifel | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 20 July 2026 | Stifel | Maintains | Buy | $140 → $170 |
| 13 July 2026 | Barclays | Maintains | Underweight | — |
| 13 July 2026 | Barclays | Maintains | Underweight | $110 → $109 |
| 23 Apr 2026 | Maxim Group | Downgrade | Hold | — |
| 20 Apr 2026 | Baird | Maintains | Outperform | — |
| 20 Apr 2026 | Barclays | Maintains | Underweight | — |
| 20 Apr 2026 | RBC Capital | Maintains | Outperform | — |
| 20 Apr 2026 | Stifel | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 17 Apr 2026 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 14 Apr 2026 | Stifel | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 30 Mar 2026 | Baird | Upgrade | Outperform | — |
| 2 Feb 2026 | Argus Research | Downgrade | Hold | — |
| 29 Jan 2026 | Barclays | Maintains | Underweight | — |
| 29 Jan 2026 | Jefferies | Maintains | Buy | — |
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.
Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. BMI appears on the weeks it earns a place.
Both lines are total return — dividends reinvested — so the comparison is honest on both sides.
Over the twelve months to 4 Sept 2026, Badger Meter, Inc. returned −26.9% against +20.0% for the S&P 500, dividends included.
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Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.
A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.
Cheaper than 25% of US stocks
Cheaper than 29% of US stocks
Cheaper than 19% of US stocks
Cheaper than 16% of US stocks
Higher than 18% of US stocks
Higher than 24% of US stocks
Higher than 51% of US stocks
Higher than 76% of US stocks
Higher than 76% of US stocks
Higher than 79% of US stocks
Higher than 93% of US stocks
Higher than 32% of US dividend payers
Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.
The headline figures, each with its date. Every row carries its own link — cite it straight from here.
Badger Meter, Inc. has a market value of $3.8B and an enterprise value of $3.8B.
Revenue in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: $881.0M. The latest quarter shrank 6.6% year on year.
Net income over the same four quarters: $125.7M, a 14.3% net margin.
Diluted earnings per share, trailing twelve months: $4.28.
Free cash flow in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: $150.3M.
Badger Meter, Inc. spent $46.8M on dividends in the twelve months to 30 June 2026.
Trailing P/E: 31.0×; forward P/E: 26.6× — the forward figure prices analyst consensus estimates, not reported earnings.
Forward dividend yield: 1.33%, paying out 37% of earnings.
Badger Meter, Inc. employs 2,477 people — $356K of revenue per employee.
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Badger Meter shares rose 2.58% to close at $136.02, outperforming the broader stock market in the latest trading session. Zacks highlighted the move as the company lapping the market.
Why it matters — A BMI watcher would care because a stock price gain that beats the broader market signals improving investor sentiment and market strength for the company.
Seeking Alpha published its September 2026 Top 25 High-Growth Dividend Stocks list, which targets quality companies trading below intrinsic value with strong long-term return potential. The list is grouped into Deep Value, Growth At A Price, and Balanced Opportunities categories, each reflecting different valuation and growth profiles.
Why it matters — The article identifies high-growth dividend stocks considered undervalued by dividend yield theory, a framework BMI watchers may use to assess whether the company could appear on such a list.
Bernstein Liebhard LLP announced it is investigating potential breaches of fiduciary duty by certain directors and officers of Badger Meter, Inc. (NYSE: BMI). The law firm is examining the conduct of company leadership related to these allegations.
Why it matters — BMI watchers would care because a shareholder investigation into potential breaches of fiduciary duty by company officers and directors could signal governance or legal concerns for the company.
MarketBeat highlighted three companies, including Badger Meter, as balanced picks that combine dependable, stable returns with strong growth potential, positioning them as ready to rally. The article notes these firms exist at the intersection of stability and opportunity for returns.
Why it matters — A BMI watcher would care because Badger Meter was singled out among a small group of companies praised for blending steady performance with growth potential, reinforcing its reputation as a balanced investment.
In the most recent trading day, Badger Meter (BMI) shares closed at $135.61, a -1.84% move from the preceding trading day, representing a dip greater than that of the broader market.
Why it matters — A BMI watcher would care because the stock underperformed the broader market in the latest session, reflecting weaker relative performance for the company on that trading day.
The 12 Wall Street analysts covering Badger Meter, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $164, with estimates ranging from $112 to $170. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 12 analysts covering Badger Meter, Inc., 7 rate it a Buy, 4 a Hold and 1 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Badger Meter, Inc. 42 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 5 Sept 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.
As at 5 Sept 2026, Badger Meter, Inc. ranks 42 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Quality (94 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 12 analysts implies +23.4% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Badger Meter, Inc. 42 out of 100 as at 5 Sept 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering Badger Meter, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for BMI are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $112 to $170 over the next 12 months.
Badger Meter, Inc. returned -26.9% over the 12 months to 4 Sept 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Badger Meter, Inc. is a water technology company that develops flow measurement, quality, control, and communication solutions for utility, municipal, commercial, and industrial customers.
The most recent item we track (Zacks Investment Research, 3 Sept 2026): "Badger Meter (BMI) Laps the Stock Market: Here's Why". Badger Meter shares rose 2.58% to close at $136.02, outperforming the broader stock market in the latest trading session. Zacks highlighted the move as the company lapping the market.
Badger Meter, Inc. is a water technology company that develops flow measurement, quality, control, and communication solutions for utility, municipal, commercial, and industrial customers. Its product portfolio includes water meters, meter reading and analytics technologies, pressure and leak detection tools, water quality monitoring instruments, and connected communication devices that help capture and transmit usage data. The company also offers software and cloud-based platforms that support data visualization, operational monitoring, and water management workflows. Badger Meter serves organizations involved in water distribution, wastewater management, and industrial process measurement, where accurate monitoring and timely data are essential for efficient operations. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Badger Meter focuses on helping customers measure, manage, and protect water resources through integrated hardware, software, and service solutions.
CEO Mr. Kenneth C. Bockhorst · 2,477 employees · United States · https://www.badgermeter.com
