Brookfield Business Corp(BBUC)

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1-STAR RATING
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for BBUC

11/05/2026: BBUC (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Brookfield Business Corp is a diversified industrial and business services company that operates as a specialized investment vehicle within the Brookfield ecosystem. The company focuses on acquiring and improving businesses with strong market positions and high barriers to entry, such as those in nuclear technology and infrastructure services. Its primary growth story revolves around successful operational turnarounds and the strategic consolidation of industrial niches. However, investors face risks related to interest rate sensitivity, the complexity of its conglomerate structure, and intense competition for assets. BBUC may suit investors seeking exposure to private-market industrial growth, though they should monitor capital allocation efficacy and interest rate trends closely.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitThe company targets long-term capital appreciation through the acquisition and growth of undervalued industrial businesses.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum fit is conditional on a positive Upturn signal, reflecting the company's reliance on periodic major asset sales.
Value investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe company focuses on acquiring businesses at attractive valuations and improving their cash flows.
Dividend investorWeak fitCapital is primarily prioritized for reinvestment in new opportunities rather than dividend distributions.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile assets are high-quality, the company's leverage and cyclical nature introduce volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highThe stock can be sensitive to macroeconomic data and market sentiment regarding private equity-style vehicles.
Valuation riskMediumValuation is complex due to the varying nature of the underlying private industrial assets.
Competition risk (Private Equity/Asset Management)HighIntense competition for quality industrial assets can drive up acquisition costs and compress margins.
Business qualityStrongThe company generally acquires businesses with defensible market positions and high barriers to entry.
Dividend incomeLowInvestors should not expect significant recurring income from dividend payments.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccessful performance depends on the operational turnaround or expansion of acquired entities.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

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 4.7%
Avg. Invested days 43
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
BBUC has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, strong growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+102.9%) and strong revenue growth (+234.5%) are partially offset by weak cash generation (FCF margin -1.1%), soft profitability (net margin 0.1%), modest insider ownership of 2.64%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
BBUC's financial health is supported by moderate efficiency, including operating-expense and cost-of-revenue discipline (opex 4.2% of revenue). Overall financial-health metrics support a 3-star score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is BBUC's strongest growth driver at +234.5% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). Earnings growth (+102.9%, strong) and free-cash-flow growth (+23.0%, solid) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 91.3% and approximately 5.0% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 2.64% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Investment Research & Advisory Group 0.00%
SignatureFD, LLC 0.00%
Private Management Group Inc 0.00%
Rockefeller Capital Management L.P. 0.00%
IFP Advisors, LLC 0.00%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
BBUC generates approximately $193 of gross profit, $151 of operating income, and $-11 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Negative free cash flow explains the 2-star rating, with weak cash conversion and moderate capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 19.38%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
BBUC has a Value-Oriented profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap Risk

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 6.36B USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 37.38
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 37.38
Volume (30-day avg) 355.8K shares
Beta 1.4
52 Weeks Range 24.80 - 38.01
Updated Date 11/05/2026
52 Weeks Range 24.80 - 38.01
Updated Date 11/05/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 0.83%
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.4

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Industrial ServicesNuclear power plant maintenance, modular building solutions, and facility management.The company generates cash by providing essential services to large industrial clients.
Business ServicesRoad fuel distribution, data center operations, and specialized logistics services.Revenue is earned from stable, long-term contracts in essential B2B service sectors.
Geographic ExposureGlobal operations with significant presence in North America, Europe, and Australia.Earnings are diversified across different economic regions, reducing localized risk.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-11-05
When Before Market
Estimate 1.25
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin -0.2%
Operating Margin (TTM) 15.15%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 3.37%
Return on Equity (TTM) 1.98%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 10.49
Enterprise Value 47.78B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.24
Enterprise Value 47.78B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.24
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.77
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.61
Shares Outstanding 205.44M
Shares Floating 10.29M
Shares Outstanding 205.44M
Shares Floating 10.29M
Percent Insiders 2.64
Percent Institutions 91.28

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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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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