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Eastern

(NASDAQ) EML

Current Price$25.53
Market Cap$160.42MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (1968)+5,620%
5 Year+0%
1 Year+17%
1 Month+22%
Eastern last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 26.602026-07-16
Eastern stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+2.66%USD 25.912026-07-09
1 month+21.57%USD 21.882026-06-16
3 month+19.24%USD 22.312026-04-17
Year to date+36.63%USD 19.472025-12-31
1 year+16.66%USD 22.802025-07-16
3 year+56.61%USD 16.982023-07-17
5 year+0.38%USD 26.502021-07-16
Since inception+5,619.71%USD 0.471968-01-02

Eastern Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$160.42MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

$242.71M

Net Income (TTM)

$3.81M

EPS (TTM)

$0.63

P/E Ratio

42.41

Dividend

$0.44

Beta (Volatility)

0.60 (Low)

Price

$25.53

Volume

7,244.692

Open

$26.19

Previous Close

$25.53

Daily Range

$25.53 - $26.40

52-Week Range

$17.61 - $29.91

Estimated Earnings Date

Aug 11, 2026

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About Eastern

The Eastern Company, incorporated in 1912, operates in the industrial markets by offering engineered solutions through its global presence, including locations in North America and Asia. The company specializes in designing, manufacturing, and selling hardware and technology solutions, primarily serving the commercial transportation and logistics sectors. Featuring a singular reportable segment, Engineered Solutions, Eastern continually aims to enhance cash generation, operational efficiency, and shareholder value through both organic growth and strategic acquisitions.

Products and Services

Turnkey returnable packaging solutions used in vehicle, aircraft, and durable goods assembly.

Access and security hardware, including latches, locks, and handles.

Blow molds and injection tools for diverse industries such as food, healthcare, and chemicals.

Vision technology and aftermarket components for heavy-duty trucks, motorhomes, and buses.

Electrical connection cable assemblies for tractor-trailers.

What Makes The Eastern Company Special

The Eastern Company sets itself apart by offering a diverse range of engineered products, ensuring resilience amidst market volatility. Its focus on innovation and quality enhances its competitive edge, solidifying long-term relationships with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and capturing emerging growth opportunities.

Five Things You Need to Know

The Eastern Company was established in 1912 and has expanded across North America and Asia.

Its main segment, Engineered Solutions, serves the transportation and logistics sectors.

The company prioritizes innovation, leveraging advanced technologies to maintain quality and foster growth.

Recent strategic actions include acquiring Sureflex, Inc., and selling the Argo EMS business to focus on core areas.

Eastern employs over 1,199 full-time workers, with a significant focus on human capital and operational excellence.

AI Generated • Apr 16, 2026

Industry

Machinery

Employees

1,246

CEO

Ryan Schroeder, MBA

Headquarters

Shelton, CT 06484, US

EML Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

21.73%

Operating Margin

3.01%

Net Income Margin

1.57%

Return on Equity

3.06%

Return on Capital

5.66%

Return on Assets

1.76%

Earnings Yield

2.36%

Dividend Yield

1.65%

Payout Ratio

70.05%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$160.42MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

6.03M

Volume

7.24K

Avg. Volume

32.87K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

$52.74M

Operating Income

$7.31M

EBITDA

$14.48M

Operating Cash Flow

$13.80M

Capital Expenditure

-$3.99M

Free Cash Flow

$9.82M

Cash & ST Invst.

$7.62M

Total Debt

$53.46M

Eastern Performance Analysis

Eastern annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD 279,265,14613.3%
20232023-12-31USD 258,857,380-7.3%
20242024-12-31USD 272,751,9675.4%
20252025-12-31USD 248,970,345-8.7%
Eastern sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22025-06-2810.8%
Q32025-09-27-21.1%
Q42026-01-034.0%
Q12026-04-043.7%
Eastern annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD 1.9228.8%
20232023-12-31USD 1.37-28.8%
20242024-12-31USD 2.1355.3%
20252025-12-31USD 0.84-60.6%
Eastern sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22025-06-2875.0%
Q32025-09-27-83.0%
Q42026-01-0399.6%
Q12026-04-04-42.1%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q1 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

$59.68M

-5.7%

Gross Profit

$11.74M

-18.9%

Gross Margin

19.68%

N/A

Market Cap

$160.42MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

$128.75K

N/A

Employees

1,246

N/A

Net Income

$640.13K

-67.1%

EBITDA

$3.72M

-55.4%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q1 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

$7.62M

-25.6%

Total Debt

$53.46M

-15.4%

Accounts Receivable

$32.58M

-2.8%

Inventory

$53.07M

-4.1%

Long Term Debt

$49.69M

-9.0%

Short Term Debt

$3.77M

-56.1%

Return on Assets

1.76%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

3.87%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

$2.61M

+213.2%

Operating Cash Flow

$3.48M

+338.6%

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Questions About EML

What is the current price of Eastern?

Eastern is trading at $25.53 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Eastern?

Over the past 52 weeks, Eastern has traded between $17.61 and $29.91.

How much debt does Eastern have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Eastern reported total debt of $53.46M.

How much cash does Eastern have on hand?

Eastern reported $7.62M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Eastern’s dividend yield?

Eastern currently has a dividend yield of 1.65%.

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