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IES Holdings Inc (IESC)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/01/2025: IESC (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 165.27% | Avg. Invested days 56 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 5.70B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 33.58 | 1Y Target Price 6.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 33.58 | 1Y Target Price 6.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 207160 | Beta 1.37 | 52 Weeks Range 112.73 - 320.08 | Updated Date 03/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 112.73 - 320.08 | Updated Date 03/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 7.91 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 7.03% | Operating Margin (TTM) 11.72% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 17.11% | Return on Equity (TTM) 39.03% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 33.58 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 3232113613 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.13 |
Enterprise Value 3232113613 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.13 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.08 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.85 | Shares Outstanding 19978200 | Shares Floating 8758047 |
Shares Outstanding 19978200 | Shares Floating 8758047 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.95 | Percent Institutions 94.48 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating - | Target Price 6.5 | Buy - | Strong Buy - |
Buy - | Strong Buy - | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
IES Holdings Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
IES Holdings, Inc. was founded in 1997. It began as a collection of electrical contracting businesses and has grown through acquisitions and organic growth to offer a diverse range of infrastructure services.
Core Business Areas
- Communications: Designs, installs, and maintains communication infrastructure, including structured cabling, wireless networks, and data centers.
- Electrical: Provides electrical contracting services for commercial, industrial, and residential projects.
- Infrastructure Solutions: Offers comprehensive infrastructure solutions, including design, engineering, procurement, and construction services.
- Specialized Services: Provides specialized services such as energy efficiency solutions, fire detection systems, and other low voltage services.
Leadership and Structure
IES Holdings is led by its CEO, Jeff Gendel. The company has a board of directors and operates through its various business segments.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Electrical Contracting Services: Provides electrical construction and maintenance services. Market share data is difficult to pinpoint due to the fragmented nature of the electrical contracting industry. Competitors include Quanta Services (PWR), MYR Group (MYRG), and EMCOR Group (EME).
- Communications Infrastructure Solutions: Offers structured cabling, data center solutions, and wireless infrastructure. Market share varies by specific area and project size. Competitors include Black Box Corporation and Anixter (now WESCO International, WCC).
- Infrastructure Solutions: Services range from engineering and procurement to construction. Market share is again project dependent, with numerous regional and national competitors. Competitors include AECOM (ACM) and Fluor Corporation (FLR).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The infrastructure services industry is driven by construction activity, technological advancements, and demand for energy efficiency. Growth is expected to be moderate and steady overall.
Positioning
IES Holdings occupies a strong position within its niche segments, offering a broad range of services and a diverse customer base.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars, considering the aggregate market for communications, electrical, and infrastructure services. IES Holdings is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM, focusing on specific market segments.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified service offerings
- Experienced management team
- Strong customer relationships
- Acquisition strategy
Weaknesses
- Dependence on construction activity
- Project-based revenue can be volatile
- Integration risks associated with acquisitions
- Exposure to commodity price fluctuations
Opportunities
- Increased infrastructure spending
- Growing demand for data centers and communication networks
- Adoption of smart building technologies
- Expansion into new geographic markets
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Rising material and labor costs
- Increased competition
- Changes in government regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- PWR
- MYRG
- EME
- ACM
- FLR
- WCC
Competitive Landscape
IES Holdings competes on project size, technical expertise, and geographic reach. It aims to differentiate itself through its diversified service offerings and customer relationships.
Major Acquisitions
Lewis Electric & Communications
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 27
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded IES's communications infrastructure capabilities in the Southeast.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historically, IES Holdings has grown through strategic acquisitions and organic expansion of its service offerings.
Future Projections: Future growth projections require analyst estimates. Requires fetching real-time data from financial sources.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding its communications infrastructure services and acquiring companies in complementary fields.
Summary
IES Holdings is a diversified infrastructure services provider with a strong presence in electrical, communications, and infrastructure solutions. While it faces risks associated with construction activity and material costs, its acquisition strategy and diversified service offerings position it for future growth. The company should focus on integrating acquisitions effectively and managing project-based revenue volatility. Monitoring economic conditions and adapting to technological advancements will be crucial.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Industry reports
- Analyst estimates (where available)
- Market research
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Market conditions and company performance can change rapidly. Financial data and projections are subject to change and may not be accurate.
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Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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About IES Holdings Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Houston, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1998-01-26 | Chairman & CEO Mr. Jeffrey Lund Gendell | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Engineering & Construction | Full time employees 9423 | Website https://www.ies-co.com |
Full time employees 9423 | Website https://www.ies-co.com |
IES Holdings, Inc. designs and installs integrated electrical and technology systems, and provides infrastructure products and services in the United States. The Communications segment designs, builds, and maintains communications infrastructure within data centers for co-location and managed hosting customers; corporate, educational, financial, hospitality, and healthcare buildings; e-commerce distribution centers; and high-tech manufacturing facilities. This segment also designs and installs audio/visual, telephone, fire, and wireless access and intrusion alarm systems; and engages in designing/building, servicing, and maintaining data network systems. The Residential segment offers electrical installations to single-family housing and multi-family apartments; heating, ventilation and air conditioning and plumbing installation services; and cable television installations to residential and light commercial applications, as well as installs residential solar power for new construction and existing residences. The Infrastructure Solutions segment maintains and repairs alternating and direct current electric motors and generators, and power generating and distribution equipment; manufactures custom-engineered metal enclosed bus duct solutions used in power distribution; manufactures custom commercial and industrial generator enclosures; manufactures, re-manufactures, and repairs industrial lifting magnets; and maintains and repairs railroad main and auxiliary generators, main alternators, and traction motors. The Commercial & Industrial segment offers electrical and mechanical design, construction, and maintenance services for office buildings, manufacturing facilities, data centers, wind farms, solar facilities, municipal infrastructures, and health care facilities. The company was formerly known as Integrated Electrical Services, Inc. and changed its name to IES Holdings, Inc. in May 2016. The company was incorporated in 1997 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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