Mettler-Toledo International (NYSE:MTD) Issues FY 2026 Earnings Guidance

Mettler-Toledo International (NYSE:MTD) updated its FY 2026 earnings guidance on Thursday. The company provided EPS guidance of 46.050-46.700 for the period, compared to the consensus EPS estimate of 45.780. The company issued revenue guidance of $4.2 billion-$4.2 billion, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $4.2 billion. Mettler-Toledo International also updated its Q1 2026 guidance to 8.600-8.750 EPS.

Mettler-Toledo International Stock Performance

NYSE:MTD traded down $6.41 during trading hours on Thursday, reaching $1,383.32. The company’s stock had a trading volume of 174,281 shares, compared to its average volume of 134,790. The firm has a market capitalization of $28.26 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 34.50, a PEG ratio of 4.07 and a beta of 1.42. The firm has a 50-day simple moving average of $1,426.00 and a 200-day simple moving average of $1,357.10. Mettler-Toledo International has a 1 year low of $946.69 and a 1 year high of $1,525.17.

Mettler-Toledo International (NYSE:MTD) last issued its earnings results on Thursday, February 5th. The medical instruments supplier reported $13.36 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $12.76 by $0.60. Mettler-Toledo International had a negative return on equity of 426.96% and a net margin of 21.20%.Mettler-Toledo International has set its Q1 2026 guidance at 8.600-8.750 EPS and its FY 2026 guidance at 46.050-46.700 EPS. Equities analysts anticipate that Mettler-Toledo International will post 42.71 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth

Several analysts recently issued reports on MTD shares. Wall Street Zen cut Mettler-Toledo International from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Saturday, January 31st. Barclays decreased their target price on Mettler-Toledo International from $1,600.00 to $1,550.00 and set an “overweight” rating for the company in a report on Monday, December 15th. Weiss Ratings restated a “hold (c+)” rating on shares of Mettler-Toledo International in a report on Monday, December 29th. Morgan Stanley began coverage on shares of Mettler-Toledo International in a report on Tuesday, December 2nd. They issued an “equal weight” rating and a $1,550.00 price objective for the company. Finally, Citigroup lifted their price target on Mettler-Toledo International from $1,600.00 to $1,700.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Monday, November 10th. Six analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and seven have issued a Hold rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the company presently has an average rating of “Hold” and an average price target of $1,441.67.

Insider Buying and Selling

In other Mettler-Toledo International news, insider La Guerroniere Marc De sold 6,880 shares of the stock in a transaction on Tuesday, November 11th. The stock was sold at an average price of $1,450.00, for a total transaction of $9,976,000.00. Following the sale, the insider directly owned 187 shares in the company, valued at approximately $271,150. This trade represents a 97.35% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is accessible through this hyperlink. Also, insider Gerry Keller sold 236 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction on Friday, November 21st. The stock was sold at an average price of $1,418.58, for a total value of $334,784.88. Following the completion of the transaction, the insider owned 159 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $225,554.22. This represents a 59.75% decrease in their position. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. Insiders sold 19,565 shares of company stock worth $28,683,737 over the last 90 days. 1.94% of the stock is currently owned by company insiders.

Hedge Funds Weigh In On Mettler-Toledo International

Hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently modified their holdings of the company. Quantbot Technologies LP bought a new stake in shares of Mettler-Toledo International in the third quarter worth $49,000. State of Wyoming bought a new stake in Mettler-Toledo International during the second quarter valued at approximately $58,000. Kelleher Financial Advisors purchased a new stake in shares of Mettler-Toledo International in the 3rd quarter worth $61,000. MUFG Securities EMEA plc purchased a new position in Mettler-Toledo International during the second quarter valued at $72,000. Finally, Geneos Wealth Management Inc. grew its holdings in Mettler-Toledo International by 83.3% during the first quarter. Geneos Wealth Management Inc. now owns 66 shares of the medical instruments supplier’s stock valued at $78,000 after purchasing an additional 30 shares during the period. 95.07% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.

Mettler-Toledo International Company Profile

Mettler-Toledo International Inc is a global manufacturer and distributor of precision instruments and services for laboratory, industrial and food retail applications. The company’s product portfolio includes laboratory balances and analytical instruments, industrial weighing systems, process analytics and sensors, metal detection and x-ray inspection equipment, checkweighers, and a range of automated inspection and data-management solutions. Mettler-Toledo also provides software, calibration and lifecycle services intended to support compliance, quality control and operational efficiency across customer facilities.

The company serves a broad set of end markets including pharmaceutical and biotech laboratories, chemical and food processors, logistics and manufacturing operations, and retail environments where accurate weighing and inspection are critical.