ESAB Corporation (ESAB) — Stock Score Summary

ESAB Corporation (ESAB) has a MoatMap StockRank of 38/100 based on Quality (62/100), Value (39/100), and Momentum (23/100) factor scores. The current signal is HOLD. ESAB is a premier global manufacturer of welding equipment and cutting consumables. It is a direct beneficiary of the structural reshoring of manufacturing, grid modernization, and infrastructure buildouts. Crucially, over 70% of its revenues come from consumables, creating a highly resilient 'razor-and-blade' business model with strong pricing power. This asset-light compounding profile, combined with structural tailwinds from nearshoring and gigafactory construction, provides a highly asymmetric risk-reward profile.

ESAB Corporation is a global leader in welding and cutting, manufacturing and supplying a comprehensive range of equipment, consumables, and automation solutions for various industrial applications. Its competitive moat is rooted in its strong global brand recognition, extensive patent portfolio, continuous technological innovation, and a vast distribution network serving customers worldwide. The company's integrated offerings provide a one-stop solution for complex fabrication challenges.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$87.79
Market Cap$5.7B
P/E (TTM)23.36
P/E (Forward)13.57
Price/Book2.45
Return on Equity11.4%
Return on Invested Capital10.0%
Debt/Equity95.72
Gross Margin36.7%
Operating Margin13.5%
Revenue Growth9.9%
Dividend Yield0.5%
Free Cash Flow$188M

ESAB Corporation operates in the Metal Fabrication industry, part of the Industrials sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ESAB Corporation’s (ESAB) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for ESAB Corporation (ESAB) is 38/100, with a Hold signal. It is a composite of Quality (62), Value (39), and Momentum (23) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does ESAB Corporation have an economic moat?
ESAB Corporation (ESAB) has a Quality factor score of 62/100. 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 ESAB Corporation a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for ESAB Corporation (ESAB) is Hold, based on a StockRank of 38/100. 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 ESAB Corporation in?
ESAB Corporation (ESAB) operates in the Industrials sector, specifically the Metal Fabrication industry (United States).