POWL's utility and industrial market strength, rising backlog and robust project wins are driving growth and supporting its fiscal 2026 outlook.

Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q2
while the company exhibits strong profitability with a 19.4% operating margin, the current P/E of 56.48 appears elevated given the significant deceleration in year-over-year revenue growth to 6.5%.
Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | May 4, 2026 | $1.25vs $1.34-6.7% | $297Mvs $298M-0.5% |
| Q1 2026 | Feb 3, 2026 | $1.13vs $0.95+18.9% | $251Mvs $256M-2.1% |
| Q4 2025 | Nov 18, 2025 | $4.22vs $3.78+11.6% | $298Mvs $292M+2.2% |
| Q3 2025 | Aug 5, 2025 | $3.96vs $3.73+6.2% | $286Mvs $298M-4.0% |
Recent stock market news and headlines for Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL)
POWL's utility and industrial market strength, rising backlog and robust project wins are driving growth and supporting its fiscal 2026 outlook.

LIEN, DK, ALH, CVE and LEGH have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List on July 1, 2026.

Powell Industries (POWL) concluded the recent trading session at $286.36, signifying a +1.87% move from its prior day's close.

POWL's utility, industrial growth and strong backlog support momentum, while higher costs and tariffs remain key concerns.

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Key metrics vs top competitors for Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $234.05 | $8.53B | 47.25 | 9.08% | 16.37% | 32.17% | 0.15% | |
| $478.89 | $25.46B | 28.95 | 3.84% | 15.1% | 24.38% | — | |
| $32.43 | $4.91B | -8.60 | 10.52% | -6.5% | -17.64% | — | |
| $153.18 | $24.77B | 35.54 | 29.51% | 11.37% | 13.41% | — | |
| $395.68 | $153.64B | 37.83 | 10.33% | 13.99% | 20.76% | — | |
| $366.98 | $383.43B | 44.97 | 18.48% | 17.91% | 45.85% | — |
Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
May 5, 2026·SEC
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Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL) reported $1.13B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 566% increase from $170.1M in 1996.
Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL) grew revenue by 9.1% over the past year. This is steady growth.
Yes, Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL) is profitable, generating $186.9M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (16.4% net margin).
Yes, Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL) pays a dividend with a yield of 0.15%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL) has a return on equity (ROE) of 32.2%. This is excellent, indicating efficient use of shareholder capital.
Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL) generated $143.2M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.