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Belden Inc (BDC)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/28/2025: BDC (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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Not Recommended Performance
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Number of Analysts
5 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $142.6
1 Year Target Price $142.6
| 4 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -13.22% | Avg. Invested days 43 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 4.67B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 21.37 | 1Y Target Price 142.6 |
Price to earnings Ratio 21.37 | 1Y Target Price 142.6 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 5 | Beta 1.26 | 52 Weeks Range 83.11 - 133.77 | Updated Date 10/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 83.11 - 133.77 | Updated Date 10/28/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.17% | Basic EPS (TTM) 5.51 |
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 2025-10-30 | When Before Market | Estimate 1.92 | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 8.6% | Operating Margin (TTM) 11.74% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.63% | Return on Equity (TTM) 18.34% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 21.37 | Forward PE 14.88 | Enterprise Value 5720855252 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.78 |
Enterprise Value 5720855252 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.78 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.19 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.64 | Shares Outstanding 39619837 | Shares Floating 39112307 |
Shares Outstanding 39619837 | Shares Floating 39112307 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.47 | Percent Institutions 103.67 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Belden Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Belden Inc. was founded in 1902 as the Belden Manufacturing Company. Initially, it focused on manufacturing insulated wire and cable. Over the decades, Belden expanded through acquisitions and internal development to become a global leader in signal transmission solutions.
Core Business Areas
- Industrial Automation Solutions: Provides connectivity and networking solutions for industrial automation, including cables, connectors, and switches.
- Enterprise Connectivity Solutions: Offers cabling and connectivity solutions for enterprise networks, including data centers, offices, and smart buildings.
- Broadcast and AV Solutions: Provides cables, connectors, and networking solutions for broadcast and professional audio/video applications.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team is headed by Roel Vestjens as President and CEO. The organizational structure is divided into business units based on market segments.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Industrial Ethernet Switches: Ruggedized switches for harsh industrial environments. Market share is estimated to be around 8-10% of the global industrial Ethernet switch market. Competitors include Siemens (SIEGY), Rockwell Automation (ROK), and Hirschmann (owned by Belden). Revenue is unavailable.
- Industrial Cables: A range of cables designed for industrial applications, including data, power, and control. Market share is fragmented, with Belden being a significant player. Competitors include Prysmian (PRYMY), Nexans (NXPRF), and HELUKABEL. Revenue is unavailable.
- Fiber Optic Solutions: Fiber optic cables, connectors, and assemblies for high-speed data transmission. Competitors include Corning (GLW), CommScope (COMM), and Amphenol (APH). Revenue is unavailable.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The connectivity and networking solutions market is driven by the increasing demand for bandwidth, automation, and digitalization across industries. Trends include the growth of IoT, industrial automation, and smart infrastructure.
Positioning
Belden Inc. is positioned as a provider of high-quality, reliable connectivity solutions for demanding applications. It has competitive advantages in specific niche markets such as industrial automation and broadcast.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market is estimated to be in the tens of billions of dollars, encompassing the industrial, enterprise, and broadcast connectivity sectors. Belden Inc. has a portion of the market, with growth opportunity.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand reputation
- Established distribution network
- Focus on high-performance solutions
- Global presence
- Diverse product portfolio
Weaknesses
- Relatively smaller scale compared to larger competitors
- Dependence on specific industries
- Potential for technology disruption
- High debt level
Opportunities
- Growth in industrial automation
- Expansion of IoT applications
- Increasing demand for bandwidth
- Acquisitions of complementary businesses
- Expanding into new geographies
Threats
- Intense competition
- Economic downturns
- Fluctuations in raw material prices
- Technological obsolescence
- Supply chain disruptions
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- GLW
- COMM
- APH
Competitive Landscape
Belden faces competition from larger, more diversified companies as well as smaller, niche players. Belden differentiates itself through its focus on high-performance solutions and specific market segments.
Major Acquisitions
OTN Systems
- Year: 2020
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 71
- Strategic Rationale: Extended Belden's networking portfolio with specialized solutions for critical infrastructure applications.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Belden's growth has been a combination of organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Growth trends depend on the overall demand from the markets.
Future Projections: Future growth is expected to be driven by industrial automation, IoT, and increasing bandwidth demands. Analyst estimates vary depending on the source, but project a low single-digit growth rate.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include new product launches in industrial automation, expansion of its distribution network, and strategic acquisitions to broaden its product portfolio.
Summary
Belden Inc. is a well-established player in the connectivity solutions market, particularly strong in industrial applications. Its brand reputation and distribution network are advantages. However, its smaller scale and dependence on specific industries present challenges. Continued growth relies on capitalizing on opportunities in industrial automation and strategic acquisitions.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Estimates
- Belden Investor Relations
- Third-party market research
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market data and analyst estimates are subject to change. This analysis is based on available information and may not be exhaustive.
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 Belden Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Saint Louis, MO, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1993-09-29 | President, CEO & Director Dr. Ashish Chand | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Communication Equipment | Full time employees 7500 | Website https://www.belden.com |
Full time employees 7500 | Website https://www.belden.com | ||
Belden Inc. provides connection solutions to bring data infrastructure into alignment to unlock new possibilities for its customers. It operates through two segments, Smart Infrastructure Solutions and Automation Solutions. The Smart Infrastructure Solutions segment offers copper cable and connectivity solutions, fiber cable and connectivity solutions, interconnect panels, racks and enclosures, and signal extension and matrix switching systems for use in local area networks, data centers, access control, 5G, fiber to the home, and building automation applications. It also provides power, cooling, and airflow management products for mission-critical data center operations; and end-to-end fiber and copper network systems. This segment serves commercial real estate, education, financial, stadiums and venues, military installations, and broadband and wireless service providers, as well as data centers, government, healthcare, and hospitality sectors. The Automation Solutions segment offers network infrastructure and digitization solutions; and products and solutions covering various aspects of data handling, including acquisition, transmission, orchestration, and management for applications in discrete automation, process automation, energy, and mass transit. It sells its products to distributors, end-users, installers, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Belden Inc. operates in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific. The company was formerly known as Belden CDT Inc. and changed its name to Belden Inc. in May 2007. Belden Inc. was founded in 1902 and is headquartered in Saint Louis, Missouri.
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