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Atkore International Group Inc(ATKR)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
2-STAR RATING
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BUY for 53 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+1.89% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$94.96
10/16/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ATKR

10/16/2026: ATKR (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Atkore International Group Inc is a leading North American manufacturer of electrical raceway, armored cable, and mechanical support systems. The company has a strong reputation for operational discipline and an effective strategy of acquiring niche, high-value businesses to complement its core product line. Its primary growth story centers on the increasing demand for high-end electrical infrastructure in data centers and renewable energy projects. However, investors must monitor risks related to the cyclical nature of non-residential construction, potential volatility in raw material costs, and broader economic shifts. Atkore may best suit a value-oriented investor who can look past temporary construction cycles to focus on the company's cash flow generation.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is tied to construction cycles rather than secular tech-style scaling.
Momentum investorMixed fitThe stock often follows cyclical patterns; fit is dependent on positive construction volume signals.
Value investorStrong fitThe company often trades at modest P/E multiples relative to its cash flow generation.
Dividend investorWeak fitAtkore does not currently pay a dividend, prioritizing buybacks instead.
Low-risk investorMixed fitThe business is cyclical and sensitive to raw material price swings, which can increase volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highSteel and resin price fluctuations directly impact gross margins.
Valuation riskMediumMarket expectations for construction cycles can lead to P/E ratio contraction.
Competition risk (Infrastructure)MediumLarge conglomerates like Eaton compete across similar electrical product categories.
Business qualityStrongThe company maintains strong operational systems and high return on invested capital.
Dividend incomeLow / noneInvestors looking for steady income streams will not find it here.
Execution riskMediumContinuous integration of multiple acquisitions requires high management discipline.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

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

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -40.91%
Avg. Invested days 37
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
ATKR receives a 3-star rating based on the available scored pillars. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, soft analyst coverage, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
ATKR 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 10.4%) is partially offset by negative earnings growth (-103.2%), negative revenue growth (-11.0%), weak profitability (net margin -0.5%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
ATKR's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 37.7%). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
ATKR's growth profile is soft, with the least-weak measure being revenue growth at -11.0% FY2025 versus FY2024. By comparison, while earnings growth (-103.2%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-25.9%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 98.5% and approximately 94.2% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.97%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 9.23%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 6.28%
American Century Companies Inc 5.26%
Gates Capital Management Inc 5.06%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.51%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
ATKR generates approximately $222 of gross profit, $83 of operating income, and $104 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Soft margins explain the 2-star rating, with weak cash conversion and soft capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 18.37%

Quantitative Style Profile

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

Style Classification

Quality Focused

High VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 3.21B USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 93.5
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 93.5
Volume (30-day avg) 772.0K shares
Beta 1.69
52 Weeks Range 53.32 - 94.97
Updated Date 11/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 53.32 - 94.97
Updated Date 11/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.39%
Basic EPS (TTM) -4.83

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Electrical ProductsConduit, armored cable, and wiring accessories.The bread-and-butter business that powers everyday building construction.
Safety & InfrastructureMetal framing, mechanical pipes, and custom support structures.Specialized high-margin products for large industrial and data center projects.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 14.97
Enterprise Value 3.77B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.09
Enterprise Value 3.77B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.09
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.29
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 74.88
Shares Outstanding 33.77M
Shares Floating 31.80M
Shares Outstanding 33.77M
Shares Floating 31.80M
Percent Insiders 0.97
Percent Institutions 98.51

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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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)

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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)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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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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