# IDEX Raises 2026 Organic Sales Growth Outlook to 6.5% to 6.8%

By John Kim

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Published: 2026-10-28T23:55:48.000Z
Updated: 2026-10-28T23:55:48.000Z
Section: Business

> Third-quarter sales, margins and earnings exceeded management’s expectations. IDEX plans share repurchases of $75 million per quarter.

IDEX Corporation raised its full-year 2026 forecast Wednesday, projecting organic sales growth of 6.5% to 6.8% and adjusted diluted earnings per share of $8.91 to $8.96 after third-quarter results exceeded management’s expectations.

Third-quarter sales, margins and earnings each came in ahead of management’s expectations. “IDEX delivered another strong quarter with Q3 results ahead of our expectations on sales, margins and earnings,” IDEX CEO and President Eric Ashleman said.

The company identified data centers, semiconductors, space and defense, and water as growth markets. Data-center demand remains healthy, though order timing is unpredictable. IDEX also cited fatigued chemical markets and persistent inflation and energy costs as risks. It is addressing those pressures through pricing and productivity measures.

IDEX plans share repurchases of $75 million per quarter. IDEX’s acquisition pipeline remains active but disciplined amid robust valuations, with bolt-on acquisitions targeting growth platforms a priority.