(MEI) Methode Electronics - Ratings and Ratios
Electronic, Electro-Mechanical, Lighting, Sensors, Cables
MEI EPS (Earnings per Share)
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Description: MEI Methode Electronics
Methode Electronics Inc (MEI) is a global designer, engineer, and manufacturer of mechatronic products, operating through four key segments: Automotive, Industrial, Interface, and Medical. The companys diverse product portfolio includes electronic and electro-mechanical devices, such as integrated center consoles, LED-based lighting solutions, and sensors, which are supplied to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and tiered suppliers in the automotive industry.
MEIs Industrial segment manufactures a range of products, including external lighting solutions, industrial safety radio remote controls, and high-voltage high current connectors, which are used in various markets, such as aerospace, commercial vehicles, and data centers. The companys Interface segment provides high-speed digital communication solutions for data center and broadband markets, as well as interface panel solutions for the appliance market.
From a financial perspective, Methode Electronics has a market capitalization of $358.33M USD, with a forward P/E ratio of 12.55, indicating a moderate valuation. The companys return on equity (ROE) is currently negative, at -12.41%, suggesting that the company is facing challenges in generating profits. To improve this metric, MEI may need to focus on optimizing its product mix, reducing costs, and enhancing operational efficiency.
Some key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor MEIs performance include revenue growth, gross margin ratio, and operating cash flow margin. Analyzing these KPIs can provide insights into the companys ability to generate cash, manage costs, and drive growth. Additionally, monitoring the companys segment-wise revenue contribution and product mix can help identify areas of strength and weakness, enabling investors to make informed decisions.
To further evaluate MEIs stock, one could examine its technical indicators, such as the relative strength index (RSI), Bollinger Bands, or moving average convergence divergence (MACD). These indicators can provide insights into the stocks price momentum and potential trends. For instance, the stocks current price is above its 20-day simple moving average (SMA20) of $9.33, indicating a positive short-term trend.
MEI Stock Overview
| Market Cap in USD | 235m |
| Sub-Industry | Electronic Manufacturing Services |
| IPO / Inception | 1990-03-23 |
MEI Stock Ratings
| Growth Rating | -71.1% |
| Fundamental | 34.2% |
| Dividend Rating | 56.8% |
| Return 12m vs S&P 500 | -32.7% |
| Analyst Rating | 3.67 of 5 |
MEI Dividends
| Dividend Yield 12m | 5.82% |
| Yield on Cost 5y | 1.98% |
| Annual Growth 5y | 4.94% |
| Payout Consistency | 95.2% |
| Payout Ratio | 125.6% |
MEI Growth Ratios
| Growth Correlation 3m | -57.1% |
| Growth Correlation 12m | -59.1% |
| Growth Correlation 5y | -75.1% |
| CAGR 5y | -20.87% |
| CAGR/Max DD 5y | -0.24 |
| Sharpe Ratio 12m | -0.36 |
| Alpha | -49.12 |
| Beta | 2.131 |
| Volatility | 62.00% |
| Current Volume | 248.5k |
| Average Volume 20d | 350.8k |
| Stop Loss | 7.4 (-4.3%) |
| Signal | -1.40 |
Piotroski VR‑10 (Strict, 0-10) 1.5
| Net Income (-62.6m TTM) > 0 and > 6% of Revenue (6% = 62.9m TTM) |
| FCFTA 0.01 (>2.0%) and ΔFCFTA 1.52pp (YES ≥ +1.0pp, WARN ≥ +0.5pp) |
| NWC/Revenue 31.17% (prev 36.46%; Δ -5.29pp) (YES ≤20% & Δ≤-1pp; WARN ≤25% & Δ≤0 oder ≤40% & Δ≤-3pp) |
| CFO/TA 0.01 (>3.0%) and CFO 17.4m > Net Income -62.6m (YES >=105%, WARN >=100%) |
| Net Debt (239.6m) to EBITDA (25.9m) ratio: 9.25 <= 3.0 (WARN <= 3.5) |
| Current Ratio 2.40 (target 1.5–3.0; WARN 1.2–<1.5 or >3.0–5.0; CFO/TA gate active) |
| Outstanding Shares last Quarter (35.5m) change vs 12m ago 0.54% (target <= -2.0% for YES) |
| Gross Margin 15.59% (prev 15.64%; Δ -0.05pp) >=18% & Δ>=+0.5pp (WARN >=15% & Δ>=0) |
| Asset Turnover 77.37% (prev 79.41%; Δ -2.04pp) >=50% & Δ>=+2pp (WARN >=35% & Δ>=0) |
| Interest Coverage Ratio -0.14 (EBITDA TTM 25.9m / Interest Expense TTM 22.0m) >= 6 (WARN >= 3) |
Altman Z'' 3.81
| (A) 0.25 = (Total Current Assets 559.9m - Total Current Liabilities 233.2m) / Total Assets 1.31b |
| (B) 0.40 = Retained Earnings (Balance) 524.2m / Total Assets 1.31b |
| (C) -0.00 = EBIT TTM -3.00m / Avg Total Assets 1.35b |
| (D) 0.84 = Book Value of Equity 513.0m / Total Liabilities 612.5m |
| Total Rating: 3.81 = (6.56 * A) + (3.26 * B) + (6.72 * C) + (1.05 * D) |
ValueRay F-Score (Strict, 0-100) 34.17
| 1. Piotroski 1.50pt = -3.50 |
| 2. FCF Yield 3.79% = 1.89 |
| 3. FCF Margin 1.65% = 0.41 |
| 4. Debt/Equity 0.47 = 2.39 |
| 5. Debt/Ebitda 12.55 = -2.50 |
| 6. ROIC - WACC -6.89% = -8.61 |
| 7. RoE -8.69% = -1.45 |
| 8. Rev. Trend -68.16% = -3.41 |
| 9. Rev. CAGR -3.36% = -0.56 |
| 10. EPS Trend -43.21% = -1.08 |
| 11. EPS CAGR 5.77% = 0.58 |
What is the price of MEI shares?
Over the past week, the price has changed by +3.07%, over one month by +17.12%, over three months by -2.83% and over the past year by -21.31%.
Is Methode Electronics a good stock to buy?
Based on momentum, paid dividends and discounted-cash-flow analyses, the fair value of MEI is around 6.46 USD . This means that MEI is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of -16.43%.
Is MEI a buy, sell or hold?
- Strong Buy: 1
- Buy: 0
- Hold: 2
- Sell: 0
- Strong Sell: 0
What are the forecasts/targets for the MEI price?
| Issuer | Target | Up/Down from current |
|---|---|---|
| Wallstreet Target Price | 10.5 | 35.8% |
| Analysts Target Price | 10.5 | 35.8% |
| ValueRay Target Price | 7.1 | -8.4% |
Last update: 2025-08-22 04:43
MEI Fundamental Data Overview
CCE Cash And Equivalents = 103.6m USD (last quarter)
P/E Forward = 10.2354
P/S = 0.2245
P/B = 0.3393
P/EG = 1.16
Beta = 1.043
Revenue TTM = 1.05b USD
EBIT TTM = -3.00m USD
EBITDA TTM = 25.9m USD
Long Term Debt = 317.4m USD (from longTermDebt, last quarter)
Short Term Debt = 7.60m USD (from shortTermDebt, last quarter)
Debt = 325.0m USD (Calculated: Short Term 7.60m + Long Term 317.4m)
Net Debt = 239.6m USD (from netDebt column, last quarter)
Enterprise Value = 456.7m USD (235.3m + Debt 325.0m - CCE 103.6m)
Interest Coverage Ratio = -0.14 (Ebit TTM -3.00m / Interest Expense TTM 22.0m)
FCF Yield = 3.79% (FCF TTM 17.3m / Enterprise Value 456.7m)
FCF Margin = 1.65% (FCF TTM 17.3m / Revenue TTM 1.05b)
Net Margin = -5.97% (Net Income TTM -62.6m / Revenue TTM 1.05b)
Gross Margin = 15.59% ((Revenue TTM 1.05b - Cost of Revenue TTM 884.7m) / Revenue TTM)
Tobins Q-Ratio = 0.89 (Enterprise Value 456.7m / Book Value Of Equity 513.0m)
Interest Expense / Debt = 1.69% (Interest Expense 5.50m / Debt 325.0m)
Taxrate = 21.0% (US default)
NOPAT = -3.00m (EBIT -3.00m, no tax applied on loss)
Current Ratio = 2.40 (Total Current Assets 559.9m / Total Current Liabilities 233.2m)
Debt / Equity = 0.47 (Debt 325.0m / last Quarter total Stockholder Equity 693.3m)
Debt / EBITDA = 12.55 (Net Debt 239.6m / EBITDA 25.9m)
Debt / FCF = 18.79 (Debt 325.0m / FCF TTM 17.3m)
Total Stockholder Equity = 720.1m (last 4 quarters mean)
RoA = -4.79% (Net Income -62.6m, Total Assets 1.31b )
RoE = -8.69% (Net Income TTM -62.6m / Total Stockholder Equity 720.1m)
RoCE = -0.29% (Ebit -3.00m / (Equity 720.1m + L.T.Debt 317.4m))
RoIC = -0.29% (NOPAT -3.00m / Invested Capital 1.04b)
WACC = 6.60% (E(235.3m)/V(560.3m) * Re(13.87%)) + (D(325.0m)/V(560.3m) * Rd(1.69%) * (1-Tc(0.21)))
Shares Correlation 5-Years: -97.50 | Cagr: -1.74%
Discount Rate = 13.87% (= CAPM, Blume Beta Adj.)
[DCF Debug] Terminal Value 49.14% ; FCFE base≈17.3m ; Y1≈11.4m ; Y5≈5.19m
Fair Price DCF = 1.49 (DCF Value 52.3m / Shares Outstanding 35.2m; 5y FCF grow -40.0% → 3.0% )
Revenue Correlation: -68.16 | Revenue CAGR: -3.36%
Rev Growth-of-Growth: -1.87
EPS Correlation: -43.21 | EPS CAGR: 5.77%
EPS Growth-of-Growth: 223.8
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