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Albany International Corporation(AIN)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
2-STAR RATING
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BUY for 9 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+13.03% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$73.47
11/02/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AIN

11/02/2026: AIN (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Albany International is an industrial company specializing in machine clothing for paper production and advanced composite aerostructures. The company is known for its steady, recurring revenue from its industrial segment and high-growth potential within the aerospace sector, specifically through its critical role in engine platforms. While the business benefits from deep technical moats, investors should monitor risks related to aerospace industry cyclicality and supply chain execution. The stock may appeal to value and income-oriented investors due to its consistent dividend and stable industrial base, while also offering growth exposure. Overall, it serves as a balanced, though industrially cyclical, investment.

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 investorMixed fitThe company offers moderate growth through its aerospace exposure, though industrial segments remain mature.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum is conditional on aerospace production cycles and general market sentiment toward industrial cyclicals.
Value investorStrong fitThe stock often trades at valuations reflective of its stable, recurring revenue components.
Dividend investorStrong fitA consistent history of dividend payments makes it suitable for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile established, exposure to aerospace and cyclical industrial markets introduces moderate volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumThe stock is susceptible to fluctuations based on aerospace cycle news and industrial sector sentiment.
Valuation riskMediumInvestors must monitor if share prices exceed earnings growth potential in the cyclical segments.
Competition risk (Aerospace/Industrial)Medium / highMaintaining technological superiority is essential to stave off specialized competitors.
Business qualityStrongThe company possesses strong franchise quality in its core paper machine clothing niche.
Dividend incomeMediumThe dividend is sustainable but not typically considered a high-yield play.
Execution riskMediumTimely execution of complex aerospace contracts is critical to maintaining margins.

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 -25.76%
Avg. Invested days 33
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
AIN receives a 2-star rating, supported by solid quantitative characteristics. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, soft analyst coverage, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
AIN has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, soft growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid cash generation (FCF margin 7.0%) is partially offset by negative earnings growth (-165.4%), slightly negative revenue growth (-3.9%), weak profitability (net margin -4.8%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
AIN's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 28.3%). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
AIN's growth profile is soft, with the least-weak measure being revenue growth at -3.9% FY2025 versus FY2024. By comparison, while earnings growth (-165.4%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-40.2%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 108.1% and approximately 99.3% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.69%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 15.68%
Earnest Partners LLC 8.54%
American Century Companies Inc 6.55%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 6.36%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.52%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
AIN generates approximately $206 of gross profit, $-14 of operating income, and $70 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Operating losses explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 7.81%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
AIN has a high-quality, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltSmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 1.90B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 22.04
1Y Target Price 67.67
Price to earnings Ratio 22.04
1Y Target Price 67.67
Volume (30-day avg) 243.5K shares
Beta 1.17
52 Weeks Range 40.33 - 76.61
Updated Date 11/01/2026
52 Weeks Range 40.33 - 76.61
Updated Date 11/01/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.72%
Basic EPS (TTM) 3.04

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Machine ClothingProcess fabrics and belts for paper and tissue manufacturing.This is a high-margin, recurring revenue business that depends on the global output of paper and packaging.
Albany Engineered CompositesAdvanced materials for aircraft engines and structural components.This is a growth-oriented business tethered to long-term aerospace programs and airline demand.
GeographyGlobal sales across North America, Europe, and Asia.The company has a broad international footprint, reducing reliance on any single regional economy.

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 2026-10-28
When After Market
Estimate 1.5
Actual 1.68

Profitability

Profit Margin 6.73%
Operating Margin (TTM) 19.08%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 6.1%
Return on Equity (TTM) 11.62%

Valuation

Trailing PE 22.04
Forward PE 21.64
Enterprise Value 2.24B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.45
Enterprise Value 2.24B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.45
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.71
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.23
Shares Outstanding 28.39M
Shares Floating 28.19M
Shares Outstanding 28.39M
Shares Floating 28.19M
Percent Insiders 0.69
Percent Institutions 108.13

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.

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