IDEX Corporation (IEX) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1279 data points (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16)
Idex manufactures pumps, flow meters, valves, and fluidic systems for customers in a variety of end markets, including industrial, fire and safety, life science, and water. The firm's business is o...
IDEX Corporation (IEX) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 33.43 (historical range: 22.99–42.39, median: 29.57), placing it at the 84th percentile — expensive relative to its history, P/S ratio of 4.84 (range: 3.55–6.87, 47th percentile — near its historical average), EV/EBITDA of 25.08 (range: 19.75–30.43, 78th percentile).
IDEX Corporation trades above its historical valuation range, with most metrics above their median levels.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 33.43 | 29.57 | 84th | expensive relative to its history |
| P/S Ratio | 4.84 | 4.87 | 47th | near its historical average |
| EV/EBITDA | 25.08 | 23.42 | 78th | above its historical average |
| FCF Yield | 3.69% | 3.69% | 51th | near its historical average |
IDEX Corporation (IEX) Valuation & P/E History
IDEX Corporation (IEX) is a US-listed stock operating in the Industrials sector, specifically the Pumps & Pumping Equipment industry currently trading at $235.55 with a market capitalization of $17.4 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for IEX based on 1279 data points covering 2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 33.43 is above the historical median of 29.57, placing IEX at the 84th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 4.84 compares to a median of 4.87.
IEX Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows IDEX Corporation's current and historical valuation multiples, including P/E ratio, P/S ratio, EV/EBITDA, FCF yield, and dividend yield. Each metric is compared to its own historical range to determine whether IEX is currently trading above or below its typical valuation levels.
- P/E ratio: Price-to-earnings measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A P/E above the historical median suggests IEX is expensively valued; below the median suggests it is cheap.
- P/S ratio: Price-to-sales is useful for companies with volatile or negative earnings. Lower P/S relative to history may indicate value.
- EV/EBITDA: Enterprise value to EBITDA adjusts for debt and cash, providing a capital-structure-neutral valuation measure for IDEX Corporation.
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is IEX Overvalued or Undervalued?
IDEX Corporation trades above its historical valuation range, with most metrics above their median levels. The overall valuation percentile of 70 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive IEX is relative to its own history. A percentile below 25 suggests the stock may be undervalued, while a percentile above 75 suggests it may be overvalued.
However, valuation is only one factor in investment decisions. A stock can remain "overvalued" for years if growth accelerates, or "undervalued" if the business deteriorates. Always combine valuation analysis with financial statement analysis and the full IEX analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.IEX trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.