RBC Bearings Incorporated

RBC Bearings Incorporated

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$584.18

+1.0%
IndustrialsManufacturing - Tools & Accessories

RBC Bearings Incorporated manufactures and markets engineered precision bearings and components in the United States and internationally. It operates through two segments, Aerospace/Defense and Industrial. The company produces plain bearings with self-lubricating or metal-to-metal designs, including rod end bearings, spherical plain bearings, and journal bearings; roller bearings, such as tapered roller bearings, needle roller bearings, and needle bearing track rollers and cam followers, which are anti-friction products that are used in industrial applications and military aircraft platforms; and ball bearings include high precision aerospace, airframe control, thin section, and industrial ball bearings that utilize high precision ball elements to reduce friction in high-speed applications. It also offers mounted bearing products include mounted ball bearings, mounted roller bearings, and mounted plain bearings; and enclosed gearing product lines, including quantis gearmotor, torque arm, tigear, magnagear & maxum, and controlled start transmission. In addition, the company produces power transmission components include mechanical drive components, couplings, and conveyor components; engineered hydraulics and valves for aircraft and submarine applications, and aerospace and defense aftermarket services; fasteners; precision mechanical components, which are used in various general industrial applications; and machine tool collets that are used for holding circulars or rod-like pieces. It serves automotive, tool holding, agricultural and semiconductor machinery, commercial and defense aerospace, ground defense, construction and mining, oil and natural resource extraction, heavy truck, marine, rail and train, packaging, food and beverage, packaging and canning, wind, and general industrial markets through its direct sales force, as well as a network of industrial and aerospace distributors. The company was founded in 1919 and is headquartered in Oxford, Connecticut.

At a Glance

Live Snapshot
Market Cap$18.48B
EPS9.1400
P/E Ratio63.91
Earnings Date07/31/2026

Intrinsic Alpha Methodology

Thesis Lenses

Signal ยท Driver ยท Risk

Signal

High confidence

Valuation multiple is elevated (P/E 63.9).

Valuation inputs: P/E 63.9, earnings yield +1.6%, momentum +1.0%.

If multiples stay elevated while momentum fades, downside repricing risk rises.

Driver

High confidence

Return profile is soft (ROE +8.6%, ROIC +6.9%).

Profitability stack: net margin +15.4%, ROE +8.6%, ROIC +6.9%.

Quality deterioration often appears in margins before it shows up in headline EPS.

Risk

High confidence

Downside profile looks controlled across current risk inputs.

Risk factors: liabilities/assets +34.4%, momentum +1.0%, net margin +15.4%.

Higher leverage with weak momentum and thin margins can amplify drawdown severity.

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RBC Bearings Incorporated Market vs Earnings Trajectory

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RBC Bearings Incorporated Fair Value Envelope

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Our analysis suggests that RBC has a fair value of HIDDEN per share in the Base Case projection. With shares currently trading at $584.18, this represents a potential HIDDEN relative to our calculated worth for RBC Bearings Incorporated.

Intrinsic Value
Current Price: $584.18
3Y+41.0%
5Y+83.0%
10Y+112.0%
3Y+20.0%
5Y+27.0%
10Y+166.0%
3Y+37.0%
5Y+73.0%
10Y+173.0%
3Y+51.0%
5Y+88.0%
10Y+283.0%
3Y+42.0%
5Y+92.0%
10Y+410.0%
3Y+9.0%
5Y+9.0%
10Y+346.0%
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RBC Bearings Incorporated Profit Bridge

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Revenue1.87B
Cost of Goods Sold (1.04B)
Gross Profit830.20M
Operating Expenses (409.20M)
Operating Income421.00M
Interest Expense (49.80M)
Other Income/Expense-51.70M
Pretax Income369.30M
Income Tax (81.70M)
Net Income287.60M
Net Income
287.60M

Profitability Analysis

Gross Margin

44.4%

Strong gross margins indicate healthy pricing and efficient production or service delivery.

Operating Margin

22.5%

Healthy operating margins demonstrate effective cost control and strong business fundamentals.

Net Profit Margin

15.4%

Strong net margins indicate efficient operations and favorable tax/interest management.

Effective Tax Rate

22.1%

Moderate tax rate typical for most corporations. Represents standard tax burden on profits.

Profitability Insight

Exceptional profitability across all levels: Strong pricing power, efficient operations, and healthy bottom line indicate a high-quality business with sustainable competitive advantages.

44.37%
Gross Profit Margin
3Y+3.0%
5Y+8.0%
10Y+13.0%
22.50%
Operating Profit Margin
3Y+3.0%
5Y+13.0%
10Y+20.0%
15.37%
Net Profit Margin
2%
3Y+14.0%
5Y+35.0%
10Y+3.0%
8.56%
Return on Equity
5%
3Y+12.0%
5Y+30.0%
10Y-21.0%
5.61%
Return on Assets
7%
3Y+25.0%
5Y+58.0%
10Y-39.0%
6.89%
Return on Invested Capital
3%
3Y+10.0%
5Y+30.0%
10Y-34.0%
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RBC Bearings Incorporated Cash Conversion Engine

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Net Income287.60M
Depreciation & Amortization128.80M
Stock-Based Compensation34.50M
Change in Working Capital0.00
Others-46.10M
Capital Expenditures-73.10M
Free Cash Flow342.60M

Cash Flow Quality Analysis

FCF Conversion Rate

119.1%

Excellent cash generation. The company converts earnings to cash at or above 100%, indicating high-quality earnings.

CapEx Intensity

17.6%

Asset-light business model. Low capital requirements leave more cash available for shareholders and growth investments.

FCF Growth Trend

+40.5%

Strong FCF growth demonstrates improving cash generation and business momentum. Positive signal for sustainability.

Working Capital Impact

+$0.00

Neutral working capital impact. Changes in current assets and liabilities balanced out.

Cash Flow Quality Insight

Exceptional cash generation: High-quality earnings converting to growing free cash flow. The company demonstrates strong pricing power, efficient operations, and disciplined capital allocation.

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RBC Bearings Incorporated Funding & Solvency Profile

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Cash & Cash Equivalents57.30M
Net Receivables340.60M
Inventory762.80M
Other Current Assets29.10M
Total Current Assets1 B
Property, Plant & Equipment487.70M
Goodwill & Intangible Assets3.38B
Long-Term Investments0.00
Other Non-Current Assets63.60M
Total Non-Current Assets551 M
Total Assets
5.12B

Financial Health Analysis

Current Ratio

2.18x

Excellent liquidity position. The company can easily cover its short-term obligations with substantial cushion.

Debt-to-Equity Ratio

0.52x

Balanced capital structure with moderate leverage. Equity exceeds debt, suggesting healthy financial stability.

Working Capital

644 M

Strong working capital position provides significant operational flexibility and financial cushion.

Asset Composition

23% Current

Capital-intensive business with significant long-term investments in property, equipment, or intangibles.

Financial Health Insight

Strong financial foundation: Excellent liquidity combined with conservative leverage suggests the company is well-positioned to weather economic uncertainties and fund growth opportunities.

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RBC Bearings Incorporated Street Expectations Map

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Wall Street analysts project that RBC stock may see slight declines over the coming 12 months. The consensus 1-year price target stands at 583.80, with estimates ranging from a low of 527.00 to a high of 640.00.

Lowest Target
527.00
-9.79%
Consensus Target
583.80
-0.07%
Highest Target
640.00
9.56%

The consensus 1-year price target stands at 583.80, with estimates ranging from a low of 527.00 to a high of 640.00.

Analyst Consensus Analysis

Upside Potential

-0.1%

Fair value territory. Stock trading near consensus target suggests limited near-term catalysts. Focus on fundamental developments.

Analyst Agreement

19.4% spread

High analyst agreement. Narrow target range indicates strong consensus on valuation, suggesting clear investment thesis and predictable outlook.

Risk-Reward Profile

0.98x

Unfavorable risk-reward. Downside risk exceeds upside potential. Consider defensive positioning or alternative opportunities.

Analyst Conviction

Moderate

Neutral sentiment. Fair value pricing with moderate agreement suggests wait-and-see approach or catalyst-driven opportunity.

Market Sentiment Insight

Efficient pricing: Stock trading at fair value with strong consensus suggests market has priced in expectations. Look for fundamental inflection points or new catalysts to drive meaningful moves.

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RBC Bearings Incorporated Insider Positioning

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During the last 12 months, insiders have sold $51.27M worth of RBC shares, with no buying activity reported.

3 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

0

0.00

Net Activity

+0

+$0

3-6 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

1.5K

831.02K

Net Activity

-831K

-$831K

6-9 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

1.8K

783.09K

Net Activity

-783K

-$783K

9-12 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

127.9K

49.65M

Net Activity

-49.7M

-$49.65M

Top Buyers

No buying activity

Top Sellers

1
BDA

Bergeron Daniel A

Director, Officer: Vice President And Coo

83.7K sharesโ€ข3 transactions

$32.95M

2
HMJ

Hartnett Michael J

Director, Officer: President And Ceo

41.0K sharesโ€ข4 transactions

$15.50M

3
AMH

Ambrose Michael H.

Director

2.3K sharesโ€ข2 transactions

$866K

4
ERJ

Edwards Richard J

Officer: V.P. And General Manager

1.5K sharesโ€ข1 transactions

$831K

5
BBC

Boyan Barry C.

Director

1.2K sharesโ€ข1 transactions

$521K

Insider Activity Analysis

Net Insider Sentiment

Bearish

Strong bearish signal with $51.27M net selling. Heavy insider selling may indicate concerns about valuation or near-term prospects.

Buy/Sell Ratio

0.00:1

Very poor ratio. Heavy selling with minimal buying suggests insiders may be concerned about valuation or outlook.

Insider Participation

High Selling

5 insider sellers vs. 0 buyers. Widespread selling across multiple insiders may signal concerns.

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Dividend Yield
3Y-100.0%
5Y-
10Y-
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rbc Dividend History

RBC
10Y CAGR 16%
Latest $0.35
Annual $0.35
Dividend decline trend
Last Period: 82%