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Bio-Techne Corp (TECH)

Overvalued
HealthcareBiotechnologyUnited States

Fundamental

57

Price

$72.39

Market Cap

$11.36B

Part 1 · What the company is worth

Overview

Bio-Techne Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, develops, manufactures, and sells life science reagents, instruments, and services for the research, diagnostics, and bioprocessing markets worldwide. It operates through two segments, Protein Sciences, and Diagnostics and Spatial Biology. The Protein Sciences segment develops and manufactures biological reagents used in various aspects of life science research, diagnostics, and cell and gene therapy, such as cytokines and growth factors, antibodies, small molecules, tissue culture sera, and cell selection technologies. This segment also offers proteomic analytical tools for automated western blot and multiplexed ELISA workflow consists of manual and automated protein analysis instruments and immunoassays for use in quantifying proteins in various biological fluids. Its Diagnostics and Genomics segment develops and manufactures diagnostic products, including controls, calibrators, and diagnostic assays for regulated diagnostics market, advanced tissue-based in-situ hybridization assays for spatial genomic and tissue biopsy analysis, and genetic and oncology kits for research and clinical applications; and sells products for genetic carrier screening, oncology diagnostics, molecular controls, and research, as well as instruments and process control products for hematology, blood chemistry and gases, and coagulation controls and reagents used in various diagnostic applications. The company was formerly known as Techne Corporation and changed its name to Bio-Techne Corporation in November 2014. Bio-Techne Corporation was incorporated in 1976 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Balance Sheet & Liquidity

Revenue

$1.22B

Trailing 12 months (through 6/30/2026)

Net Income

$182M

Trailing 12 months (through 6/30/2026)

Free Cash Flow

$263M

Total Equity

$2.11B

Total Liabilities

$479M

Current Ratio

4.55

Interest Coverage

26.16

Debt/EBITDA

0.83

Earnings Per Share

Revenue & Net Income

Free Cash Flow

Income Breakdown

Historical statement

Margins over time

Debt over time

How heavy the debt is

Growth grid

Growth — Revenue

Fair Value Estimation

General caseOvervalued

Fair Value

$42.78

Current Price

$72.39

Margin of Safety

-69.2%

Fair Value Range

$27.81 - $57.76

Spread across the valuation methods used, not a statistically calibrated confidence interval.

Estimation Methods

Analyst price target:$70.50
Discounted cash flow (DCF):$26.46
Earnings multiple (P/E):$40.10
Graham growth formula:$20.84
Earnings power value (EPV):$10.88
Justified P/B:$8.67
Dividend discount (Gordon):$4.37
P/FFO, funds from operations:$28.49
Mid-cycle earnings:$39.50
Revenue multiple:$30.45
Analyst Consensus:Hold (7B / 15H / 0S)
Last Earnings Surprise:-1.79%

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio

62.47

ROE

8.6%

P/B Ratio

5.39

P/FCF

43.17

Gross Margin

65.8%

ROIC

8.2%

Profitability Radar

Value Creation (Economic Moat)

ROIC

8.2%

WACC

11.4%

ROIC − WACC

-3.2 pp

ROIC is below the cost of capital — the company is destroying value for every dollar invested.

Fundamental Analysis Criteria

Passed (17)

  • Price CAGR 10.93%
  • ROIC 8.2%
  • Gross Margin 65.8%
  • Debt/Equity ratio
  • Operating Margin 20.7%
  • Positive Free Cash Flow
  • CapEx intensity
  • Current Ratio
  • Interest Coverage
  • Debt/EBITDA
  • Return on Tangible Assets
  • ROE 8.9%
  • Revenue Growth 5Y 5.5%
  • Earnings Quality (OCF/NI) 1.61
  • Share Dilution -1.7%
  • Net Margin Trend 15.0% vs 6.0%
  • Piotroski F-Score 8/9

Failed (10)

  • EPS shows upward trend
  • EPS CAGR -5.01%
  • P/FCF 43.17
  • P/B Ratio 5.39
  • Low reliance on intangibles
  • Price below Graham Number
  • DCF valuation (Overvalued)
  • Analyst Consensus 32% Buy
  • Earnings Surprise avg -0.8%
  • PEG Ratio 10.47

Unavailable (1)

  • Dividend Payout NaN%

Piotroski F-Score

8/9

Strong financial health

score
criteria

Earnings Quality

1.61

High quality: earnings backed by cash

Share Dilution

-1.7%

Buying back shares. Shareholder friendly

Institutional Holdings

Governance

Executive Team

NameTitleAge
Mr. Kim KeldermanCEO, President & Director57
Mr. James T. Hippel CPAExecutive VP of Finance & CFO54
Mr. Shane V. BohnenSenior VP, General Counsel, Corporate Secretary & Chief Sustainability Officer50
Mr. William A. GeistPresident of Protein Sciences Segment56
Dr. Gary J. Latham Ph.D.VP & CTO-
Mr. David Clair C.F.A.Vice President of Investor Relations-
Mr. Martin WirtzSenior Vice President of Strategy & Corporate Development-
Ms. Cheryl BethuneSenior VP & Chief Human Resources Officer-
Mr. Luca CicchettiManaging Director-
Mr. Steven C. CrousePresident of Diagnostics & Spatial Biology Segment52

Audit Risk

7

Board Risk

1

Compensation Risk

10

Shareholder Rights Risk

1

Part 2 · The price and when to enter

This part won't tell you whether the company is worth owning: it helps you choose when to buy it, once the fundamentals have convinced you. Inside: technical analysis, potential, historical drawdowns, gamma exposure.

Documents

  • Annual Report (10-K)

    A yearly overview of the business, its financial results, and the risks it faces.

    Filed on 2026-08-24

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  • Quarterly Report (10-Q)

    A snapshot of financial performance for the most recent three-month period.

    Filed on 2026-05-06

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  • Current Report (8-K)

    An announcement of a major event, such as a leadership change or big news.

    Filed on 2026-09-23

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Income History

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Latest News

Recent headlines for TECH, sourced from Markets Gazette.

  • 6/15/2026POSITIVE
    Activist Investor Ananym Urges Bio-Techne to Consider Selling

    Activist investor Ananym Capital Management has acquired a significant stake in Bio-Techne Corp., signaling a potential shift in the company's strategic direction. Ananym is actively urging the Bio-Techne board to initiate a comprehensive strategic review, with a primary focus on exploring a potential sale of the company. This development could lead to a substantial premium for shareholders if a sale materializes, as activist campaigns often aim to unlock shareholder value through such actions. Investors will be closely watching Bio-Techne's response and any subsequent strategic decisions.

  • 3/13/2026NEGATIVE
    Is Bio-Techne Stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold After a Wealth Manager Dumps Its Entire Stake?

    A significant wealth management firm has divested its entire stake in Bio-Techne Corporation, a developer of life sciences reagents and diagnostic solutions. While the specific reasons for the liquidation were not disclosed, the complete exit by a major investor raises concerns about potential headwinds or a reassessment of the company's future growth prospects. Investors will be closely watching for any further commentary from the firm or Bio-Techne management to understand the underlying drivers of this substantial sell-off, which could impact short-term sentiment and stock performance.

via Markets Gazette