IDEX Corporation (IEX) — Stock Score Summary

IDEX Corporation (IEX) has a MoatMap StockRank of 88/100 based on Quality (71/100), Value (31/100), and Momentum (73/100) factor scores. The current signal is STRONG BUY. IDEX Corporation is a premier Terry Smith-style quality compounder, boasting exceptionally high ROIC, asset-light operations, and unmatched pricing power in highly engineered niche fluidics. The macro shift toward localized manufacturing and advanced industrial automation creates a powerful, unpriced tailwind for its specialized pumps and valves.

IDEX Corporation is a diversified global manufacturer of highly engineered industrial products and technologies, specializing in critical fluidics systems, dispensing equipment, and fire & safety solutions. The company's competitive moat is built on its proprietary technology, extensive patent portfolio, and the essential, high-precision nature of its products across diverse niche markets. This technological leadership and integral role in customer processes create high barriers to entry and strong customer loyalty.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$222.14
Market Cap$15.5B
P/E (TTM)31.95
P/E (Forward)23.43
Price/Book3.97
Return on Equity12.7%
Return on Invested Capital11.0%
Debt/Equity46.91
Gross Margin44.4%
Operating Margin19.9%
Revenue Growth8.9%
Dividend Yield1.4%
Free Cash Flow$525M

IDEX Corporation operates in the Specialty Industrial Machinery industry, part of the Industrials sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is IDEX Corporation’s (IEX) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for IDEX Corporation (IEX) is 88/100, with a Strong Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (71), Value (31), and Momentum (73) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does IDEX Corporation have an economic moat?
IDEX Corporation (IEX) has a Quality factor score of 71/100. 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 IDEX Corporation a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for IDEX Corporation (IEX) is Strong Buy, based on a StockRank of 88/100. 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 IDEX Corporation in?
IDEX Corporation (IEX) operates in the Industrials sector, specifically the Specialty Industrial Machinery industry (United States).
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