Should you buy Nordson stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for Nordson is currently BUY. Nordson trades at $309.35 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Strong Buy. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 4.183 with rising momentum (signal: 2.378); RSI is at 67.1 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $316.86 points to 2.4% upside. The stock is in a broader uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200). This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Nordson stock?
The average analyst price target for Nordson is $316.86. The current price is $309.35, which gives an upside of 2.4%. Based on this, the stock is considered fairly valued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $285.17 and $348.55.
Is Nordson a dividend stock?
Yes, Nordson is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 1.07%. The payout ratio is 29.9%, which is considered sustainable. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 7/6/2026.
When does Nordson pay a dividend in 2026?
Nordson pays its next dividend on 7/6/2026. The dividend yield is 1.07%. The payout ratio of 29.9% points to a sustainable dividend with room to grow.
What is the risk of Nordson stock?
Nordson is rated as a stock with low risk. the annual standard deviation is 21.4%, which classifies the stock as low risk.
Is Nordson overvalued?
Nordson is considered fairly valued – the price is close to the analyst price target. Nordson has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 32.4 (highly valued), a P/S ratio of 5.9, a P/B ratio of 5.2. The stock trades close to the analyst price target and is considered fairly valued.
Is Nordson overbought?
No, Nordson is not overbought. RSI is at 67.1 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 67.1 (upper neutral zone), which shows positive momentum but is not yet overbought. In addition, the price is 5.2% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish).
When is the next Nordson earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for Nordson has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is Nordson shorted?
Yes, Nordson is shorted with 3.5% of the free float sold short. This is a moderate level of short selling, within the normal range for most stocks. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Nordson stock?
No, insiders are not buying Nordson shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 2 purchases and 2 sales. On a net basis, 85,705 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 7 purchases and 13 sales, with a net 13,414,957 $ sold. Active sellers include Rutledge Joseph M, Hopgood Daniel Roy, Subramanian Srinivas and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Nordson a good stock?
Based on our total score, Nordson is rated as a good stock with a total score of 68 out of 100. The stock scores above average on value, quality and momentum – it is among the top 32% in our database. The score is made up of Value: 35/100, Quality: 85/100, Momentum: 84/100. In addition: a dividend of 1.07%; technical signal: Strong Buy. Whether Nordson is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Nordson stock?
The outlook for Nordson based on current data: the average analyst price target is $316.86 (+2.4%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the P/E ratio is 32.4 (high – the market expects growth). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Nordson stock rising?
Nordson is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 5.2% above the 20-day average; MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish signal); insiders have mostly been buying the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Nordson go?
The average analyst price target for Nordson is $316.86, which corresponds to a potential gain of 2.4% from the current price of $309.35. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Nordson fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Nordson. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Nordson do?
Nordson Corporation engineers, manufactures, and markets products and systems to dispense, apply, and control adhesives, coatings, polymers, sealants, biomaterials, medical components, and other fluids. The Industrial Precision Solutions segment provides dispensing, coating, a... The company belongs to the Industri sector, more specifically the Industrimaskiner industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Nordson as an investment.
Did Nordson raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Nordson. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Nordson making money or losing money?
Yes, Nordson is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 18.2% — which is solid. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 23.5%. At a P/E ratio of 32.4, you currently pay 32.4 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Nordson go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Nordson is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 5.54 — that places the company in the healthy zone. The company has a healthy balance sheet with limited debt relative to earnings and assets. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 8 — which is strong. Debt relative to equity is 105% (moderate). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Nordson have a lot of debt?
Nordson has moderate debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 105%. For the industri sector, 80-150% counts as a typical level. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can Nordson service its debt? Can service its debt without problems — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 7.4x, and net debt equals 2.1 years of earnings (EBITDA).
