Arcosa Inc logo

Arcosa Inc(ACA)

upturn advisory logo
EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
2-STAR RATING
Consider higher Upturn Star rating
BUY for 90 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+12.51% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$149.15
10/22/2026
(24-hour delay)

Advisory History & Simulated Performance *

*as per simulation (see disclosures)
  • ALL
  • 1Y
  • 1M
  • 1W
  • BUY Advisory
  • SELL Advisory (Profit)
  • SELL Advisory (Loss)
  • Profit
  • Loss
  • PASS (Skip)
Upturn Stock price based on last close iconStock price based on last close
Simulated performance—not actual client returns. Excludes advisory subscription fees, trading commissions, and taxes, which would reduce returns. Results depend on calculation assumptions and do not guarantee future outcomes. See Disclosures for full methodology, assumptions, and limitations.

Advisory Performance History (Simulated)Advisory Performance History info

Simulated performance—not actual client returns. Excludes advisory subscription fees, trading commissions, and taxes, which would reduce returns. Results depend on calculation assumptions and do not guarantee future outcomes. See Disclosures for full methodology, assumptions, and limitations.

Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ACA

10/22/2026: ACA (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Arcosa Inc is an infrastructure-focused industrial company that manufactures construction materials and engineered structures. Its business is built on supplying essential components for U.S. construction, grid modernization, and transport markets. The company's primary strength lies in its disciplined operational approach and strategic focus on high-demand infrastructure niches. Its investment story centers on the multi-year opportunity provided by federal funding for grid and construction upgrades. Risks include cyclical economic exposure, potential increases in material costs, and execution challenges regarding acquisitions. Overall, Arcosa serves as a growth-oriented industrial play for investors seeking exposure to the long-term renewal of U.S. infrastructure and energy networks.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitThe company is positioned to benefit from multi-year infrastructure spending trends.
Momentum investorMixed fitSuitability depends on current price action and the timing of infrastructure project cycles.
Value investorMixed fitValuation is often tied to cyclical expectations, requiring a balanced entry point.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe dividend yield is currently low as capital is prioritized for growth.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile established, the stock is subject to industrial and cyclical economic risks.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highThe stock is subject to broader industrial market and economic cyclicality.
Valuation riskMediumMarket expectations for infrastructure growth are often baked into the current valuation.
Competition risk (Infrastructure & Materials)MediumThe company competes with large, well-entrenched regional players in materials.
Business qualityMedium / highArcosa has demonstrated solid operational execution since its spin-off.
Dividend incomeLowIncome is not the primary driver for this investment.
Execution riskMediumSuccess relies heavily on integrating acquisitions and managing large-scale industrial projects.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 2.42%
Avg. Invested days 52
Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating
Upturn Advisory Rating upturn star rating icon
Upturn Advisory Performance Upturn Advisory Performance icon 3.0
Stock Returns Performance Upturn Returns Performance icon 1.0
Upturn Profits based on simulation icon Profits based on simulation
Upturn last close icon Last Close 10/22/2026

Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
ACA receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, soft analyst coverage, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
ACA has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+122.4%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 6.1%) are partially offset by soft profitability (net margin 7.2%), modest insider ownership of 1.71%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
ACA's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (6.1% of revenue). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is ACA's strongest growth driver at +122.4% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, revenue growth (+12.2%, solid) is also solid, while free-cash-flow growth (-43.8%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 93.6% and approximately 98.1% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 1.71% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 17.13%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 5.74%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 4.79%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.50%
State Street Corp 4.23%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
ACA generates approximately $224 of gross profit, $118 of operating income, and $61 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Soft margins explain the 2-star rating, with moderate cash conversion and soft capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 13.63%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
ACA has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Small / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 7.32B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 36.83
1Y Target Price 150
Price to earnings Ratio 36.83
1Y Target Price 150
Volume (30-day avg) 678.4K shares
Beta 1.08
52 Weeks Range 91.26 - 149.21
Updated Date 10/27/2026
52 Weeks Range 91.26 - 149.21
Updated Date 10/27/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 0.13%
Basic EPS (TTM) 4.05

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Construction ProductsAggregates, sand, and recycled materials.The company sells the basic materials needed to build roads, bridges, and housing.
Engineered StructuresGrid-related utility steel, wind towers, and traffic signage.Arcosa manufactures the steel backbones of the modern electrical grid and highway systems.
Transportation ProductsBarges and inland marine equipment.The company supports logistics by building equipment for river transport.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-29
When After Market
Estimate 1.56
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 16.84%
Operating Margin (TTM) 12.31%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 3.88%
Return on Equity (TTM) 8.03%

Valuation

Trailing PE 36.83
Forward PE 30.3
Enterprise Value 8.40B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.51
Enterprise Value 8.40B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.51
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.85
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.25
Shares Outstanding 49.11M
Shares Floating 48.15M
Shares Outstanding 49.11M
Shares Floating 48.15M
Percent Insiders 1.71
Percent Institutions 93.57

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

Information icon Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.

Net Income (Profit)

Information icon Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.

Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

Form CRS provides a relationship summary of our automated advisory services, flat subscription fees, and conflicts of interest. Form ADV Part 2A brochure contains complete details on services, billing, and disclosures. If any summary differs from our current regulatory filings, the filed Form ADV controls.