Donaldson Company, Inc. (DCI) — Stock Score Summary

Donaldson Company, Inc. (DCI) has a MoatMap StockRank of 75/100 based on Quality (81/100), Value (35/100), and Momentum (43/100) factor scores. The current signal is BUY. Donaldson is a premier quality compounder with an asset-light business model where over 80% of profits are driven by high-margin, recurring aftermarket filtration replacements. As manufacturing nearshores and mining/power infrastructure scales up to support electrification, Donaldson's industrial and engine filtration systems are indispensable. It possesses immense pricing power, high ROIC, and a long reinvestment runway that fits both the Terry Smith and Nick Sleep lenses perfectly.

Donaldson Company, Inc. is a global leader in advanced filtration systems and parts, providing critical solutions for engine, industrial, and specialized process applications. The company's competitive advantage stems from its proprietary filtration technologies, extensive R&D capabilities, and global manufacturing presence, which serve a diverse range of OEM and aftermarket customers. Donaldson's essential products improve equipment performance, extend lifespan, and contribute to environmental compliance across various industries.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$86.16
Market Cap$9.7B
P/E (TTM)22.65
P/E (Forward)19.41
Price/Book5.75
Return on Equity27.8%
Return on Invested Capital23.3%
Debt/Equity35.88
Gross Margin34.6%
Operating Margin15.7%
Revenue Growth5.8%
Dividend Yield1.4%
Free Cash Flow$295M

Donaldson Company, Inc. operates in the Specialty Industrial Machinery industry, part of the Industrials sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Donaldson Company, Inc.’s (DCI) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Donaldson Company, Inc. (DCI) is 75/100, with a Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (81), Value (35), and Momentum (43) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Donaldson Company, Inc. have an economic moat?
Donaldson Company, Inc. (DCI) has a Quality factor score of 81/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is Donaldson Company, Inc. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Donaldson Company, Inc. (DCI) is Buy, based on a StockRank of 75/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is Donaldson Company, Inc. in?
Donaldson Company, Inc. (DCI) operates in the Industrials sector, specifically the Specialty Industrial Machinery industry (United States).