AMETEK Announces Record First Quarter 2026 Results and Raises Full Year Guidance

  • Thursday, April 30, 2026

Berwyn, Pa., April 30, 2026 – AMETEK, Inc. (NYSE: AME) today announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026.

AMETEK’s first quarter 2026 sales were $1.93 billion, an 11% increase over the first quarter of 2025. On a GAAP basis, first quarter earnings were a record $1.74 per diluted share. Adjusted earnings in the quarter were $1.97 per diluted share, up 13% from the first quarter of 2025. Adjusted earnings adds back non-cash, after-tax, acquisition-related intangible amortization and integration costs of $0.23 per diluted share.

GAAP operating income was $514.9 million. Adjusted operating income increased 14% to $516.6 million and operating margins were 26.8% in the quarter, up 50 basis points from the prior year. A reconciliation of reported GAAP results to adjusted results is included in the financial tables accompanying this release and on the AMETEK website.

“AMETEK had an excellent start to the year. Strong organic sales growth, contributions from recent acquisitions, and outstanding operating performance led to double-digit earnings growth, record EBITDA and robust core margin expansion of 160 basis points,” stated David A. Zapico, AMETEK Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “Additionally, end market demand remains strong and broad based, with record orders up 23% in the quarter resulting in a record backlog.”

Electronic Instruments Group (EIG)

EIG sales in the first quarter were $1.26 billion, an increase of 11% over the same period in 2025. On a GAAP basis, EIG’s first quarter operating income was $373.9 million. On an adjusted basis, EIG operating income was up 6% to $375.6 million.

"EIG delivered strong results in the first quarter with outstanding, broad-based orders growth,” commented Mr. Zapico. “Sales were also strong with double-digit growth driven by a combination of solid organic sales growth and contributions from recent acquisitions, and EIG’s disciplined operating performance drove core margins up 40 basis points to 31.4%.” 

Electromechanical Group (EMG)

EMG sales in the first quarter were a record $663.9 million, up 13% from the first quarter of 2025. EMG’s first quarter operating income increased 33% to a record $170.8 million, and operating income margins were 25.7% in the quarter, up 380 basis points versus the prior year.

“EMG performed exceptionally well in the first quarter. Continued robust and broad-based organic sales growth resulted in outstanding profit growth and sizeable margin expansion," noted Mr. Zapico. 

Second Quarter and Full Year 2026 Outlook

"I am pleased with AMETEK’s results in the first quarter. Our businesses are performing very well and delivering exceptional results. AMETEK remains well positioned given our record backlog, momentum across attractive markets, and the proven strength and durability of the AMETEK Growth Model. Additionally, our balance sheet and strong cash flows provide us with meaningful capital to deploy on strategic acquisitions,” stated Mr. Zapico.

“For 2026, we now expect overall sales to be up high single digits compared to 2025. Adjusted earnings per diluted share are now expected to be in the range of $7.94 to $8.14, up 7% to 10% over the comparable basis for 2025. This is an increase from our prior guidance range of $7.87 to $8.07 per diluted share,” he added.

“For the second quarter of 2026, overall sales are expected to be up high single digits compared to the second quarter of 2025. Adjusted earnings in the quarter are anticipated to be in the range of $1.96 to $2.00 per share, up 10% to 12% compared to the second quarter of 2025,” concluded Mr. Zapico. 

Conference Call

AMETEK will webcast its first quarter 2026 investor conference call on Thursday, April 30, 2026, beginning at 8:30 AM ET. The live audio webcast will be available and later archived in the Investors section of www.ametek.com.

Forward-looking Information

Statements in this news release relating to future events, such as AMETEK’s expected business and financial performance, are "forward-looking statements." Forward-looking statements are subject to various factors and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from expectations. These factors and uncertainties include risks related to AMETEK’s ability to consummate and successfully integrate future acquisitions; risks with international sales and operations, including supply chain disruptions, tariffs, trade disputes and currency conditions; AMETEK’s ability to successfully develop new products, open new facilities or transfer product lines; the price and availability of raw materials; compliance with government regulations, including environmental regulations; changes in the competitive environment or the effects of competition in our markets; the ability to maintain adequate liquidity and financing sources; and general economic conditions affecting the industries we serve. A detailed discussion of these and other factors that may affect our future results is contained in AMETEK’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including its most recent reports on Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K. AMETEK disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements.

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About AMETEK

AMETEK (NYSE: AME) is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales of approximately $7.5 billion. The AMETEK Growth Model integrates the Four Growth Strategies - Operational Excellence, Technology Innovation, Global and Market Expansion, and Strategic Acquisitions - with a disciplined focus on cash generation and capital deployment. AMETEK's objective is double-digit percentage growth in earnings per share over the business cycle and a superior return on total capital. Founded in 1930, AMETEK has been listed on the NYSE for over 95 years and is a component of the S&P 500. For more information, visit www.ametek.com.

Contact:
Kevin Coleman
Vice President, Investor Relations and Treasurer
kevin.coleman@ametek.com
Phone: 610.889.5247

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