EMLIndustrials · Tools & AccessoriesTicker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 54 of 100 as at 4 Nov 2026 — in the upper half.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores The Eastern Co. 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
Momentum (84): The shares have been drifting up relative to others.
Growth (18): Sales and profits are flat, shrinking, or growing more slowly than they were.
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The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on EML, 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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Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
EML appears in the Radar on the weeks it earns a place.
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Both lines are total return — dividends reinvested — so the comparison is honest on both sides.
Over the twelve months to 4 Nov 2026, The Eastern Co. returned +38.4% against +14.8% 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 30% of US stocks
Cheaper than 74% of US stocks
Cheaper than 59% of US stocks
Cheaper than 27% of US stocks
Higher than 15% of US stocks
Higher than 78% of US stocks
Higher than 22% of US stocks
Higher than 49% of US stocks
Higher than 56% of US stocks
Higher than 55% of US stocks
Higher than 62% of US stocks
Higher than 76% 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.
The Eastern Co. has a market value of $172.1M and an enterprise value of $219.2M.
Revenue in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: $234.4M. The latest quarter shrank 11.9% year on year.
Net income over the same four quarters: $8.0M, a 3.4% net margin.
Free cash flow in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: $15.1M.
The Eastern Co. spent $2.4M on share buybacks and $2.7M on dividends in the twelve months to 30 June 2026.
Trailing P/E: 25.1×.
Forward dividend yield: 1.54%, paying out 38% of earnings.
The Eastern Co. employs 1,231 people — $190K of revenue per employee.
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The nearest names by industry and size, scored by the same model — like for like.
| Company | Market cap | TKN rank |
|---|---|---|
| EMLThe Eastern Co. | $172.1M | 54 |
| ZJKZJK Industrial Co., Ltd. | $93.3M | 43 |
| HLMNHillman Solutions Corp. | $1.7B | 45 |
| KMTKennametal, Inc. | $2.0B | 85 |
| CVRChicago Rivet & Machine Co. | $10.6M | 66 |
| AIRJAirJoule Technologies Corp.* | $172.4M | 18 |
| FORRForrester Research, Inc.* | $177.9M | 28 |
* Nearest Industrials names by size — few tools & accessories companies of this scale trade in the US universe.
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The Eastern Company said it will release its third-quarter 2026 financial results after market close on November 10, 2026. Management will hold a conference call and webcast at 9:00 a.m. on November 11.
Why it matters — EML watchers can note the dates and time for the company’s upcoming quarterly results and management discussion.
Zacks Investment Research upgraded The Eastern Co. (EML) to an Outperform rating, citing growth in its backlog, expansion in aerospace and defense, an improving demand outlook, and stronger cash generation capabilities as key factors behind the upgrade.
Why it matters — The rating upgrade signals improved analyst confidence in EML's backlog, aerospace and defense growth, and cash generation, which a company watcher would find noteworthy for its business outlook.
Eastern Co. reported a year-over-year decline in Q2 earnings per share, driven by lower shipment volumes, softer margins, and tariff costs. However, the company's backlog surged 45%, indicating improving business momentum.
Why it matters — EML watchers would note the near-term earnings decline against the strong backlog growth, which points to potential future revenue recovery.
Seeking Alpha published the transcript of The Eastern Company's (EML) Q2 2026 earnings call. The transcript covers the company's second-quarter fiscal 2026 results discussion.
Why it matters — An earnings call transcript gives EML watchers direct access to management's commentary on the company's quarterly performance and outlook.
Eastern (NASDAQ: EML) reported lower second-quarter sales and adjusted earnings from continuing operations. Management pointed to a sharply higher backlog, improving heavy-truck demand, and newly acquired aerospace and defense businesses as support for a stronger second half of fiscal 2026.
Why it matters — EML watchers would track whether the higher backlog and new aerospace and defense operations offset the weaker quarterly results heading into the second half of fiscal 2026.
As at 4 Nov 2026, The Eastern Co. ranks 54 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 Momentum (84 of 100).
No analyst covering The Eastern Co. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for EML are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business.
The Eastern Co. returned +38.4% over the 12 months to 4 Nov 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
The Eastern Company is an industrial manufacturer that designs, manufactures, and sells engineered solutions for commercial transportation, logistics, and broader industrial markets. The company focuses on products and services used in vehicle assembly, equipment access, security, and industrial operations, including hardware, latches, locks, hinges, packaging solutions, and related components.
The most recent item we track (Accesswire, 23 Oct 2026): "The Eastern Company Announces Timing of Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Release and Conference Call". The Eastern Company said it will release its third-quarter 2026 financial results after market close on November 10, 2026. Management will hold a conference call and webcast at 9:00 a.m. on November 11.
The Eastern Company is an industrial manufacturer that designs, manufactures, and sells engineered solutions for commercial transportation, logistics, and broader industrial markets. The company focuses on products and services used in vehicle assembly, equipment access, security, and industrial operations, including hardware, latches, locks, hinges, packaging solutions, and related components. Its offerings also include vision technology and aftermarket parts for heavy-duty truck, motorhome, and bus applications, supporting both original equipment manufacturers and end users. The Eastern Company serves customers across North America and international markets through a portfolio of specialized businesses centered on engineered products. Headquartered in Shelton, Connecticut, The Eastern Company is recognized for its role as a diversified supplier of industrial hardware and custom solutions.
CEO Mr. Ryan A. Schroeder · 1,231 employees · United States · https://www.easterncompany.com
