LECO (Lincoln Electric Holdings) Goodwill: $886 Mil (As of Mar. 2026)


LECO Lincoln Electric Holdings Inc LECO
97 GF Score
Price $266.47
GF Value $236.95
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Lincoln Electric Holdings Goodwill?

Lincoln Electric Holdings LECO -2.62% 97 Goodwill is $886 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates LECO with a GF Score™ of 97/100 and a GF Value™ of $236.95 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

A Goodwill is an intangible asset that arises as a result of the acquisition of one company by another for a premium value. The value of a company's brand name, solid customer base, good customer relations, good employee relations and any patents or proprietary technology represent goodwill. Lincoln Electric Holdings's goodwill for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $886 Mil.


Lincoln Electric Holdings  (NAS:LECO) Goodwill Explanation

Goodwill to Asset ratio measures how much goodwill a company is recording compared to the total level of its assets.

It is calculated by dividing goodwill by total assets.

Lincoln Electric Holdings's Goodwill-to-Asset Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

Goodwill-to-Asset (A: Dec. 2025 )=Goodwill/Total Assets
=886.686/3777.577
=0.23

Lincoln Electric Holdings's Goodwill-to-Asset Ratio for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Goodwill-to-Asset (Q: Mar. 2026 )=Goodwill/Total Assets
=886.373/3900.395
=0.23

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

If the goodwill-to-asset ratio increases, it can mean that the company is recording a proportionately higher amount of goodwill, assuming total assets are remaining constant. It is generally good to see a company increasing its assets regularly; however, if these increases are coming from intangible assets, such as goodwill, the increases may not be as good.

Increases in the goodwill-to-asset ratio might suggest that a company has been aggressively acquiring other firms or has seen its tangible assets decrease in value. When a large portion of total assets are attributable to intangible assets (such as goodwill), the company may be at risk of having that portion of its asset base wiped out quickly if it must record any goodwill impairments. Decreases in the goodwill-to-assets ratio suggest that the company has either written down some goodwill or increased its tangible assets.

Asset needs vary from industry to industry. This is why comparing goodwill-to-assets ratios is generally most meaningful among companies within the same industry. By comparing a company's goodwill to assets ratio to those of other companies within the same industry, investors can get a feel for how a company is managing its goodwill.


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Lincoln Electric Holdings Goodwill Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Lincoln Electric Holdings's Goodwill can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Lincoln Electric Holdings Goodwill Chart

Lincoln Electric Holdings Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Goodwill
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Lincoln Electric Holdings Quarterly Data
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Lincoln Electric Holdings Goodwill Calculation

A Goodwill is an intangible asset that arises as a result of the acquisition of one company by another for a premium value. The value of a company's brand name, solid customer base, good customer relations, good employee relations and any patents or proprietary technology represent goodwill. Goodwill is considered an intangible asset because it is not a physical asset like buildings or equipment. The goodwill account can be found in the assets portion of a company's balance sheet.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Goodwill →
What does a Goodwill of $886 Mil mean?
Lincoln Electric Holdings (LECO) has a Goodwill of $886 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Goodwill is the intangible assets representing the value in excess of the acquired company's value. View historical data on Lincoln Electric Holdings and its competitors.
Is Lincoln Electric Holdings' Goodwill too high?
Lincoln Electric Holdings' current Goodwill is $886 Mil. Overall, Lincoln Electric Holdings has a GF Score™ of 97/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Lincoln Electric Holdings' Goodwill compare to SWK and RBC?
Lincoln Electric Holdings' Goodwill of $886 Mil can be compared against companies in the Industrial Products industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Goodwill for an Industrial Products company?
A good Goodwill depends on the Industrial Products industry context. However, Goodwill should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Goodwill mean?
A high Goodwill can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Goodwill is the intangible assets representing the value in excess of the acquired company's value. View historical data on Lincoln Electric Holdings and its competitors. Lincoln Electric Holdings's current Goodwill is $886 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Lincoln Electric Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lincoln Electric Holdings (LECO) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $236.95, compared to a current price of $266.47 — trading 12.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Goodwill is $886 Mil. Lincoln Electric Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 97/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Goodwill calculated?
Goodwill is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Lincoln Electric Holdings (LECO), the current Goodwill is $886 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Lincoln Electric Holdings (LECO) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lincoln Electric Holdings stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $266.47 is trading 12.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $236.95. GuruFocus considers Lincoln Electric Holdings to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for LECO:

  • Goodwill: $886 Mil
  • GF Value™: $236.95 vs. price of $266.47 (12.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 97/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the LECO stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Lincoln Electric Holdings Business Description

Other Exchanges LNE:Germany
Address 22801 Saint Clair Avenue, Cleveland, OH, USA, 44117
Lincoln Electric is a leading manufacturer of welding, cutting, and brazing products. Its portfolio includes arc-welding solutions, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting systems, brazing and soldering alloys, and automation solutions. Lincoln Electric serves clients across general fabrication, heavy industries, automotive, construction, shipbuilding, energy, and process industries, among others. The company generated roughly $4.2 billion in sales in 2025.
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