Roper's transition toward an asset-light application software portfolio is visible in gross margin expansion from 68.3% in 2024Q4 to 70.1% in 2026Q3, but headline revenue growth has decelerated from 16.3% to 7.6% over the same span, suggesting acquisition contribution and base-business maturity may be capping organic…
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Revenue growth has slowed to 7.6% in 2026Q3 from 16.3% in 2024Q4 while operating margin held at 28.7%, indicating mix-driven gross margin gains of 180bp to 70.1% have been offset by SG&A growth that tracked revenue nearly one-for-one from $699.1M to $899.4M.
Roper's shift toward asset-light, recurring software businesses has structurally expanded operating margins above traditional industrial benchmarks.
Management emphasizes disciplined acquisitions, supported by a strong buyback program and an active pipeline, even in a constrained private credit market.
Roper's autonomous business units and effective capital allocation continue to support long-term growth despite recent stock depreciation.
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q4 2026Latest Oct 22, 2026 | $5.89+1.7% vs $5.79 | $2.2B-0.1% vs $2.2B |
Q3 2026 Jul 23, 2026 | $5.38+1.9% vs $5.28 | $2.1B+0.6% vs $2.1B |
Q2 2026 Apr 23, 2026 | $5.16+3.4% vs $4.99 | $2.1B+1.6% vs $2.1B |
Q1 2026 Jan 27, 2026 | $5.21+1.4% vs $5.14 | $2.1B-1.1% vs $2.1B |
Roper Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: ROP - Get Free Report)'s stock price reached a new 52-week high on Thursday following a dividend announcement from the company. The stock traded as high as $497.99 and last traded at $497.5660, with a volume of 42,760 shares changing hands. The stock had previously closed at $492.22. The newly announced dividend
ROP boosts its quarterly dividend by 10% to $1.00 per share, marking 34 consecutive years of increases and reflecting its solid financial health.
SARASOTA, Fla., Nov. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Roper Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: ROP) announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.00 per share, payable on January 19, 2027 to stockholders of record as of January 4, 2027. This represents an increase of 10% over the dividend paid in each quarter of 2026, or an expected $0.36 increase on an annual basis ($0.09 on a quarterly basis). This is the thirty-fourth consecutive year in which Roper has increased its dividend.
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Key metrics vs top competitors for Roper Technologies, Inc. (ROP)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $476.60 | $48.1B | 18.29 | 12.26% | 30.71% | 13.53% | 0.69% | |
| $204.59 | $26.63B | 30.07 | 6.63% | 27.68% | — | 0.88% | |
| $641.01 | $46.6B | 33.49 | 9.51% | 43.87% | — | 1.12% | |
| $65.37 | $19.74B | 30.47 | -17.48% | 14.83% | 10.61% | 0.44% | |
| $230.25 | $161.86B | 37.58 | 2.9% | 16.91% | 8.18% | 0.54% | |
| $280.95 | $80.83B | 24.83 | 0.92% | 19.39% | 103.35% | 2.17% |
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Roper Technologies, Inc. (ROP) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Roper Technologies, Inc. (ROP) reported $8.43B in revenue over the trailing twelve months. Revenue was $7.90B in fiscal year 2025. That is 3401% more than the $225.7M of fiscal year 1996.
Roper Technologies, Inc. (ROP) grew revenue by 9.2% over the trailing twelve months, compared with the twelve months before.
Yes. Roper Technologies, Inc. (ROP) earned $2.59B in net income over the trailing twelve months (a 30.7% net margin).
Yes. Roper Technologies, Inc. (ROP) pays a dividend that yields 0.69% at the current price, a small yield.
Roper Technologies, Inc. (ROP) had a return on equity (ROE) of 13.5% over the trailing twelve months. That is in line with the market's typical 10-15%.
Roper Technologies, Inc. (ROP) generated $2.56B in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months.
