VLTO

Veralto Corporation

Fundamental data last updated:September 22, 2026

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company profile

SECTOR

Industrials

industry

Industrial - Pollution & Treatment Controls

Exchange

NYSE

County of HQ

US

Next Earnings Date

Pending Announcement

Business Summary

Veralto Corporation provides water analytics, water treatment, marking and coding, and packaging and color solutions worldwide. It operates through two segments, Water Quality (WQ) and Product Quality & Innovation (PQI). The WQ segment offers precision instrumentation and water treatment technologies to measure, analyze, and treat water in residential, commercial, municipal, industrial, research, and natural resource applications under the Hach, Trojan Technologies, ChemTreat and other brands. This segment also provides water solutions, including chemical reagents, services, and digital solutions. The PQI segment offers marking and coding for packaged goods and related consumables; a software solution that provides digital asset management, marketing resource management, and product information management; inline printing solutions for products and packaging with marking and coding systems; design software and imaging systems for the creation of new packaging designs; color management solutions for printed packages and consumer and industrial products; and color standard services for the design industry. This segment sells its products and services through the Videojet, Linx, Esko, X-Rite, and Pantone brands. The company serves industries, such as municipal utilities, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and industrials. The company was formerly known as DH EAS Holding Corp. and changed its name to Veralto Corporation in February 2023. Veralto Corporation was incorporated in 2022 and is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts.

 


VALUATION

P/E

21.35

Market Cap ($M USD)

$20.52B

Forward P/E

15.59

PEG

0.42

PRICE TO SALES

3.67

PRICE TO BOOK

6.88

EV / EBITDA

15.90

5-Year Average P/E

Free Cash Flow Yield

5.08%

DCF Value

$71.79

Graham Number

$32.69

Price to FCF

19.69

EV to FCF

20.87

Earnings Yield

4.68%

FCF Yield

5.08%

DIVIDEND

Yield

0.57%

Annual Payout

$0.48

Payout Ratio

11.76%

Consecutive Years of Dividend Growth

5-Year Dividend Growth Rate

Financial Health & Profitability

Earnings Per Share

$3.91

Next Year EPS Growth Estimate

$5.36

Next Year Revenue Growth Estimate

$6.63B

Return on Equity (ROE)

33.38%

FREE CASH FLOW

Operating Margin

23.12%

Debt-to-Equity

0.86

Piotroski F-Score

6

Altman Z-Score

4.45

Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)

22.81%

Current Ratio

1.48

Quick Ratio

1.32

Net Debt to EBITDA

0.90

Interest Coverage

13.90

Gross Profit margin

59.86%

FCF PER SHARE

$4.21

REVENUE PER SHARE

$22.59

Gainseekers Quantitative Analysis

Summary

The market appears to have mispriced Veralto Corporation. Recent pricing indicated it traded above its DCF value and Graham Number, suggesting a potential overvaluation. However, the Forward P/E of 16.20 and a robust Altman Z-score of 4.55 highlight financial stability and growth potential. The Earnings Yield of 4.51% suggests moderate returns, but the company’s strong Return on Equity of 33.38% underscores efficient management. Overall, the stock presents a mixed valuation picture, with safety metrics providing a cushion against market volatility.

AI Exposure / Tech Reliance

Operating in the Industrial - Pollution & Treatment Controls sector, Veralto is strategically positioned to leverage AI and modern technology. As environmental regulations tighten, the company can integrate AI-driven solutions to enhance efficiency and compliance. This adaptability ensures resilience in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.

The Bull Case

For value and GARP investors, Veralto offers compelling reasons to buy. The company boasts a strong ROIC of 22.81%, indicating superior capital efficiency. With a Piotroski F-Score of 6, it demonstrates solid financial health. Its Free Cash Flow Yield, though modest, combined with an impressive Operating Margin of 23.12%, suggests robust pricing power and operational efficiency. These metrics paint a picture of a company capable of generating sustainable cash flows and delivering shareholder value.

The Bear Case

Despite its strengths, Veralto is not without risks. The Price/Book ratio of 7.16 and Price/Sales ratio of 3.81 suggest a premium valuation, potentially limiting upside. Additionally, the stock's proximity to its 52-week high raises concerns about technical overextension. While its debt levels are manageable, the Free Cash Flow Yield of 4.89% could be more attractive. Investors should be cautious of paying too much for growth that may already be priced in.

Market Sentiment & Smart Money

Short Interest %

Analyst Consensus

Hold

Average Analyst Price Target

$106.14

Institutional Ownership %

1-Year Beta

0.93

Insider Buying % (6 Mo)

Distance to 52-Week High

31.81%

Distance to 52-Week Low

4.20%

EARNINGS SURPRISE %

4.90%

50-DAY SMA

$87.91

200-DAY SMA

$97.65

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