Technical Analysis
AME has shown mixed performance with a 10.1% gain over the past 52 weeks, underperforming the S&P 500's 20.5% rise. The stock is currently experiencing a period of consolidation after its recent Q4 earnings release.
Recent Events & Fundamentals
- Q4 earnings showed adjusted EPS of $1.87, beating estimates of $1.84
- Revenue rose 1.7% to $1.8B but missed expectations by 2.8%
- 3% decline in organic sales noted
- Board approved 11% increase in quarterly dividend to $0.31 per share
Analyst Sentiment
- Consensus rating is "Moderate Buy" from 14 analysts
- 10 Strong Buy, 1 Moderate Buy, 2 Hold, 1 Strong Sell
- Mean price target: $204.58 (10.3% upside potential)
- Street-high target: $225 (21.3% upside)
Price Prediction for Next Week
Based on technical indicators and recent news:
- Support level: $182
- Resistance level: $195
- Expected trading range: $184-$192
Target price: $188 by end of next week
Recommendation: HOLD
- Current market conditions and mixed Q4 results suggest limited upside in the short term
- Long-term outlook remains positive with strong analyst support
- Wait for clearer technical signals before establishing new positions
Technical Analysis
AME has shown mixed performance with a 10.1% gain over the past 52 weeks, underperforming the S&P 500's 20.5% rise. The stock is currently experiencing a period of consolidation after its recent Q4 earnings release.
Recent Events & Fundamentals
- Q4 earnings showed adjusted EPS of $1.87, beating estimates of $1.84
- Revenue rose 1.7% to $1.8B but missed expectations by 2.8%
- 3% decline in organic sales noted
- Board approved 11% increase in quarterly dividend to $0.31 per share
Analyst Sentiment
- Consensus rating is "Moderate Buy" from 14 analysts
- 10 Strong Buy, 1 Moderate Buy, 2 Hold, 1 Strong Sell
- Mean price target: $204.58 (10.3% upside potential)
- Street-high target: $225 (21.3% upside)
Price Prediction for Next Week
Based on technical indicators and recent news:
- Support level: $182
- Resistance level: $195
- Expected trading range: $184-$192
Target price: $188 by end of next week
Recommendation: HOLD
- Current market conditions and mixed Q4 results suggest limited upside in the short term
- Long-term outlook remains positive with strong analyst support
- Wait for clearer technical signals before establishing new positions