Zacks Investment Research·5 days ago
nVent Stock Outlook Gets a Boost From Data Center Demand WaveNVT is benefiting from AI data center demand, expanding backlog and capacity investments that support its stronger 2026 growth outlook.
nVent Electric plc(NVT)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
NVT•NYSE
$156.89
36.4× P/E·Price updated Jul 6, 2026
AboutnVent Electric plc designs, manufactures, markets, installs, and services electrical connection and protection products worldwide. The company operates through three segments: Enclosures, Electrical & Fastening Solutions, and Thermal Management. The Enclosures segment provides solutions to connect and protect critical electronics, communication, control, and power equipment; physical infrastructure solutions to host, connect, and protect server and network equipment; and indoor and outdoor protection for test and measurement and aerospace and defense applications in industrial, infrastructure, commercial, and energy verticals. Its products also include metallic and non-metallic enclosures, cabinets, sub racks, and backplanes. The Electrical & Fastening Solutions segment offers fastening solutions to connect and protect electrical and mechanical systems, and civil structures. It also provides engineered electrical and fastening products. The Thermal Management segment offers electric thermal solutions that connect and protect buildings, infrastructure, industrial processes, and people. This segment provides thermal management systems comprising heat tracing, floor heating, fire-rated and specialty wiring, sensing, and snow melting and de-icing solutions. The company sells its products under the CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, RAYCHEM, SCHROFF, and TRACER brands. nVent Electric plc markets its products through electrical distributors, data center contractors, original equipment manufacturers, and maintenance contractors. It serves the energy, industrial, infrastructure, and commercial and residential sectors. The company was founded in 1903 and is based in London, the United Kingdom.Show more
- Revenue$3.89B+29.5%
- EBITDA$825M+22.5%
- Net Income$710M+114.0%
- EPS (Diluted)4.31+118.8%
- Gross Margin37.74%-6.2%
- EBITDA Margin21.18%-5.4%
- Operating Margin15.84%-9.6%
- Net Margin18.24%+65.3%
- ROE20.39%+96.0%
NVT Price & Volume
nVent Electric plc (NVT) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Aggressive Revenue Growth Faces Margin Compression Headwinds
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
VerdictNeutral
Growth:Accelerating
Profitability:Moderate
Financial:Healthy
Cash Flow:Mixed
Primary Risk:Integration and margin dilution
Key Thesis Takeaways
- nVent Electric is successfully capturing significant demand for data center infrastructure, evidenced by a 53.5% revenue growth rate in 2026Q1.
- However, investors should remain cautious as gross margins have compressed to 35.9% from 2024 peaks, and significant goodwill of $2.7 billion on the balance sheet increases sensitivity to acquisition performance.
- While the company maintains a disciplined debt-to-equity ratio of 0.41, the volatility in cash conversion and reliance on inorganic growth warrant close monitoring of future operational efficiency.
Verdict Logic
while the 53.5% revenue growth in 2026Q1 highlights strong market demand, the current P/E ratio of 37.80 and margin compression risks suggest a premium valuation that may not fully account for recent operational volatility.
NVT Growth Metrics
nVent Electric plc (NVT) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years7.96%
5 Years14.27%
3 Years19.26%
TTM40.3%
Profit CAGR
10 Years12.95%
5 Years-
3 Years21.11%
TTM-16.26%
EPS CAGR
10 Years13.83%
5 Years-
3 Years21.89%
TTM-14.38%
Return on Capital
10 Years7.75%
5 Years9.14%
3 Years9.77%
Last Year10.47%
NVT Recent Earnings
nVent Electric plc (NVT) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 9/12 qtrs (75%)●Beat Revenue 4/12 qtrs (33%)
Q2 2026Latest
May 1, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.09+15.8%
$0.94
Rev
$1.2B+12.0%
$1.1B
Q1 2026
Feb 6, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.90+0.3%
$0.90
Rev
$1.1B+6.2%
$1.0B
Q4 2025
Oct 31, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.91+2.8%
$0.89
Rev
$1.1B+4.8%
$1.0B
Q3 2025
Aug 1, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.86+9.0%
$0.79
Rev
$963M+6.0%
$908M
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | May 1, 2026 | $1.09vs $0.94+15.8% | $1.2Bvs $1.1B+12.0% |
| Q1 2026 | Feb 6, 2026 | $0.90vs $0.90+0.3% | $1.1Bvs $1.0B+6.2% |
| Q4 2025 | Oct 31, 2025 | $0.91vs $0.89+2.8% | $1.1Bvs $1.0B+4.8% |
| Q3 2025 | Aug 1, 2025 | $0.86vs $0.79+9.0% | $963Mvs $908M+6.0% |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Latest NVT News
Recent stock market news and headlines for nVent Electric plc (NVT)
Zacks Investment Research·5 days ago
NVT Is Emerging as an AI Infrastructure Winner Beyond Liquid CoolingnVent Electric is expanding beyond liquid cooling, leveraging AI infrastructure demand across power, enclosures and grid modernization markets.
Zacks Investment Research·5 days ago
Is NVT Stock Still Worth Buying After Its Huge Rally in 2026?nVent Electric's strong 2026 rally is backed by higher guidance and record backlog, but premium valuation and cost pressures warrant a cautious approach.
Zacks Investment Research·5 days ago
Can Capacity Expansion Support nVent Electric's Next Growth Phase?NVT is expanding manufacturing capacity and investing in new products to meet rising AI data center and power utility demand.
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Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for nVent Electric plc (NVT)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $156.89 | $25.37B | 36.40 | 29.51% | 18.24% | 20.39% | 0.51% | |
| $413.42 | $160.53B | 39.52 | 10.33% | 13.99% | 20.76% | — | |
| $70.45 | $2.38B | -156.56 | -10.98% | -4.19% | -8.68% | — | |
| $495.60 | $26.35B | 29.96 | 3.84% | 15.1% | 24.38% | — | |
| $354.23 | $10.6B | 28.27 | 13.14% | 10.25% | 16.85% | — | |
| $141.56 | $79.29B | 35.04 | 3% | 13.35% | 12.1% | — |
Compare NVT vs Peers
nVent Electric plc (NVT) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
NVT SEC Filings & Documents
nVent Electric plc (NVT) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
8-K Announcements
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Feb 17, 2026·SEC
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Oct 31, 2025·SEC
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NVT Frequently Asked Questions
nVent Electric plc (NVT) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is nVent Electric plc's revenue?
nVent Electric plc (NVT) reported $4.33B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 139% increase from $1.81B in 2015.
How fast is nVent Electric plc growing?
nVent Electric plc (NVT) grew revenue by 29.5% over the past year. This is strong growth.
Is NVT profitable?
Yes, nVent Electric plc (NVT) is profitable, generating $491.9M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (18.2% net margin).
Dividend & Returns
Does NVT pay dividends?
Yes, nVent Electric plc (NVT) pays a dividend with a yield of 0.51%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
What is NVT's return on equity?
nVent Electric plc (NVT) has a return on equity (ROE) of 20.4%. This is excellent, indicating efficient use of shareholder capital.
What is nVent Electric plc's free cash flow?
nVent Electric plc (NVT) generated $386.6M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.