Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. (LECO)
| Market Cap | 14.32B +8.9% |
| Revenue (ttm) | 4.48B +9.3% |
| Net Income | 553.55M +10.1% |
| EPS | 10.00 +12.3% |
| Shares Out | 54.51M |
| PE Ratio | 26.27 |
| Forward PE | 21.99 |
| Dividend | $3.16 (1.20%) |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Sep 30, 2026 |
| Volume | 12,070 |
| Open | 262.91 |
| Previous Close | 262.99 |
| Day's Range | 260.86 - 263.45 |
| 52-Week Range | 216.22 - 310.00 |
| Beta | 1.22 |
| Analysts | Buy |
| Price Target | 304.91 (+16.07%) |
| Est. Earnings | Oct 29, 2026 |
About LECO
Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc., through its subsidiaries, designs, develops, manufactures, and sells welding, cutting, and brazing products in the United States and internationally. It operates in three segments: Americas Welding, International Welding, and The Harris Products Group. The company offers brazing and soldering filler metals, arc welding equipment, plasma and oxyfuel cutting systems, wire feeding systems, fume control equipment, welding accessories, specialty gas regulators, and education solutions; and a portfolio of automated so... [Read more]
Financial Performance
In 2025, Lincoln Electric Holdings's revenue was $4.23 billion, an increase of 5.60% compared to the previous year's $4.01 billion. Earnings were $520.53 million, an increase of 11.68%.
Financial StatementsAnalyst Summary
According to 12 analysts, the average rating for LECO stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $304.91, which is an increase of 16.07% from the latest price.
News
Lincoln Electric Holdings Transcript: Morgan Stanley's 14th Annual Laguna Conference
Management outlined a steady path to high-20s incremental margins by 2030, driven by structural improvements and disciplined pricing to offset inflation. Demand remains strong across most end markets, with automation and Asia as key growth drivers. Inorganic growth and capital allocation remain focused on enhancing margins and expanding capabilities.
Lincoln Electric slips as CFO says inflation will weigh on incremental margins
Shares of Lincoln Electric (LECO) were slipping after the company said in comments during the Jefferies Global Industrial Conference that inflation will weigh on its incremental margins. CFO Gabe Brun...
Lincoln Electric Holdings Transcript: Jefferies Global Industrials Conference 2026
Sales momentum is strong in the Americas and Asia, with automation and enterprise initiatives driving growth and margin improvement. Pricing actions are offsetting inflation, and long-term targets include high-20s incremental margins and a 300 basis point margin improvement by 2030. Automation backlogs and AI integration support a positive outlook.
Lincoln Electric Announces September 2026 Events With the Financial Community
CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #LEA--Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc., (Nasdaq: LECO) today announced participation in the following upcoming events with the financial community in the month of September...
MATTHEWS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION ANNOUNCES THE APPOINTMENT OF MICHAEL J. WHITEHEAD AS PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
PITTSBURGH, Aug. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Matthews International Corporation (NASDAQ GSM: MATW) (" Matthews " and/or the " Company ") today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Michael ...
Lincoln Electric initiated with a Buy at UBS
UBS initiated coverage of Lincoln Electric (LECO) with a Buy rating and $340 price target As a leading provider of welding supplies and solutions, Lincoln Electric is well positioned for…
Lincoln Electric upgraded to Equal Weight from Underweight at Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley upgraded Lincoln Electric (LECO) to Equal Weight from Underweight with a price target of $283, up from $257. The company’s margins are normalizing after an “unprecedented spike” in…
Lincoln Electric price target raised to $257 from $253 at Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley analyst Angel Castillo raised the firm’s price target on Lincoln Electric (LECO) to $257 from $253 and keeps an Underweight rating on the shares.
Lincoln Electric Holdings Earnings Call Transcript: Q2 2026
Second quarter saw double-digit sales growth, record cash flow, and margin expansion, led by Americas Welding and automation. Raised full-year outlook on strong backlog and order rates, while monitoring inflation, commodity volatility, and Middle East risks.
Lincoln Electric Holdings Slides: Q2 2026
Lincoln Electric Holdings has posted slides in relation to its Q2 2026 quarterly earnings report, which was published on July 30, 2026.
Lincoln Electric Holdings Earnings release: Q2 2026
Lincoln Electric Holdings released its Q2 2026 earnings on July 30, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.
Lincoln Electric Holdings Quarterly report: Q2 2026
Lincoln Electric Holdings has published its Q2 2026 quarterly earnings report on July 30, 2026.
Lincoln Electric Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results
CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #LEA--Lincoln Electric (NASDAQ: LECO) reports record second quarter 2026 results, including record sales, profitability, earnings, and cash flows.
Lincoln Electric Board Declares Dividend
CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #LEA--Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc., (Nasdaq: LECO) announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.79 per common share, payable...
Lincoln Electric price target raised to $253 from $250 at Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley raised the firm’s price target on Lincoln Electric (LECO) to $253 from $250 and keeps an Underweight rating on the shares.
Lincoln Electric Schedules Webcast for Second Quarter 2026 Results
CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #LEA--Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc., (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: LECO) announced today that it will release its second quarter 2026 results on Thursday, July 30, 2026, prio...
Lincoln Electric initiated with a Buy at DA Davidson
DA Davidson analyst Chris Dankert initiated coverage of Lincoln Electric (LECO) with a Buy rating and $320 price target With over 20% of sales tied to automation solutions, the firm…
Graco Inc. Appoints Steven B. Hedlund to the Board of Directors
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Graco Inc. (NYSE:GGG) announced today that Steven B. Hedlund has been appointed as a member of the company's Board of Directors, effective September 10, 2026. Mr. Hedlund...
Lincoln Electric Holdings Transcript: Oppenheimer 21st Annual Industrial Growth Virtual Conference
The RISE strategy aims for accelerated growth, margin expansion, and innovation through 2030, with a focus on technology, automation, and disciplined capital allocation. Market outlook is strongest in the Americas and Asia, while inflation-driven pricing actions support top-line growth.
Lincoln Electric Named to Newsweek's America's Most Patriotic Companies 2026
CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #LEA--Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: LECO) today announced that it is has been recognized as one of America's Most Patriotic Companies 2026 by Ne...
Lincoln Electric price target raised to $300 from $280 at Barclays
Barclays analyst Adam Seiden raised the firm’s price target on Lincoln Electric (LECO) to $300 from $280 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares post the Q1 report. Harris…
Lincoln Electric price target raised to $250 from $247 at Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley raised the firm’s price target on Lincoln Electric (LECO) to $250 from $247 and keeps an Underweight rating on the shares.
Lincoln Electric to Present at the Oppenheimer 21st Annual Industrial Growth Conference
CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #LEA--Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: LECO) today announced that Gabriel Bruno, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will speak at the Oppenheime...
Lincoln Electric price target raised to $275 from $264 at Stifel
Stifel analyst Nathan Jones raised the firm’s price target on Lincoln Electric (LECO) to $275 from $264 and keeps a Hold rating on the shares.
Lincoln Electric Holdings Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2026
Record Q1 sales and adjusted EPS were driven by strong pricing, resilient Americas demand, and successful execution of the RISE strategy. Margins held steady despite inflation and geopolitical headwinds, with price actions and inventory normalization expected to support improved performance in the second half.