Is LFUS a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, LITTELFUSE INC /DE (LFUS) receives a "Hold" rating with a composite score of 48.8/100. It is ranked #673 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 50/100, Value 38/100, Momentum 68/100. The timing signal is "Neutral". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for LFUS?

LITTELFUSE INC /DE (LFUS) has a "Hold" rating and 3-star score. The composite score of 48.8 ranks it #673 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is LFUS in?

LITTELFUSE INC /DE operates in the Industrials sector (Electrical Equipment industry) with a market cap of $8.69 billion. It is classified as a mid-cap stock.

Does LFUS pay a dividend?

Yes, LFUS pays a dividend with a current yield of 1.10%. For every $1,000 invested, you would receive approximately $11.00 in annual dividend income.

What is LFUS's P/E ratio?

LFUS has a trailing P/E ratio of 37.88x. The Industrials sector average is 28.3x. This above-average P/E reflects growth expectations or premium valuation.

How profitable is LFUS?

LFUS's quality factor score is 50/100. Gross margin: 38.0%. ROE: 9.4% vs sector average 8.9%. Margins are moderate to low, reflecting competitive market dynamics.

How is LFUS valued compared to peers?

LFUS's value factor score is 38/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 37.9x, EV/EBITDA 27.2x. Trading at a premium relative to peers.

What is LFUS's debt level?

LFUS's debt-to-equity ratio is 33%. Sector average: 70%. Low leverage suggests conservative financial management.

LFUS has a beta of 1.42, meaning it amplifies market moves. Stability score: 50/100.

Does LFUS have high short interest?

LFUS's short interest factor score is 32/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

LFUS Stock Analysis: Top Mid-Cap Hold (Score 48.8/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
LFUS	+1.73%	+10.48%	+18.25%	+51.38%	+150.70%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLU	-0.40%	+1.34%	+0.86%	+10.00%	-37.72%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	+1.80%	+6.88%	+17.91%	+51.74%	+121.18%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	+2.13%	+9.15%	+17.39%	+41.38%	+188.42%	-	-	-

Metric	LFUS	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	37.9x	+34%
EV/EBITDA	27.2x	+377%
Price / Book	3.6x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
STNG Scorpio Tankers Inc.	64	43	96	73	-	93.3%	63.1%	53.8%	-	30.0x	$3.8B	VS
TNK TEEKAY TANKERS LTD.	62	50	97	71	6.4x	91.9%	67.0%	32.8%	-	0.0x	$2.5B	VS
TEN TSAKOS ENERGY NAVIGATION LTD	61	50	86	75	7.6x	42.1%	97.8%	22.6%	-	103.0x	$1.2B	VS
HAFN Hafnia Ltd	60	42	79	77	-	439.1%	48.5%	27.0%	-	0.0x	$3.8B	VS
TPH Tri Pointe Homes, Inc.	57	50	67	66	13.6x	8.8%	47.5%	7.9%	-26.0%	50.0x	$4.0B	VS
GLDD Great Lakes Dredge & Dock CORP	57	50	69	70	16.3x	13.5%	22.2%	8.1%	14.8%	73.0x	$1.1B	VS
SOBO South Bow Corp	57	39	79	66	22.0x	48.4%	82.3%	14.9%	-	219.0x	$6.8B	VS
IMPP Imperial Petroleum Inc./Marshall Islands	54	44	98	58	2.8x	47.7%	100.0%	34.0%	-19.7%	0.0x	$156M	VS
CCO Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc.	52	48	58	69	59.3x	-	53.4%	-0.3%	7.7%	-	$1.2B	VS
IMXI International Money Express, Inc.	52	50	73	52	11.6x	25.5%	0.0%	6.4%	-9.7%	221.0x	$476M	VS
LFUS LITTELFUSE INC /DE	49	50	38	68	37.9x	9.4%	38.0%	9.6%	11.8%	33.0x	$8.7B

Key Ratio	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016
Gross Margin %	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.3%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%
Operating Margin %	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%
EBITDA Margin %	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%
Net Margin %	0.1%	-0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
FCF Margin %	-	-	13.3%	-	-	-	14.0%	12.2%	15.0%	16.6%	12.7%
ROE %	0.1%	-0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
ROA %	0.1%	-0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
ROIC %	-2.1%	0.9%	4.8%	8.5%	12.3%	12.0%	7.9%	9.2%	10.6%	17.4%	10.4%

Key Ratio

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

Gross Margin %

0.4%

0.3%

0.4%

Operating Margin %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

EBITDA Margin %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.2%

Net Margin %

0.1%

-0.0%

0.0%

0.1%

FCF Margin %

13.3%

14.0%

12.2%

15.0%

16.6%

12.7%

ROE %

0.1%

-0.0%

0.0%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

ROA %

0.1%

-0.0%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

ROIC %

-2.1%

0.9%

4.8%

8.5%

12.3%

12.0%

7.9%

9.2%

10.6%

17.4%

10.4%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016
	$2.4B	$2.4B	$2.2B	$2.4B	$2.5B	$2.1B	$1.4B	$1.5B	$1.7B	$1.2B	$1.1B
	—	$1.5B	—	$1.5B	$1.5B	$1.3B	—	—	—	—	—
	$896M	$906M	$788M	$900M	$1.0B	$772M	$501M	$546M	$653M	$507M	$413M
Gross Margin	38.0%	38.0%	35.9%	38.1%	40.1%	37.1%	34.7%	36.3%	38.0%	41.5%	39.1%
	—	$382M	—	$355M	$345M	$275M	—	—	—	—	—
Research & Development	—	$107M	$108M	$102M	$96M	$66M	$53M	$80M	$87M	$50M	$42M
Depreciation	—	—	$130M	—	—	—	$96M	$93M	$103M	$63M	$53M
Total Operating Expenses	—	$869M	—	$539M	$506M	$386M	—	—	—	—	—
	$348M	$38M	$159M	$361M	$501M	$386M	$162M	$193M	$225M	$219M	$131M
EBIT	$348M	$38M	$159M	$361M	$501M	$386M	$162M	$193M	$225M	$219M	$131M
EBITDA	$348M	$38M	$321M	$361M	$501M	$386M	$279M	$281M	$331M	$280M	$185M
Operating Margin	14.7%	1.6%	7.2%	15.3%	19.9%	18.5%	11.2%	12.8%	13.1%	17.9%	12.4%
EBITDA Margin	14.8%	1.6%	14.7%	15.3%	19.9%	18.5%	19.3%	18.7%	19.2%	23.0%	17.5%
	—	—	$39M	$40M	$26M	$19M	$21M	$22M	$23M	$13M	$9M
	—	$4M	—	$329M	$443M	$341M	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$75M	$52M	$69M	$70M	$57M	$31M	$27M	$40M	$85M	$19M
	$228M	-$72M	$100M	$259M	$373M	$284M	$130M	$139M	$165M	$120M	$104M
Net Margin	9.6%	-3.0%	4.6%	11.0%	14.8%	13.6%	9.0%	9.3%	9.6%	9.8%	9.9%
	$-2.89	$-2.89	$4.04	$10.44	$15.09	$11.54	$5.33	$5.66	$6.62	$5.27	$4.63
Diluted EPS	$-2.89	$-2.89	$4.04	$10.34	$14.94	$11.38	$5.33	$5.66	$6.62	$5.27	$4.63
Weighted Avg Basic	—	25M	—	25M	25M	25M	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	25M	—	25M	25M	25M	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

$2.4B

$2.2B

$2.4B

$2.5B

$2.1B

$1.4B

$1.5B

$1.7B

$1.2B

$1.1B

—

$1.5B

—

$1.5B

$1.3B

—

$896M

$906M

$788M

$900M

$1.0B

$772M

$501M

$546M

$653M

$507M

$413M

Gross Margin

38.0%

35.9%

38.1%

40.1%

37.1%

34.7%

36.3%

38.0%

41.5%

39.1%

—

$382M

—

$355M

$345M

$275M

—

Research & Development

—

$107M

$108M

$102M

$96M

$66M

$53M

$80M

$87M

$50M

$42M

Depreciation

—

$130M

—

$96M

$93M

$103M

$63M

$53M

Total Operating Expenses

—

$869M

—

$539M

$506M

$386M

—

$348M

$38M

$159M

$361M

$501M

$386M

$162M

$193M

$225M

$219M

$131M

EBIT

$348M

$38M

$159M

$361M

$501M

$386M

$162M

$193M

$225M

$219M

$131M

EBITDA

$348M

$38M

$321M

$361M

$501M

$386M

$279M

$281M

$331M

$280M

$185M

Operating Margin

14.7%

1.6%

7.2%

15.3%

19.9%

18.5%

11.2%

12.8%

13.1%

17.9%

12.4%

EBITDA Margin

14.8%

1.6%

14.7%

15.3%

19.9%

18.5%

19.3%

18.7%

19.2%

23.0%

17.5%

—

$39M

$40M

$26M

$19M

$21M

$22M

$23M

$13M

$9M

—

$4M

—

$329M

$443M

$341M

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$75M

$52M

$69M

$70M

$57M

$31M

$27M

$40M

$85M

$19M

$228M

-$72M

$100M

$259M

$373M

$284M

$130M

$139M

$165M

$120M

$104M

Net Margin

9.6%

-3.0%

4.6%

11.0%

14.8%

13.6%

9.0%

9.3%

9.6%

9.8%

9.9%

$-2.89

$4.04

$10.44

$15.09

$11.54

$5.33

$5.66

$6.62

$5.27

$4.63

Diluted EPS

$-2.89

$4.04

$10.34

$14.94

$11.38

$5.33

$5.66

$6.62

$5.27

$4.63

Weighted Avg Basic

—

25M

—

25M

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

25M

—

25M

—

LITTELFUSE INC /DE (LFUS) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does LITTELFUSE INC /DE Do?

Littelfuse, Inc. manufactures and sells circuit protection, power control, and sensing products in the Asia-Pacific, the Americas, and Europe. The company's Electronics segment offers fuses and fuse accessories, positive temperature coefficient resettable fuses, polymer electrostatic discharge suppressors, varistors, reed switch based magnetic sensing products, and gas discharge tubes; and discrete transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diodes, TVS diode arrays, protection and switching thyristors, metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistors and diodes, and insulated gate bipolar transistors. This segment serves industrial motor drives and power conversion, automotive electronics, electric vehicle and related infrastructure, power supplies, data centers, telecommunications, medical devices, alternative energy, building and home automation, appliances, and mobile electronics markets. Its Transportation segment provides blade, resettable, and high-current and high-voltage fuses, as well as battery cable protectors for hybrid and electric vehicles; fuses, switches, relays, circuit breakers, and power distribution modules for the commercial vehicles; and sensor products. This segment serves original equipment manufacturers, Tier-I suppliers, and parts distributors in the passenger car, heavy duty truck, off-road vehicles, material handling, agricultural, construction, and other commercial vehicle end markets. The company's Industrial segment offers industrial fuses, protection relays, contactors, transformers, and temperature sensors for use in renewable energy and energy storage systems, electric vehicle infrastructure, HVAC systems, industrial safety, non-residential construction, MRO, mining, and industrial automation. It sells its products through distributors, direct sales force, and manufacturers' representatives. Littelfuse, Inc. was founded in 1927 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. LITTELFUSE INC /DE (LFUS) is classified as a mid-cap stock in the Industrials sector, specifically within the Electrical Equipment industry. The company is led by CEO David W. Heinzmann and employs approximately 18,000 people, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. With a market capitalization of $8.7B, LFUS is one of the notable companies in the Industrials sector.

LITTELFUSE INC /DE (LFUS) Stock Rating — Hold (April 2026)

As of April 2026, LITTELFUSE INC /DE receives a Hold rating with a composite score of 48.8/100 and 3 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.LFUS ranks #673 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Industrials sector, LITTELFUSE INC /DE ranks #117 of 752 stocks, placing it in the top quartile of its Industrials peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

LFUS Stock Price and 52-Week Range

LITTELFUSE INC /DE (LFUS) currently trades at $376.36. The 52-week high for LFUS is $380.00, which means the stock is currently trading -1.0% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $142.10, putting the stock 164.9% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 0 shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is LFUS Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

LITTELFUSE INC /DE (LFUS) carries a value factor score of 38/100 in the Blank Capital model, signaling premium valuation that prices in significant future growth. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 37.88x, compared to the Industrials sector average of 28.33x — a premium of 34%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 3.57x, versus the sector average of 2.23x. The price-to-sales ratio is 3.67x, compared to 0.50x for the average Industrials stock. On an enterprise value basis, LFUS trades at 27.17x EV/EBITDA, versus 5.70x for the sector.

At current multiples, LITTELFUSE INC /DE trades at a premium to most Industrials peers. This elevated valuation may be justified if the company can sustain above-average growth rates and profitability, but it also creates downside risk if earnings disappoint expectations.

LITTELFUSE INC /DE Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

LITTELFUSE INC /DE (LFUS) earns a quality factor score of 50/100, indicating solid business quality with consistent operational execution. The return on equity (ROE) is 9.4%, compared to the Industrials sector average of 8.9%, which is below typical expectations for high-quality companies. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 5.8% versus the sector average of 3.3%.

On a margin basis, LITTELFUSE INC /DE reports gross margins of 38.0%, compared to 35.8% for the sector. The operating margin is 14.7% (sector: 6.2%). Net profit margin stands at 9.6%, versus 3.9% for the average Industrials stock. Revenue growth is running at 11.8% on a trailing basis, compared to 6.4% for the sector. The overall profitability profile is adequate, though there may be room for margin expansion.

LFUS Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

LITTELFUSE INC /DE has a debt-to-equity ratio of 33.0%, compared to the Industrials sector average of 70.0%. The low leverage indicates a conservative balance sheet with significant financial flexibility. The current ratio is 2.69x, indicating strong short-term liquidity. Total debt on the balance sheet is $803M. Cash and equivalents stand at $815M.

LFUS has a beta of 1.42, meaning it is more volatile than the broader market — a $10,000 investment in LFUS would be expected to move 42.2% more than the S&P 500 on any given day. The stability factor score for LITTELFUSE INC /DE is 50/100, reflecting average volatility within the normal range for its sector.

LITTELFUSE INC /DE Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, LITTELFUSE INC /DE reported revenue of $2.36B and earnings per share (EPS) of $-2.89. Net income for the quarter was $228M. Gross margin was 38.0%. Operating income came in at $348M.

In FY 2025, LITTELFUSE INC /DE reported revenue of $2.39B and earnings per share (EPS) of $-2.89. Net income for the quarter was $-72M. Gross margin was 38.0%. Revenue grew 8.9% year-over-year compared to FY 2024. Operating income came in at $38M.

In Q3 2025, LITTELFUSE INC /DE reported revenue of $625M and earnings per share (EPS) of $2.80. Net income for the quarter was $70M. Gross margin was 38.6%. Revenue grew 10.1% year-over-year compared to Q3 2024. Operating income came in at $97M.

In Q2 2025, LITTELFUSE INC /DE reported revenue of $613M and earnings per share (EPS) of $2.32. Net income for the quarter was $57M. Gross margin was 37.8%. Revenue grew 9.8% year-over-year compared to Q2 2024. Operating income came in at $93M.

Over the past 8 quarters, LITTELFUSE INC /DE has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $558M to $2.36B. Investors analyzing LFUS stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

LFUS Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

LITTELFUSE INC /DE (LFUS) currently pays a dividend yield of 1.1%. At this yield, a $10,000 investment in LFUS stock would generate approximately $$110.00 in annual dividend income. The net margin of 9.6% provides reasonable coverage for the dividend, though investors should monitor payout sustainability.

LFUS Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

LITTELFUSE INC /DE (LFUS) has a momentum factor score of 68/100, reflecting neutral trend characteristics. The stock is neither significantly outperforming nor underperforming the broader market on a momentum basis. The investment factor score is 28/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 32/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

LFUS vs Competitors — Industrials Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Industrials sector, LITTELFUSE INC /DE (LFUS) ranks #117 out of 752 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places LFUS in the top quartile of all Industrials stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include South Bow Corp (SOBO) with a score of 56.5/100, TSAKOS ENERGY NAVIGATION LTD (TEN) with a score of 61.4/100, Great Lakes Dredge & Dock CORP (GLDD) with a score of 56.7/100, Tri Pointe Homes, Inc. (TPH) with a score of 57.3/100, and Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. (CCO) with a score of 52.2/100.

Comparing LFUS against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full LFUS vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how LITTELFUSE INC /DE stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

LFUS Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for LITTELFUSE INC /DE (LFUS) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy LFUS? — Investment Thesis Summary

LITTELFUSE INC /DE presents a balanced picture with arguments on both sides. The value score of 38/100 indicates premium valuation. Price momentum is positive at 68/100, suggesting the trend favors buyers.

In summary, LITTELFUSE INC /DE (LFUS) earns a Hold rating with a composite score of 48.8/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on LFUS stock.

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