Research Analysts’ Recent Ratings Changes for Methode Electronics (MEI)

A number of research firms have changed their ratings and price targets for Methode Electronics (NYSE: MEI):

• 7/17/2026 – Methode Electronics had its “sell (d-)” rating reaffirmed by Weiss Ratings.
• 7/12/2026 – Methode Electronics was downgraded by Wall Street Zen from “buy” to “hold”.
• 7/4/2026 – Methode Electronics was upgraded by Wall Street Zen from “hold” to “buy”.
• 6/30/2026 – Methode Electronics was downgraded by Zacks Research from “hold” to “strong sell”.
• 6/29/2026 – Methode Electronics was upgraded by Barrington Research from “market perform” to “outperform”. They now have a $25.00 price target on the stock.
• 6/26/2026 – Methode Electronics had its “neutral” rating reaffirmed by Sidoti. They now have a $17.00 price target on the stock.
• 6/26/2026 – Methode Electronics had its price target raised by Robert W. Baird from $8.50 to $16.00. They now have a “neutral” rating on the stock.

Methode Electronics Dividend Announcement

The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Friday, July 31st. Shareholders of record on Friday, July 17th will be paid a $0.05 dividend. The ex-dividend date is Friday, July 17th. This represents a $0.20 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 1.2%. Methode Electronics’s payout ratio is -19.80%.

Methode Electronics, Inc is a Chicago-based global manufacturer of custom-engineered electronic and electromechanical components and assemblies. Founded in 1946, Methode specializes in providing solutions that integrate electrical connectors, sensors, switches, human-machine interface devices and power distribution modules. The company’s product portfolio addresses complex application requirements across a broad range of end markets, including automotive, industrial, energy, healthcare and data/telecommunications.

In its automotive segment, Methode develops advanced connector systems, circuit protection devices and thermal management solutions for internal combustion, hybrid and electric vehicles.