Badger Meter, Inc. · Technology · Scientific & Technical Instruments
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At close
$128.46
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Pre-market$127.06
−$1.40 (−1.09%) 9:18 PM ET
Prev closePrevC$128.46
OpenOpen$128.46
Day highHigh$128.46
Day lowLow$128.46
VolumeVol20
Avg volAvgVol386,835
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Mkt cap
$3.80B
EV/Sales
4.21
P/E ratio
30.27
FY Revenue
$880.96M
EPS
4.34
Gross Margin
41.31%
Div yield
1.23%
Sector
Technology
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BEARISH
BMI
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Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
−3% (Below avg)
Vol/Avg: 0.97×
RSI
53.92(Neutral)
Neutral (40–60)
0255075100
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.10 (Strong)
MACD: 0.06 Signal: -0.04
Short-Term
+0.75 (Strong)
MACD: -0.45 Signal: -1.21
Long-Term
+0.55 (Strong)
MACD: -2.46 Signal: -3.01
Intraday trend score
37.52
LOW35.70HIGH48.93
Latest news
BMI•12 articles•Positive: 3Neutral: 4Negative: 5
NeutralZacks Investment Research• Zacks.Com
Badger Meter (BMI) Beats Stock Market Upswing: What Investors Need to Know
Badger Meter (BMI) outperformed the broader market with a +2.91% gain, exceeding the S&P 500's 0.6% rise. The company is expected to report earnings on October 22, 2026, with projected EPS of $1.21 (up 1.68% YoY) and revenue of $240.55 million (up 2.08% YoY). However, full-year estimates show declines in both EPS (-6.05%) and revenue (-0.47%). BMI holds a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) with a Forward P/E of 28.34 and PEG ratio of 3.15, trading in line with its industry average.
While BMI outperformed the market on the trading day (+2.91% vs S&P 500's +0.6%), the company received a Hold rating (Zacks Rank #3) with no recent estimate revisions. Full-year projections show declining earnings and revenue, and the PEG ratio of 3.15 is elevated compared to the industry average of 2.21, suggesting limited upside potential despite near-term quarterly growth expectations.
NeutralZacks Investment Research• Na
Badger Meter (BMI) Ascends While Market Falls: Some Facts to Note
Badger Meter (BMI) rose 2.89% to $127.66, outperforming the S&P 500's 0.47% decline. The stock has fallen 2.94% over the past month, lagging its sector's 6.08% gain. Upcoming Q3 2026 earnings are expected on October 22 with an EPS of $1.21 (+1.68% YoY) and revenue of $240.55 million (+2.08% YoY). The company holds a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) with a Forward P/E of 27.55 and PEG ratio of 3.06, above its industry average of 2.17.
While BMI outperformed the broader market on the day (+2.89%), it has underperformed its sector over the past month (-2.94% vs +6.08% sector gain). The Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) rating and elevated PEG ratio of 3.06 (vs 2.17 industry average) suggest fairly valued but not compelling investment prospects. Modest earnings growth expectations (+1.68% EPS YoY) provide limited upside catalyst.
NeutralZacks Investment Research• Na
Implied Volatility Surging for Badger Meter Stock Options
Badger Meter (BMI) is attracting investor attention due to high implied volatility in its November 2026 $85 call options, suggesting traders expect significant price movement. The company holds a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) rating with analyst consensus estimates rising from $1.21 to $1.25 per share over the last 60 days. Options traders may be positioning to sell premium and capture decay if the stock doesn't move as dramatically as implied volatility suggests.
The company received a Hold rating (Zacks Rank #3) with modest positive analyst estimate revisions, but the high implied volatility in options suggests uncertainty about near-term direction. The article indicates options traders may be positioning to profit from volatility decay rather than directional conviction.
NeutralZacks Investment Research• Zacks.Com
Badger Meter (BMI) Sees a More Significant Dip Than Broader Market: Some Facts to Know
Badger Meter (BMI) declined 1.94% on September 30, 2026, underperforming the S&P 500's 0.25% loss. The stock has fallen 4.75% over the past month. While the company is expected to show modest EPS growth of 1.68% and revenue growth of 2.08% in the upcoming quarter, full-year estimates project a 6.05% decline in earnings. BMI holds a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) rating with a Forward P/E of 27.97, above its industry average PEG ratio.
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Sentiment note
BMI received a Hold rating (Zacks Rank #3) with mixed signals: near-term quarterly growth is modest (1.68% EPS, 2.08% revenue), but full-year earnings are projected to decline 6.05%. The stock underperformed the broader market and has a higher PEG ratio (3.11) than its industry average (2.18), suggesting limited upside potential despite stable analyst estimates.
PositiveZacks Investment Research• Na
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PositiveThe Motley Fool• Josh Kohn-Lindquist
Badger Meter VP-Engineering Callahan Buys 751 Shares for $101,573 Amid Stock's 26% Pullback
Edward F. Callahan, VP of Engineering at Badger Meter, purchased 751 shares for approximately $101,573 on July 30, 2026, increasing his direct equity stake by 63%. The purchase signals insider confidence despite the stock declining 26% over the past year. The analyst views this as a positive buy signal, noting Badger Meter's leadership in water measurement solutions and reasonable valuation at 27x free cash flow, though management must demonstrate improved sales in coming quarters.
Insider VP purchase during a 26% stock decline signals management confidence in the company's turnaround prospects. The analyst views the stock as attractively valued at 27x free cash flow and highlights Badger Meter's competitive position in water infrastructure modernization, a sector with strong long-term demand drivers from regulatory requirements and aging infrastructure upgrades.
NegativeGlobeNewswire Inc.• Rosen Law Firm
BADGER METER DEADLINE: ROSEN, TRUSTED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Badger Meter, Inc. Investors with Losses in Excess of $100K to Secure Counsel Before Important August 3 Deadline in Securities Class Action - BMI
Rosen Law Firm is reminding Badger Meter investors of the August 3, 2026 deadline to join a securities class action lawsuit. The lawsuit alleges that Badger Meter made materially false and misleading statements about its financial results by artificially pulling forward customer orders to recognize revenue early, which concealed weakening demand and deteriorating order trends.
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Sentiment note
The company is the subject of a securities class action lawsuit alleging material misstatements about financial results and demand. Defendants allegedly engaged in revenue manipulation by pulling forward customer orders to artificially inflate results and conceal weakening demand, which ultimately led to disappointing financial results and investor losses.
NegativeGlobeNewswire Inc.• Rosen Law Firm
BADGER METER DEADLINE: ROSEN, SKILLED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Badger Meter, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important August 3 Deadline in Securities Class Action - BMI
Rosen Law Firm reminds investors of the August 3, 2026 deadline to join a securities class action against Badger Meter, Inc. The lawsuit alleges that defendants made materially false and misleading statements about the company's financial results and growth prospects. According to the complaint, Badger Meter artificially inflated results by pulling forward customer orders to recognize revenue early, which concealed weakening demand and deteriorating order trends.
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Sentiment note
The company is the subject of a securities class action lawsuit alleging material misstatements about financial results and growth prospects. Allegations include fraudulent revenue recognition practices through order pull-forward schemes that concealed weakening demand, resulting in investor losses.
Badger Meter, Inc. Investors Have Until August 3rd to Contact Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Seeking Lead Plaintiff Role
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Badger Meter, Inc. for allegedly misleading investors about the source of its financial growth. The company claimed strong demand and favorable industry trends, but the lawsuit alleges results were actually driven by pulling forward customer orders that concealed weakening demand. The truth emerged through disappointing quarterly reports from July 2025 to April 2026, with the stock falling over 24% on April 17, 2026 after reporting a 9% sales decline and significant margin compression.
The company is accused of fraudulently misrepresenting the sustainability of its financial performance by concealing that growth was driven by pulling forward customer orders rather than genuine demand. Subsequent disclosures revealed significant deterioration in sales (down 9% YoY), utility water sales (down 10% YoY), operating margins (declined from 22.2% to 17.4%), and EPS (down from $1.30 to $0.93), resulting in a 24% stock price collapse.
NegativeGlobeNewswire Inc.• Faruqi & Faruqi, Llp
BMI UPCOMING DEADLINE: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Reminds Badger Meter (BMI) Investors of Securities Class Action Lawsuit Deadline on August 3, 2026
Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP is investigating securities fraud claims against Badger Meter, Inc. (BMI), alleging the company made false and misleading statements about strong demand and growth prospects while concealing unsustainable financial results. The lawsuit covers investors who purchased BMI stock between April 18, 2024 and April 16, 2026. The deadline to seek lead plaintiff appointment is August 3, 2026.
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Sentiment note
The company is accused of making false and misleading statements about demand and growth while concealing unsustainable financial results. Multiple missed earnings and revenue expectations led to sharp stock price declines, causing significant investor losses.
NegativeGlobeNewswire Inc.• Rosen Law Firm
BMI DEADLINE NOTICE: ROSEN, A RESPECTED AND LEADING FIRM, Encourages Badger Meter, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important August 3 Deadline in Securities Class Action - BMI
Rosen Law Firm is reminding investors in Badger Meter, Inc. (NYSE: BMI) who purchased stock between April 18, 2024 and April 16, 2026 of the August 3, 2026 deadline to join a securities class action lawsuit. The lawsuit alleges that Badger Meter made materially false and misleading statements about its financial results by pulling forward customer orders to recognize revenue early, concealing weakening demand and deteriorating order trends.
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Sentiment note
The company is the subject of a securities class action lawsuit alleging material misstatements about financial results and demand. Defendants allegedly engaged in revenue pull-forward practices to conceal weakening demand and deteriorating order trends, resulting in disappointing financial results and investor damages.
PositiveThe Motley Fool• Josh Kohn-Lindquist
Why Badger Meter Stock Is Plummeting 18% Lower This Week
Badger Meter's stock fell 18% this week after reporting mixed Q2 2026 earnings with 7% sales decline and 13% EPS drop, despite beating low expectations. The market was disappointed by flat 2026 sales guidance despite nine major utility projects scheduled for H2 2026 deployment. The analyst views the decline as a buying opportunity, citing the stock's shift from premium 42x FCF valuation to reasonable 24x FCF, and the company's strong long-term thesis in water infrastructure modernization.
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Sentiment note
Despite the 18% weekly stock decline and negative earnings results, the analyst presents a bullish case viewing the selloff as a buying opportunity. The company's valuation has become more reasonable (24x FCF vs. historical 42x), it has a strong long-term investment thesis in water infrastructure modernization, maintains 21 consecutive years of dividend growth, and has nine major projects scheduled for H2 2026 that should drive future growth. The current weakness is attributed to temporary timing issues rather than fundamental deterioration.
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