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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/30/2025: AP (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.
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Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $5
1 Year Target Price $5
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -13.85% | Avg. Invested days 26 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 06/30/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 59.48M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 13.45 | 1Y Target Price 5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 13.45 | 1Y Target Price 5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.88 | 52 Weeks Range 0.74 - 3.99 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 0.74 - 3.99 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.22 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 1.04% | Operating Margin (TTM) 4.35% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 1.82% | Return on Equity (TTM) 8.9% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 13.45 | Forward PE 29.41 | Enterprise Value 184643066 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.14 |
Enterprise Value 184643066 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.14 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.45 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 4.74 | Shares Outstanding 20094600 | Shares Floating 10840242 |
Shares Outstanding 20094600 | Shares Floating 10840242 | ||
Percent Insiders 26.13 | Percent Institutions 47.65 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating - | Target Price 5 | Buy - | Strong Buy - |
Buy - | Strong Buy - | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Ampco-Pittsburgh Corporation
Company Overview
History and Background
Ampco-Pittsburgh Corporation was founded in 1904. Initially focused on specialty metal products, it evolved through acquisitions and organic growth, expanding into engineered products and forging markets. It has a long history in industrial manufacturing.
Core Business Areas
- Forged and Cast Engineered Products: This segment produces custom hardened steel rolls, open-die forged products, and specialty cast components. Primarily serves steel, aluminum, and other metal industries.
- Air and Liquid Systems: This segment designs and manufactures custom air handling systems and centrifugal pumps and associated equipment. Serves nuclear, petro-chemical and defense industries.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team comprises a CEO (Brett McBrayer), CFO (Michael G. McAuley), and other senior executives. The organizational structure consists of two operating segments that are focused on serving different market needs.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Hardened Steel Rolls: Used in rolling mills for steel and aluminum production. Market share is difficult to pinpoint precisely due to the custom nature of the products and diverse geographical markets, but it's estimated to be a significant player, especially in North America. Competitors include Union Electric Steel Corporation and Nippon Steel & Sumikin Engineering Co., Ltd.
- Open-Die Forgings: Custom-engineered forgings for various industries, including aerospace and power generation. Revenue generated from this product is not broken out as part of the reporting. Competitors include Ellwood Group and Scot Forge.
- Custom Air Handling Systems: Designed for nuclear power plants. Market share is significant within the limited number of vendors that have Nuclear Quality Assurance 1 Certification and relevant experience. Competitors include Howden Group and TLT-Turbo GmbH.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The industries Ampco-Pittsburgh operates in are driven by global demand for metals, energy, and infrastructure. Cyclicality is a key characteristic, influenced by economic cycles and capital spending in the end markets.
Positioning
Ampco-Pittsburgh occupies a niche position, focusing on high-quality, custom-engineered products. Competitive advantages lie in its technical expertise, long-standing customer relationships, and specialized manufacturing capabilities.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for engineered industrial components is in the tens of billions of dollars globally. Ampco-Pittsburgh focuses on specific niches within this TAM, aiming to be a leading supplier in its chosen markets. TAM for custom Air Handling Systems is dependent on new build plants or maintenance of older plants.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong technical expertise
- Long-standing customer relationships
- Specialized manufacturing capabilities
- NQA-1 Certification (Air & Liquid Systems Segment)
- History in the market.
Weaknesses
- Cyclical business
- Dependence on capital spending in key industries
- Limited scale compared to larger competitors
- Financial results can be volatile.
- Relatively small market capitalization may limit access to capital markets.
Opportunities
- Growing demand for infrastructure in emerging markets
- Increased outsourcing of engineered components
- Potential acquisitions to expand product portfolio and geographic reach
- Investment in technology to improve efficiency and product performance
- Aging infrastructure requiring upgrades to Air Handling Systems
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Increased competition from low-cost manufacturers
- Fluctuations in raw material prices
- Geopolitical instability
- Stringent regulations in nuclear industry
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Ellwood Group
- Scot Forge
- Union Electric Steel Corporation
- Howden Group
Competitive Landscape
Ampco-Pittsburgh competes based on technical expertise and custom solutions. Compared to larger competitors, it has a more niche focus. Private status of key competitors makes deep financial comparisons impossible.
Major Acquisitions
Akron Consolidated Industries
- Year: 2011
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 42
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded product offerings and market reach.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been cyclical, reflecting the industries it serves.
Future Projections: Future projections depend on economic conditions and industry-specific trends. Analyst estimates vary based on these factors.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in manufacturing technology and strategic acquisitions to expand product offerings.
Summary
Ampco-Pittsburgh is a niche player in engineered industrial components, operating in cyclical markets. Its strengths lie in technical expertise and long-standing relationships, while weaknesses include cyclicality and relatively small scale. Future performance depends on economic conditions and the company's ability to execute its strategic initiatives. The company must manage risks associated with economic downturns and increased competition.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Ampco-Pittsburgh Corporation Investor Relations
- Ampco-Pittsburgh Corporation SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Market Research Reports (Limited Availability)
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and analyst estimates, which are subject to change. The accuracy of market share data is limited due to the lack of comprehensive reporting by private competitors. This is not financial advice.
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.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Ampco-Pittsburgh Corporation
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Carnegie, PA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1984-07-19 | CEO & Director Mr. J. Brett McBrayer | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Metal Fabrication | Full time employees 1634 | Website https://ampcopgh.com |
Full time employees 1634 | Website https://ampcopgh.com | ||
Ampco-Pittsburgh Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, engages in manufacture and sale of specialty metal products and customized equipment to commercial and industrial users worldwide. The company operates through Forged and Cast Engineered Products (FCEP); and Air and Liquid Processing (ALP) segments. The FCEP segment produces forged hardened steel rolls, cast rolls and, and forged engineered products that are used in hot and cold rolling mills by producers of steel, aluminum, and other metals; cast rolls for hot strip mills, medium/heavy section mills, roughing mills, and plate mills; and forged engineered products for narrow and wide strip and aluminum mills, back-up rolls for narrow strip mills, and leveling rolls and shafts. The ALP Aerofin segment produces custom-engineered finned tube heat exchange coils and related heat transfer products for various industries, including original equipment manufacturers OEM/commercial, nuclear power generation, and industrial manufacturing; custom-designed air handling systems for institutional, pharmaceutical, and general industrial building markets; and manufactures centrifugal pumps for the fossil fueled power generation, marine defense, and industrial refrigeration industries. Ampco-Pittsburgh Corporation was incorporated in 1929 and is headquartered in Carnegie, Pennsylvania.
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