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Alto Ingredients Inc (ALTO)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/30/2025: ALTO (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
2 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $4
1 Year Target Price $4
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -49.57% | Avg. Invested days 29 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 06/30/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 88.02M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 4 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 4 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2 | Beta 1.32 | 52 Weeks Range 0.76 - 2.05 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 0.76 - 2.05 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.81 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -6.2% | Operating Margin (TTM) -3.97% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -2.89% | Return on Equity (TTM) -24.43% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 5.06 | Enterprise Value 193674781 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.09 |
Enterprise Value 193674781 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.09 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.2 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 52.84 | Shares Outstanding 77210200 | Shares Floating 69327045 |
Shares Outstanding 77210200 | Shares Floating 69327045 | ||
Percent Insiders 6.97 | Percent Institutions 37.91 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 2 | Target Price 4 | Buy 1 | Strong Buy 1 |
Buy 1 | Strong Buy 1 | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Alto Ingredients Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Alto Ingredients, Inc., formerly known as Pacific Ethanol, Inc., was founded in 2005. Initially focused on ethanol production, it has expanded into specialty alcohols and essential ingredients. The company has grown through acquisitions and organic development, navigating the fluctuating ethanol market.
Core Business Areas
- Specialty Alcohols: Produces and sells specialty alcohols for various applications, including hand sanitizers, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics.
- Essential Ingredients: Focuses on producing and selling essential ingredients and co-products such as corn oil and animal feed.
- Fuel Ethanol: Produces and sells fuel-grade ethanol for blending with gasoline.
Leadership and Structure
The company is led by a board of directors and an executive team. Mike Kandris is the CEO. The organizational structure includes departments for operations, finance, sales, and marketing.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Specialty Alcohols: High-purity alcohols used in various industrial and consumer products. Market share varies by application, but Alto Ingredients is a significant player in specific niche markets. Competitors include MGP Ingredients and Green Plains Inc.
- Fuel Ethanol: Ethanol blended with gasoline for transportation fuel. The ethanol market is highly competitive, with many large producers such as POET, ADM, and Green Plains Inc.
- Corn Oil: Crude corn oil sold to biodiesel industry and feed. Competitors include ADM, Bunge, and Cargill.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The ethanol industry is driven by government mandates and gasoline demand. The specialty alcohol market is influenced by consumer trends and demand for high-purity products. Essential ingredients markets are affected by agricultural commodity prices and feed demand.
Positioning
Alto Ingredients is positioned as a diversified producer with a focus on specialty alcohols and essential ingredients, aiming to reduce reliance on the volatile fuel ethanol market. It leverages its production capacity and strategic locations for competitive advantages.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for ethanol is multi-billion dollar, highly sensitive to government mandates on carbon emissions and incentives. The TAM for specialty alcohols is also multi-billion dollar, growing due to increasing applications and consumer demand. Alto is positioned to capitalize on these sectors, though its market share in overall fuel ethanol production is relatively small compared to larger players.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified product portfolio
- Strategic locations
- Focus on specialty alcohols
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- Dependence on government mandates
- Fluctuating commodity prices
- High debt level
- Limited brand recognition
Opportunities
- Growing demand for specialty alcohols
- Expansion into new markets
- Increased use of biofuels
- Strategic acquisitions
Threats
- Changes in government regulations
- Competition from larger producers
- Economic downturns
- Technological advancements
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ADM
- GPRE
- REGI
- MGPI
Competitive Landscape
Alto Ingredients is a smaller player compared to ADM and Green Plains, but has a niche in specialty alcohols. Its competitive advantage lies in its diversified product portfolio and strategic locations.
Major Acquisitions
Eagle Alcohol
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 10
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded specialty alcohol production capabilities and market reach.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Growth has been driven by acquisitions and increased production of specialty alcohols and essential ingredients.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates depend on various factors, including ethanol prices, government policies, and company strategy. Review analyst reports for updated projections.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include facility upgrades, expansion of specialty alcohol production, and cost reduction programs.
Summary
Alto Ingredients has transitioned from a pure-play ethanol producer to a diversified company with a growing focus on specialty alcohols, an ingredient product. They need to ensure financial stability and reduce reliance on fuel ethanol due to volatile commodity prices and governmental policy changes. While a smaller player than larger competitors, Alto Ingredients maintains a niche market position within specialty alcohols, offering opportunities for continued growth and strategic moves.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC Filings
- Company Website
- Financial News Outlets
- Analyst Reports
Disclaimers:
The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be made based on individual circumstances and consultation with a qualified financial advisor.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Alto Ingredients Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Pekin, IL, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2005-03-24 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Bryon T. McGregor | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Specialty Chemicals | Full time employees 393 | Website https://www.altoingredients.com |
Full time employees 393 | Website https://www.altoingredients.com | ||
Alto Ingredients, Inc. produces, distributes, and markets specialty alcohols, renewable fuel, and essential ingredients in the United States. The company operates in three segments: Marketing and Distribution, Pekin Campus Production, and Western Production. It offers specialty alcohols used in mouthwash, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, hand sanitizers, disinfectants, and cleaners for health, home, and beauty markets; grain neutral spirits used in alcoholic beverages and vinegar, as well as corn germ used in corn oils in the food and beverage markets; alcohols and other products for paint applications and fertilizers in the industrial and agriculture markets; and essential ingredients, including dried yeast, corn protein meal, corn protein feed, corn germ, distillers grains, and liquid feed for commercial animal feed and pet food applications, as well as yeast and liquid CO2 for human consumption. The company also provides fuel-grade ethanol used as transportation fuel and distillers corn oil used as a renewable diesel and biodiesel feedstock, as well as fuel-grade ethanol produced by third parties. In addition, it offers transportation, storage, and delivery services through third-party service providers. Further, the company operates alcohol production facilities. It sells ethanol to integrated oil companies and gasoline marketers; essential ingredient feed products to dairies and feedlots; and corn oil to poultry, renewable diesel, and biodiesel customers. The company was formerly known as Pacific Ethanol, Inc. and changed its name to Alto Ingredients, Inc. in January 2021. Alto Ingredients, Inc. was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Pekin, Illinois.
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