ESE
ESCO Technologies Inc. · Technology · Scientific & Technical Instruments
Last
$318.84
+$19.02 (+6.34%) 12:44 PM ET
Prev close $299.82
Open $300.12
Day high $318.97
Day low $300.12
Volume 211,544
Avg vol 323,931
Mkt cap
$7.76B
P/E ratio
27.11
FY Revenue
$1.20B
EPS
11.76
Gross Margin
41.57%
Sector
Technology
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ESE
ESCO Technologies Inc.
ESCO Technologies, Inc. exhibits a strong upward price trend with the stock near its 52-week high and trading above key moving averages. Fundamentally, the company combines solid profitability, positive but moderate revenue and earnings growth, and healthy free cash flow generation with low leverage, while valuation multiples appear elevated relative to typical industrial and cash-flow benchmarks. Short interest remains low by shares outstanding even as the short volume ratio is high on a daily basis, suggesting active two-sided positioning around the current price.
AI summarized at 12:24 PM ET, 2026-04-03
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 63 SWING: 78 LONG: 72
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+23% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 1.23×
RSI
56.67 (Neutral)
Neutral (40–60)
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.05 (Strong)
MACD: 0.07 Signal: 0.02
Short-Term
+1.12 (Strong)
MACD: 10.85 Signal: 9.73
Long-Term
+1.77 (Strong)
MACD: 16.88 Signal: 15.11
Intraday trend score 82.74

Latest news

ESE 12 articles Positive: 4 Neutral: 1 Negative: 0
Positive Benzinga • Lekha Gupta
ESCO Expands Global Utility Footprint With Megger Takeover

ESCO Technologies agreed to acquire Megger Group Limited for $2.35 billion ($0.9B cash + $1.4B equity), expanding its Utility Solutions Group with advanced testing and monitoring capabilities. The deal is valued at 14x projected 2026 EBITDA and is expected to deliver $60M in cost synergies within three years. ESCO raised Q2 2026 guidance with revenue expected at $309M and adjusted EPS at $1.91, beating analyst estimates.

ESE PSCI QVMS XSMO acquisition Megger Group utility solutions EBITDA
Sentiment note

Strategic acquisition enhances market position in high-growth utility sector, raised quarterly guidance beating analyst estimates, strong technical momentum near 52-week highs, expected $60M synergies, and 85% of pro forma revenue tied to long-term utility and aerospace trends.

Positive Benzinga • Esco Technologies Inc.
ESCO Announces Agreement to Acquire Megger Group Limited

ESCO Technologies announced it will acquire Megger Group Limited from TBG AG for $2.35 billion ($0.9 billion cash and $1.4 billion in equity) to expand its utility solutions platform. The acquisition is expected to add approximately $590 million in 2026 revenue and generate $60 million in cost synergies within three years. ESCO also reported strong Q2 2026 preliminary results with revenue of $309 million and adjusted EPS of $1.91.

ESE acquisition Megger Group utility solutions strategic expansion synergies global presence electric infrastructure
Sentiment note

ESCO announced a transformational acquisition that expands scale and international reach, adds complementary products, and is expected to generate significant synergies. The company also reported strong Q2 2026 preliminary results exceeding prior guidance with revenue of $309 million and adjusted EPS of $1.91, demonstrating solid operational performance alongside strategic growth.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Zion Market Research
Medical Radiation Shielding Market Size Is Valued At USD 3.2 Bn By 2034 | CAGR of 7.20%

The global medical radiation shielding market is expected to grow from USD 1.6 billion in 2024 to USD 3.2 billion by 2034, at a CAGR of 7.20%. Growth is driven by rising incidence of chronic diseases like cancer and cardiovascular disease, increasing demand for diagnostic imaging procedures, and stricter radiation safety regulations. X-ray shields, lead-based shielding materials, and diagnostics applications are expected to dominate their respective segments, with North America leading regional growth.

ESE medical radiation shielding market growth diagnostic imaging radiation protection cancer prevalence lead-based shielding X-ray shields
Sentiment note

Identified as a key competitor in the expanding medical radiation shielding sector with strong market positioning.

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Kate Lowrey
ESCO Completes Divestiture Of VACCO Industries

ESCO Technologies has sold VACCO Industries to RBC Bearings for approximately $275 million, completing a previously announced transaction with customary working capital adjustments.

ESE RBC divestiture acquisition technology manufacturing
Sentiment note

The company is strategically divesting a business unit, which suggests portfolio optimization rather than financial distress

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Globe Newswire
Fiber-based Packaging Market Size Apex USD 566.88 Billion by 2034

The global fiber-based packaging market is expected to grow from $406.98 billion in 2025 to $566.88 billion by 2034, driven by the rising demand for eco-friendly and sustainable packaging solutions, particularly in the e-commerce and food & beverage industries.

UFPT SON BLRDY ESE fiber-based packaging sustainable packaging e-commerce food & beverage
Sentiment note

The article includes ESCO Technologies Inc. as a key player in the fiber-based packaging market, implying their involvement and potential to capitalize on the market's expansion.

Unknown GlobeNewswire Inc. • ESCO Technologies Inc.
ESCO Technologies to Participate in the 2024 Wells Fargo Industrial Conference

St. Louis, June 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ESCO Technologies Inc. (NYSE: ESE) announced today that Chris Tucker, Senior Vice President & CFO, will participate in a fireside chat on Wednesday, June 12, at the Wells Fargo Industrial Conference.

ESE Advisory
Unknown GlobeNewswire Inc. • ESCO Technologies Inc.
ESCO Reports Second Quarter Fiscal 2024 Results

- Q2 Sales increase 9% to $249 Million - Q2 GAAP EPS increases 30% to $0.90 - Q2 Adjusted EPS increases 24% to $0.94 - - Q2 Sales increase 9% to $249 Million - Q2 GAAP EPS increases 30% to $0.90 - Q2 Adjusted EPS increases 24% to $0.94 -

ESE Earnings Releases and Operating Results
Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
Tactile Systems Technology and ESCO Technologies have been highlighted as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day

Tactile Systems Technology and ESCO Technologies are part of the Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day article.

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Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Brian Bolan
Bear Of The Day:ESCO Technologies (ESE)

This stock has seen 3 earnings beats over the last year, but following a recent miss earning estimates have fallen.

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Unknown GlobeNewswire Inc. • ESCO Technologies Inc.
ESCO Technologies Announces Second Quarter 2024 Earnings Release and Conference Call

St. Louis, April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ESCO Technologies Inc. (NYSE:ESE) will report its second quarter financial results after the market close on Thursday, May 9, 2024, followed by a conference call where the financial results and related commentary will be discussed.

ESE Advisory
Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
Barnes (B) Expands East Granby MRO Facility for Engine Projects

The expansion of Barnes' (B) MRO facility in East Granby will bolster its capability to cater to solid demand for existing and new engine programs.

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Unknown GlobeNewswire Inc. • ESCO Technologies Inc.
ESCO Technologies to Present at Sidoti Virtual Investor Conference

St. Louis, March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ESCO Technologies Inc. (NYSE: ESE) announced today that Bryan Sayler, President & CEO, will make a Company presentation on Wednesday, March 13, at the Sidoti Virtual Investor Conference.

ESE Advisory
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