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Belden Inc (BDC)

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$109.56
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Profit since last BUY2.18%
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06/16/2025: BDC (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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5 Analysts rated it

Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.

1 Year Target Price $128.67

1 Year Target Price $128.67

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$128.67Target price
Low$83.14
Current$109.56
high$131.64

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -10.09%
Avg. Invested days 41
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Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 4.60B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 22.53
1Y Target Price 128.67
Price to earnings Ratio 22.53
1Y Target Price 128.67
Volume (30-day avg) 5
Beta 1.24
52 Weeks Range 83.14 - 131.64
Updated Date 06/30/2025
52 Weeks Range 83.14 - 131.64
Updated Date 06/30/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 0.17%
Basic EPS (TTM) 5.14

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Profitability

Profit Margin 8.36%
Operating Margin (TTM) 11.55%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 5.91%
Return on Equity (TTM) 17.92%

Valuation

Trailing PE 22.53
Forward PE 20.58
Enterprise Value 5614594821
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.8
Enterprise Value 5614594821
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.8
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.2
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.91
Shares Outstanding 39496900
Shares Floating 39006312
Shares Outstanding 39496900
Shares Floating 39006312
Percent Insiders 1.58
Percent Institutions 104.55

Analyst Ratings

Rating 3
Target Price 128.67
Buy 1
Strong Buy 4
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Strong Buy 4
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Belden Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Belden Inc. was founded in 1902 as the Belden Manufacturing Company. Initially focused on insulated wire, the company evolved into a global provider of networking, connectivity, and cable solutions. Significant milestones include various acquisitions to expand product offerings and geographic reach.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Industrial Automation: Provides industrial connectivity and networking solutions, including cables, connectors, and switches, used in manufacturing and automation environments.
  • Enterprise Solutions: Offers networking and security solutions for enterprise applications, including data centers, broadcast facilities, and commercial buildings.
  • Smart Buildings: Delivers comprehensive end-to-end solutions that provide a smart technology foundation for new and renovated buildings

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Roel Vestjens is the President and CEO of Belden Inc. The organizational structure is divided into business units focusing on specific industries and product lines, supported by centralized functional departments.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Industrial Ethernet Switches: Belden's Hirschmann, GarrettCom, and Lumberg Automation brands are leaders in industrial Ethernet switches. Competitors include Siemens, Cisco, and Rockwell Automation. Belden has approximately 10-15% market share of the industrial ethernet switch market. Revenue derived approximately 25% of total revenue for Belden.
  • Cables and Connectivity Solutions: Offers a wide range of cables, connectors, and related products for various applications. Market share varies depending on cable type. Competitors include CommScope, TE Connectivity, and Prysmian Group. Revenue derived approximately 30% of total revenue for Belden.
  • Cybersecurity Solutions: Providing network security products and services, and the market leader is Palo Alto Networks, and competitors include Fortinet and Cisco. Belden has <5% market share. Revenue derived approximately 10% of total revenue for Belden

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The industry is driven by growing demand for data transmission, automation, and connectivity across various sectors, including manufacturing, healthcare, and transportation. Trends include the adoption of Industrial IoT (IIoT), 5G, and smart building technologies.

Positioning

Belden Inc. is positioned as a leading provider of specialized connectivity solutions for harsh environments and critical applications. Competitive advantages include its strong brand reputation, technical expertise, and global distribution network.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The total addressable market for Belden's products and services is estimated to be in the tens of billions of dollars. Belden's is actively working to expand its reach with their innovative solutions.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong brand reputation
  • Extensive product portfolio
  • Global distribution network
  • Technical expertise in connectivity solutions
  • Focus on high-reliability applications

Weaknesses

  • Exposure to cyclical industries
  • Dependence on key suppliers
  • Potential for commoditization of certain products
  • Integration challenges following acquisitions

Opportunities

  • Growing demand for Industrial IoT (IIoT)
  • Expansion into emerging markets
  • Development of new connectivity technologies
  • Increasing adoption of smart building solutions
  • Cybersecurity market growth

Threats

  • Intense competition
  • Economic downturns
  • Technological obsolescence
  • Supply chain disruptions
  • Cybersecurity threats

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • CSCO
  • TE
  • KEYS

Competitive Landscape

Belden Inc. faces competition from large, diversified technology companies and smaller, specialized players. Belden's competitive advantage lies in its focus on specific industries and its ability to provide customized solutions.

Major Acquisitions

ProSoft Technology

  • Year: 2019
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 420
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanded Belden's industrial automation portfolio with advanced communication and connectivity solutions.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Belden's historical growth has been driven by acquisitions and organic growth in its core markets. Refer to Belden's financial statements for specific growth rates.

Future Projections: Future growth projections are based on analyst estimates and company guidance. These projections are subject to change based on market conditions and company performance.

Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include acquisitions to expand product offerings, investments in research and development, and efforts to improve operational efficiency.

Summary

Belden Inc. is a reputable provider in connectivity solutions for industrial and enterprise sectors. Its strengths lie in its global presence and focus on reliable products. However, the company faces competition and cyclical industry exposure. Belden should capitalize on IIoT and smart building opportunities while mitigating supply chain and economic risks.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Belden Inc. Investor Relations
  • SEC Filings
  • Market Research Reports
  • Analyst Reports

Disclaimers:

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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
Full time employees 7500

Belden Inc. provides signal transmission solutions for mission critical applications in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific. 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). 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.