ABM Industries Incorporated (NYSE:ABM) is a prominent player in the Business - Services industry, providing a wide range of facility solutions. The company operates in various sectors, including janitorial, electrical, and mechanical services. ABM competes with other service providers in the industry, striving to deliver quality and efficiency to its clients.
On December 17, 2025, ABM reported earnings per share (EPS) of $0.88, which fell short of the estimated $1.09. This represents a negative surprise of 20%, as highlighted by the Zacks Consensus Estimate. The EPS also showed a slight decrease from the $0.90 reported in the same quarter last year. This marks a trend where ABM has exceeded consensus EPS estimates only once in the past four quarters.
Despite the earnings miss, ABM's revenue for the period was approximately $2.30 billion, surpassing the estimated $2.27 billion. This revenue figure marks a 5.4% increase compared to the same period last year, resulting in a positive surprise of 1.19%. The company's ability to exceed revenue expectations indicates strong operational performance and effective business strategies.
ABM's financial metrics provide further insights into its market valuation and financial health. The company has a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of approximately 18.27, reflecting the market's valuation of its earnings. Its price-to-sales ratio stands at about 0.35, indicating how much investors are willing to pay per dollar of sales. Additionally, ABM's enterprise value to sales ratio is around 0.35, and its enterprise value to operating cash flow ratio is approximately 13.06.
ABM maintains a solid financial position with a low debt-to-equity ratio of 0.079, indicating conservative use of debt. The company's current ratio of approximately 1.48 suggests a strong liquidity position, enabling it to cover short-term liabilities effectively. With an earnings yield of about 5.47%, ABM offers a return on investment based on its earnings, making it an attractive option for investors seeking stable returns.
