ESETechnology · Scientific & Technical InstrumentsThe 4 Wall Street analysts covering ESCO Technologies, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $399 — +30.5% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 89 of 100 as at 15 Aug 2026 — inside the top quartile. Here, the model and the Street point the same way.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores ESCO Technologies, 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
Issuance (93): The share count has been shrinking and the company is not leaning on new borrowing.
Value (28): The shares cost a lot relative to the profits and assets behind them.
Size (18): Larger than most of the companies we track — more scrutinised, less often mispriced.
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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.
The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +30.5% from it.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 June 2026 | JP Morgan | Initiates | Overweight | $420 |
| 25 Mar 2026 | Deutsche Bank | Initiates | Buy | — |
| 9 Feb 2026 | Stephens & Co. | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 24 Nov 2025 | Stephens & Co. | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 9 May 2025 | Benchmark | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 27 Feb 2025 | Stephens & Co. | Reiterates | Overweight | — |
| 11 Feb 2025 | Benchmark | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 15 Nov 2024 | Benchmark | Reiterates | Buy | — |
| 5 Nov 2024 | Benchmark | Reiterates | Buy | — |
| 21 Oct 2024 | Benchmark | Initiates | Buy | — |
| 27 Sept 2024 | Stephens & Co. | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 9 July 2024 | Stephens & Co. | Reiterates | Overweight | — |
| 5 Jan 2024 | Sidoti & Co. | Downgrade | Neutral | — |
| 28 Aug 2023 | Stephens & Co. | Reiterates | Overweight | — |
| 21 Nov 2022 | Stephens & Co. | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 28 Sept 2021 | Sidoti & Co. | Upgrade | Buy | — |
| 9 July 2019 | Stephens & Co. | Initiates | Equal-Weight | — |
| 8 Aug 2018 | B. Riley FBR | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 8 Aug 2018 | B. Riley Securities | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 13 June 2017 | Wunderlich | Initiates | 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.
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ESCO Technologies reported third-quarter fiscal 2026 results marked by organic sales growth, higher profitability and record backlog, with strong demand across its aerospace and defense, utility solutions and test businesses.
Why it matters — A ESE watcher would care because organic growth, higher profitability and record backlog signal sustained business momentum across its key segments.
Seeking Alpha published the transcript of ESCO Technologies Inc.'s (ESE) Q3 2026 earnings call. The transcript provides a record of management's discussion of the company's third-quarter fiscal 2026 results.
Why it matters — A transcript of the Q3 2026 earnings call gives ESE watchers direct access to management's commentary on quarterly performance.
ESCO Technologies reported third-quarter earnings of $2.20 per share, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.12 per share. This compares with earnings of $1.60 per share a year earlier.
Why it matters — The earnings beat the consensus estimate and showed year-over-year growth, providing ESE watchers with a positive signal on the company's quarterly performance.
ESCO Technologies reported its third quarter fiscal 2026 financial results. Q3 sales rose 14% to $339 million, GAAP EPS from continuing operations increased 31% to $1.26, and adjusted EPS from continuing operations increased 38% to $2.20.
Why it matters — ESCO watchers would note the company's reported growth in both sales and earnings for the quarter.
Zacks Investment Research reported that ESCO Technologies (ESE) appears to have the right combination of two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report.
Why it matters — An ESE watcher would care because a likely earnings beat could indicate the company is performing better than expected, which may influence how investors view the stock's near-term prospects.
The 4 Wall Street analysts covering ESCO Technologies, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $399, with estimates ranging from $345 to $420. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 4 analysts covering ESCO Technologies, Inc., 4 rate it a Buy, 0 a Hold and 0 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks ESCO Technologies, Inc. 89 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 15 Aug 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.
As at 15 Aug 2026, ESCO Technologies, Inc. ranks 89 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 Issuance (93 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 4 analysts implies +30.5% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks ESCO Technologies, Inc. 89 out of 100 as at 15 Aug 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering ESCO Technologies, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for ESE are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $345 to $420 over the next 12 months.
ESCO Technologies, Inc. returned +62.8% over the 12 months to 14 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Esco Technologies Inc. is a diversified manufacturer specializing in engineered products and solutions serving a range of industrial and commercial markets globally.
The most recent item we track (MarketBeat, 8 Aug 2026): "ESCO Technologies Q3 Earnings Call Highlights". ESCO Technologies reported third-quarter fiscal 2026 results marked by organic sales growth, higher profitability and record backlog, with strong demand across its aerospace and defense, utility solutions and test businesses.
Esco Technologies Inc. is a diversified manufacturer specializing in engineered products and solutions serving a range of industrial and commercial markets globally. The company operates through several business segments, including Aerospace & Defense, Utility Solutions Group, and RF Shielding & Test. Esco Technologies provides critical components and systems that enhance operational efficiency, safety, and productivity. Its Aerospace & Defense sector supplies innovative communication, navigation, and test equipment essential for both commercial aviation and military applications. The Utility Solutions Group delivers smart grid solutions encompassing data acquisition systems, control devices, and testing services tailored for utilities looking to optimize their energy networks. Meanwhile, the RF Shielding & Test segment plays a significant role in providing electromagnetic interference shielding and specialized test services, crucial for compliance and performance in the electronics, automotive, and telecommunications industries. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, Esco Technologies Inc. is renowned for its engineering excellence, contributing to advancements in critical infrastructure and enhancing technological capabilities across various sectors.
CEO Mr. Bryan H. Sayler · 3,359 employees · United States · https://www.escotechnologies.com