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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/18/2024: PLOW (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Upturns
Type: Stock | Upturn Star Rating | Today’s Advisory: PASS |
Profit: -13.84% | Upturn Advisory Performance 2 | Avg. Invested days: 28 |
Profits based on simulation | Stock Returns Performance 1 | Last Close 09/18/2024 |
Type: Stock | Today’s Advisory: PASS |
Profit: -13.84% | Avg. Invested days: 28 |
Upturn Star Rating | Stock Returns Performance 1 |
Profits based on simulation Last Close 09/18/2024 | Upturn Advisory Performance 2 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 651.71M USD |
Price to earnings Ratio 23.71 | 1Y Target Price 35.67 |
Dividends yield (FY) 4.22% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.19 |
Volume (30-day avg) 147996 | Beta 1.19 |
52 Weeks Range 20.85 - 30.64 | Updated Date 09/18/2024 |
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 651.71M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 23.71 | 1Y Target Price 35.67 |
Dividends yield (FY) 4.22% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.19 | Volume (30-day avg) 147996 | Beta 1.19 |
52 Weeks Range 20.85 - 30.64 | Updated Date 09/18/2024 |
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Profitability
Profit Margin 5.03% | Operating Margin (TTM) 18.16% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.49% | Return on Equity (TTM) 12.15% |
Revenue by Products
Revenue by Products - Current and Previous Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 23.71 | Forward PE 14.86 |
Enterprise Value 920966006 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.14 |
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.6 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.34 |
Shares Outstanding 23094000 | Shares Floating 22382750 |
Percent Insiders 2.88 | Percent Institutions 91.95 |
Trailing PE 23.71 | Forward PE 14.86 | Enterprise Value 920966006 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.14 |
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.6 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.34 | Shares Outstanding 23094000 | Shares Floating 22382750 |
Percent Insiders 2.88 | Percent Institutions 91.95 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 4 | Target Price 44 | Buy - |
Strong Buy 1 | Hold 1 | Sell - |
Strong Sell - |
Rating 4 | Target Price 44 | Buy - | Strong Buy 1 |
Hold 1 | Sell - | Strong Sell - |
AI Summarization
Douglas Dynamics Inc.: A Comprehensive Overview
Company Profile:
History: Founded in 1955, Douglas Dynamics Inc. started as a small manufacturer of truck plows and spreaders. Over the years, it grew through acquisitions and organic expansion, becoming a leading provider of snow and ice control equipment, work truck attachments, and specialized industrial equipment.
Core Business Areas:
- Snow and Ice Control: Plows, spreaders, and other equipment for clearing snow and ice from roads, sidewalks, and parking lots.
- Work Truck Attachments: Tailgates, cranes, liftgates, and other equipment for enhancing the functionality of work trucks.
- Specialized Industrial Equipment: Sweeper attachments, terminal tractors, and other equipment for various industrial applications.
Leadership and Structure:
- CEO: William J. Galvin
- President: James M. Janik
- Executive Vice President and CFO: Kim K. Ireland
- Douglas Dynamics operates through a decentralized structure, with multiple operating segments and a focus on product innovation and customer service.
Top Products and Market Share:
- Top Products: V-plows, salt spreaders, snow removal equipment, tailgates, cranes, and other attachments.
- Market Share:
- North American Snow and Ice Control Equipment Market: Approximately 30%
- North American Work Truck Attachment Market: Approximately 20%
- Global Specialized Industrial Equipment Market: Varies by product category
Total Addressable Market:
- The global snow and ice control equipment market is estimated to be around $7 billion.
- The global work truck attachment market is estimated to be around $5 billion.
- The global specialized industrial equipment market is estimated to be around $20 billion.
Financial Performance:
- Revenue: Steady growth over the past decade, reaching $1.36 billion in 2022.
- Net Income: Fluctuated in recent years, reaching $95.2 million in 2022.
- Profit Margins: Improved in recent years, with a net profit margin of 7.0% in 2022.
- Earnings per Share (EPS): Increased in recent years, reaching $2.22 in 2022.
Dividends and Shareholder Returns:
- Dividend History: Douglas Dynamics has a consistent dividend payout history, with a current annual dividend of $0.80 per share.
- Shareholder Returns: Total shareholder returns have been positive in recent years, outperforming the S&P 500 index.
Growth Trajectory:
- Historical Growth: Revenue growth has been steady over the past decade, averaging around 5% annually.
- Future Growth: The company expects continued growth in the core snow and ice control and work truck attachment markets, driven by increased infrastructure spending and demand for efficient equipment.
- Recent Initiatives: Douglas Dynamics is investing in product innovation, geographic expansion, and strategic acquisitions to drive future growth.
Market Dynamics:
- Industry Trends: Growing demand for snow and ice control equipment in emerging markets, increasing adoption of work truck attachments for improved efficiency, and technological advancements in electric and autonomous equipment.
- Douglas Dynamics Positioning: The company is well-positioned to benefit from these trends with its strong brand recognition, extensive product portfolio, and focus on innovation.
Competitors:
- Major Competitors:
- Alamo Group Inc. (ALG)
- Oshkosh Corporation (OSK)
- Meyer Products LLC (Private)
- Market Share Comparison:
- Douglas Dynamics: 30%
- Alamo Group: 25%
- Oshkosh Corporation: 15%
- Competitive Advantages: Strong brand reputation, diverse product portfolio, customer focus, and strategic acquisitions.
- Competitive Disadvantages: Smaller market share compared to some competitors, potential impact of commodity price fluctuations.
Recent Acquisitions:
- 2023: Douglas Dynamics acquired Aebi Schmidt Holding AG, a leading European manufacturer of snow and ice control equipment, for $560 million. This acquisition expands the company's geographic reach and product portfolio, solidifying its position as a global leader in the snow and ice control industry.
- 2022: Douglas Dynamics acquired Trux, a manufacturer of truck-mounted attenuators and crash cushions, for $40 million. This acquisition strengthens the company's position in the safety and traffic control equipment market.
- 2021: Douglas Dynamics acquired Westmor Industries, a manufacturer of snow and ice control equipment, for $37 million. This acquisition expands the company's product offerings and strengthens its presence in the western United States.
AI-Based Fundamental Rating:
Rating: 7.5 out of 10
Justification:
- Strong financial performance with steady revenue growth and improving profitability.
- Consistent dividend payout and positive shareholder returns.
- Well-positioned in attractive growth markets with a strong brand reputation and diverse product portfolio.
- Potential risks include competitive pressures and economic downturns.
Sources:
- Douglas Dynamics Inc. Investor Relations website
- SEC filings
- Industry reports
Disclaimer:
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About Douglas Dynamics Inc
Exchange | NYSE | Headquaters | Milwaukee, WI, United States |
IPO Launch date | 2010-05-05 | Interim President, Interim CEO & Executive Chairman | Mr. James L. Janik |
Sector | Consumer Cyclical | Website | https://www.douglasdynamics.com |
Industry | Auto Parts | Full time employees | 1885 |
Headquaters | Milwaukee, WI, United States | ||
Interim President, Interim CEO & Executive Chairman | Mr. James L. Janik | ||
Website | https://www.douglasdynamics.com | ||
Website | https://www.douglasdynamics.com | ||
Full time employees | 1885 |
Douglas Dynamics, Inc. operates as a manufacturer and upfitter of commercial work truck attachments and equipment in North America. It operates through two segments, Work Truck Attachments and Work Truck Solutions. The Work Truck Attachments segment manufactures and sells snow and ice control attachments, including snowplows, and sand and salt spreaders for light trucks and heavy duty trucks, as well as various related parts and accessories. The Work Truck Solutions segment primarily manufactures municipal snow and ice control products; provides truck and vehicle upfits where it attaches component pieces of equipment, truck bodies, racking, and storage solutions to a vehicle chassis for use by end users for work related purposes; and manufactures storage solutions for trucks and vans, and cable pulling equipment for trucks. This segment also offers up-fit and storage solutions. It also provides customized turnkey solutions to governmental agencies, such as Departments of Transportation and municipalities. The company sells its products under the FISHER, SNOWEX, WESTERN, TURFEX, SWEEPEX, HENDERSON, BRINEXTREME, and DEJANA brands. It distributes its products primarily to professional snowplowers who are contracted to remove snow and ice from commercial and residential areas. The company was founded in 1948 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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