Bull case
IR would need investors to value it at roughly 45x earnings — about 23x more generous than today's 22x forward P/E. That requires meaningful multiple expansion on top of continued earnings growth.
Wall Street verdict, consensus price target, and analyst rating breakdown — everything needed to frame the risk/reward at today's price.
Three scenarios for where IR stock could go
IR would need investors to value it at roughly 45x earnings — about 23x more generous than today's 22x forward P/E. That requires meaningful multiple expansion on top of continued earnings growth.
At 34x on FY1 earnings, the base case reflects a reasonable but not stretched valuation. It prices in continued growth without assuming an exceptional setup.
If investor confidence fades or macro conditions deteriorate, a 1x multiple contraction could push IR down roughly 3% from where it trades now.
Not financial advice. Model confidence reflects internal scenario assumptions, not a guarantee of returns. Past performance does not predict future results.

Ingersoll Rand is a diversified industrial company that designs and manufactures mission-critical air compression, fluid handling, and precision technology equipment. It generates revenue primarily through equipment sales (~60%) and higher-margin aftermarket services and parts (~40%) across its Industrial Technologies and Precision Science segments. The company's competitive moat lies in its installed base of durable equipment that drives recurring service revenue and its technical expertise in specialized industrial applications.
Quarterly beat-or-miss track record against analyst estimates, plus forward revenue and EPS outlook for the next two fiscal years.
| Quarter | EPS (Actual / Est) | EPS Surprise | Revenue (Actual / Est) | Rev Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | $0.80/$0.80 | +0.4% | $1.9B/$1.8B | +2.2% |
| Q4 2025 | $0.86/$0.86 | -0.2% | $2.0B/$1.9B | +0.4% |
| Q1 2026 | $0.96/$0.91 | +5.8% | $2.1B/$2.0B | +2.3% |
| Q2 2026 | $0.77/$0.74 | +4.1% | $1.8B/$1.8B | +0.9% |
IR beat EPS estimates in 3 of 4 tracked quarters. A strong delivery record supports forward estimate credibility.
Product and geographic revenue mix from the latest annual disclosure, with year-over-year growth by segment.
Latest annual revenue by segment or product family
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Latest annual revenue by reported region
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Current multiples compared to the S&P 500, the company's sector, and its own five-year average.
Fair value est. $57 — implies -26.8% from today's price.
| Metric | IR | S&P 500 | Industrials | 5Y Avg IR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward PE | 22.2x | 18.8x+18% | 21.2x | — |
| Trailing PE | 53.7x | 24.4x+120% | 25.6x+110% | 44.1x+22% |
| PEG Ratio | — | 1.66x | 1.65x | — |
| EV/EBITDA | 17.7x | 15.2x+16% | 13.9x+27% | 21.4x-17% |
| Price/FCF | 25.0x | 20.7x+21% | 20.0x+25% | 31.1x-20% |
| Price/Sales | 4.0x | 3.1x+29% | 1.6x+155% | 4.5x-11% |
| Dividend Yield | 0.10% | 1.91% | 1.21% | 0.09% |
Forward P/E and PEG reflect analyst consensus estimates. Historical averages use trailing ratios where forward data is unavailable.S&P 500 and sector benchmarks both use trailing median P/E — similar readings indicate the broader index and sector are priced alike.
Open valuation toolIR generates $1.2B in free cash flow at a 14.9% margin — returns 3.4% of market cap to shareholders annually.
Revenue, margins, and cash generation
ROIC, leverage, and debt serviceability
~3.0 years to full repayment at current FCF run-rate
How capital is returned to owners
All figures from the trailing twelve months. ROIC uses invested capital (equity + net debt).
Open full ratios pageKey factors that could pressure the stock price, compress the multiple, or weigh on future results.
AI analysis · updated June 18, 2026
Q1 2026 showed weak organic performance and margin compression, contributing to a 20% stock decline.
A deepening European industrial recession through 2026 could reduce ITS EMEA organic growth by 5-8%, compressing group growth to near zero.
A global industrial capex downturn may cause IR to miss FY2025 guidance and re-rate to a low-teens EV/EBITDA multiple.
Section 232 and other tariff changes are viewed as net neutral due to mitigation efforts, but remain a structural risk.
Bear case price target of $25 suggests significant downside risk if negative scenarios materialize.
These are risk mechanisms, not predictions. The key question is which would force a cut to earnings estimates or a lower multiple than the market currently prices in.
Structural drivers behind the upside case and why the stock could outperform over the next 12 months.
AI analysis · updated June 18, 2026
Ingersoll Rand reported year-on-year increases in quarterly sales and earnings, alongside lower impairment charges, indicating robust financial health.
The company confirmed 2026 revenue growth guidance of 2.5% to 4.5%, signaling confidence in future performance.
Ingersoll Rand's upcoming participation in an investor conference highlights its commitment to engaging with the investment community.
A bullish thesis on Ingersoll Rand Inc. was discussed on r/investing_discussion, reflecting positive analyst sentiment.
AI models forecast a 2026 stock price target of $76.64, with bull/bear scenarios and expert analysis available.
A real bull case compounds — each driver matters most when it strengthens margins, supports capital returns, and keeps the company above the market's minimum growth bar simultaneously.
52-week range context and price returns across multiple time horizons. Dividend contribution is shown separately in the Capital Return section.
Range context matters because valuation compression and earnings misses rarely hit from the same starting point. A stock already far below its high can still fall, but it is no longer carrying the same embedded optimism as one pressing a fresh peak.
Valuation, growth, and margin comparison against the closest publicly traded peers for this company.
| Company | Mkt Cap | Fwd PE | Rev Grw | Margin | Rating | Upside |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR IR Ingersoll Rand Inc. | $30.5B | 22.2x | +7.1% | 7.5% | Buy | +20.2% |
IEX IEX IDEX Corporation | $16.7B | 26.5x | +5.1% | 14.4% | Hold | +8.8% |
XYL XYL Xylem Inc. | $26.5B | 20.1x | +6.0% | 10.7% | Hold | +36.0% |
ROP ROP Roper Technologies, Inc. | $34.0B | 15.1x | +8.1% | 21.1% | Buy | +38.6% |
PNR PNR Pentair plc | $12.0B | 13.9x | +2.6% | 16.0% | Hold | +44.6% |
FEL FELE Franklin Electric Co., Inc. | $4.6B | 22.7x | +5.5% | 6.9% | Hold | -4.0% |
This peer comparison reflects companies with similar business models, product lines, or market positioning, supplemented by industry grouping when direct matches are limited.
IR returns capital mainly through $1.0B/year in buybacks (3.3% buyback yield), with a modest 0.10% dividend — combining for 3.4% total shareholder yield.
Yield, cadence, and growth quality
How much per-share support comes from repurchases
| Year | Div / Share | YoY Grw | BB Yield | Total Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $0.04 | — | — | — |
| 2025 | $0.08 | 0.0% | 3.2% | 3.3% |
| 2024 | $0.08 | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| 2023 | $0.08 | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| 2022 | $0.08 | +300.0% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
Common questions answered from live analyst data and company financials.
Ingersoll Rand Inc. (IR) is rated Buy by Wall Street analysts as of 2026. Of 15 analysts covering the stock, 8 rate it Buy or Strong Buy, 7 rate it Hold, and 0 rate it Sell or Strong Sell. The consensus 12-month price target is $94, implying +20.2% from the current price of $78. The bear case scenario is $76 and the bull case is $158.
The Wall Street consensus price target for IR is $94 based on 15 analyst estimates. The high-end target is $110 (+41.2% from today), and the low-end target is $80 (+2.7%). The base case model target is $120.
IR trades at 22.2x times forward earnings. The stock trades at a notable premium to the broad market, which is typical for businesses with strong free cash flow and above-average growth expectations. Based on current multiples versus the peer group, the relative model signals expensive versus peers. Whether the stock is over or undervalued ultimately depends on whether consensus earnings estimates are achievable.
The primary risks for IR in 2026 are: (1) Weak organic performance — Q1 2026 showed weak organic performance and margin compression, contributing to a 20% stock decline. (2) European industrial recession — A deepening European industrial recession through 2026 could reduce ITS EMEA organic growth by 5-8%, compressing group growth to near zero. (3) Global capex downturn — A global industrial capex downturn may cause IR to miss FY2025 guidance and re-rate to a low-teens EV/EBITDA multiple. Each factor has the potential to pressure earnings or compress the stock's valuation multiple.
Analyst consensus estimates IR will report consensus revenue of $8.3B (+7.1% year-over-year) and EPS of $2.35 (+57.1% year-over-year) for the upcoming fiscal year. The following year, analysts project $8.7B in revenue.
Ingersoll Rand Inc. is expected to report its next earnings on approximately 2026-07-30. Consensus expects EPS of $0.83 and revenue of $2.0B. Over recent quarters, IR has beaten EPS estimates 75% of the time.
Ingersoll Rand Inc. (IR) generated $1.2B in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months — a free cash flow margin of 14.9%. IR returns capital to shareholders through dividends (0.1% yield) and share repurchases ($1.0B TTM).