IDEX Stock Exhibits Strong Prospects Despite Persisting Headwinds

IDEX Corporation (IEX) shows strong prospects driven by the performance of its Fluid & Metering Technologies (FMT) and Health & Science Technologies (HST) segments, along with strategic acquisitions and shareholder rewards. Despite these strengths, the company faces headwinds in its Fire & Safety/Diversified Products (FSDP) segment and risks associated with international market exposure and foreign currency fluctuations. The article suggests considering other better-ranked stocks like Crane Company (CR), Ferguson Enterprises Inc. (FERG), and Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH) but doesn't mention whether to invest IDEX.