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Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings, Inc. Common Stock (BAER)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: BAER (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.
Number of Analysts
1 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $5.25
1 Year Target Price $5.25
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -28.4% | Avg. Invested days 28 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 116.61M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 5.25 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 5.25 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 0.16 | 52 Weeks Range 1.02 - 4.43 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 1.02 - 4.43 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.45 |
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 2025-08-08 | When - | Estimate -0.28 | Actual -0.12 |
Profitability
Profit Margin -0.58% | Operating Margin (TTM) 9.53% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4.15% | Return on Equity (TTM) -1.79% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 10.96 | Enterprise Value 705590069 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.92 |
Enterprise Value 705590069 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.92 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 5.58 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 16.42 | Shares Outstanding 55527700 | Shares Floating 36804838 |
Shares Outstanding 55527700 | Shares Floating 36804838 | ||
Percent Insiders 39.47 | Percent Institutions 33.93 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings, Inc. Common Stock
Company Overview
History and Background
Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings, Inc. was founded in 2014 and went public in 2023 via a SPAC merger. It focuses on aerial firefighting and wildfire management.
Core Business Areas
- Aerial Firefighting: Provides aerial firefighting services, including retardant delivery and water drops, to government agencies and other organizations.
- Wildfire Management: Offers comprehensive wildfire management solutions, including detection, prevention, and suppression strategies.
- Aerial Survey and Mapping: Provides aerial survey and mapping services for various applications, including infrastructure inspection and environmental monitoring.
Leadership and Structure
The company is led by CEO Tim Sheehy. It has a typical corporate structure with various departments reporting to the executive team.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Aerial Firefighting Services: The core service involves utilizing specially equipped aircraft for aerial delivery of fire retardant and water. Market share is estimated around 20-25% of the US aerial firefighting market. Competitors include Neptune Aviation and Coulson Aviation.
- Data and Intelligence: Uses aerial imagery and data analytics to provide wildfire risk assessment and monitoring services. The market share is growing but difficult to quantify due to the emerging nature of the data analytics segment within wildfire management. Competitors include Overlook.AI and AI Clearing.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The aerial firefighting industry is growing due to increasing wildfires, driven by climate change and land management practices.
Positioning
Bridger Aerospace is positioned as a leading provider of aerial firefighting services, with a focus on technology and data-driven solutions.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for aerial firefighting is estimated at $1 billion annually. Bridger Aerospace is positioned to capture a significant portion of this TAM through its modern fleet and technology.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Modern and well-maintained aircraft fleet
- Experienced pilots and support staff
- Focus on technology and data-driven solutions
- Strong relationships with government agencies
Weaknesses
- Dependence on government contracts
- Seasonality of business (fire season)
- Relatively small size compared to larger aerospace companies
- High operating costs
Opportunities
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Development of new technologies and services
- Increased demand for aerial firefighting due to climate change
- Potential for acquisitions and partnerships
Threats
- Competition from other aerial firefighting companies
- Government budget cuts
- Aircraft maintenance and safety risks
- Changing environmental regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Neptune Aviation
- Coulson Aviation
- Aero-Flite, Inc.
Competitive Landscape
Bridger Aerospace competes with other aerial firefighting companies based on price, technology, and service quality. The company's modern fleet and data-driven solutions give it a competitive advantage.
Major Acquisitions
Helicopter Express
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 15.3
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded helicopter fleet and service capabilities.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth is limited due to recent IPO.
Future Projections: Future growth is projected to be strong due to rising demand for aerial firefighting services.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include fleet expansion and technology development.
Summary
Bridger Aerospace is a key player in the growing aerial firefighting market. Their modern fleet and technology-driven approach provide a competitive edge, but they face risks like government budget cuts and seasonality. Future growth depends on geographic expansion and continued innovation. The company needs to focus on diversification and improving profitability as it faces increasing climate change driving demand for its services and competition.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings
- Industry Reports
- Market Research Reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market conditions and company performance may change.
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.
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About Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings, Inc. Common Stock
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Belgrade, MT, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2021-03-17 | President & CEO Mr. Sam Davis | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Security & Protection Services | Full time employees 191 | Website https://www.bridgeraerospace.com |
Full time employees 191 | Website https://www.bridgeraerospace.com | ||
Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings, Inc. provides aerial wildfire surveillance, relief and suppression, and aerial firefighting services in the United States. The company offers fire suppression services, such as aerial firefighting support for ground crews by operating the Viking CL-415EAF (Super Scooper) aircraft to drop water quickly and directly on wildfires. It also provides aerial surveillance services via manned (Air Attack) aircraft for fire suppression over an incident and providing tactical coordination with the incident commander, and decision-makers rapid, current intelligence from useful aerial vantage points, giving access to information to support ground firefighters and safety for the public. In addition, the company offers maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) that provides maintenance and repair services for return-to-service upgrades of the Spanish scoopers, as well as airframe modification and integration solutions for governmental and commercial customers. Further, it operates an aircraft fleet of sixteen planes. The company was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Belgrade, Montana.
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