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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/29/2025: BDC (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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 -6.1% | Avg. Invested days 41 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 5.16B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 23.72 | 1Y Target Price 142.6 |
Price to earnings Ratio 23.72 | 1Y Target Price 142.6 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 5 | Beta 1.28 | 52 Weeks Range 83.14 - 133.55 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 83.14 - 133.55 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.15% | Basic EPS (TTM) 5.49 |
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 - | When - | Estimate - | 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 23.72 | Forward PE 18.52 | Enterprise Value 6324265369 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.97 |
Enterprise Value 6324265369 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.97 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.42 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.07 | Shares Outstanding 39619800 | Shares Floating 39098836 |
Shares Outstanding 39619800 | Shares Floating 39098836 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.5 | Percent Institutions 103.76 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Belden Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
Belden Inc. was founded in 1902. Originally known for insulated wire and cable products, it evolved through strategic acquisitions into a global leader in signal transmission solutions for specialty markets. Key milestones include expansion into industrial automation and broadcast solutions.
Core Business Areas
- Industrial Automation Solutions: Provides connectivity and networking products for industrial applications, including cables, connectors, switches, and routers.
- Enterprise Solutions: Offers cabling and connectivity solutions for enterprise networks, supporting data centers, buildings, and campuses.
- Broadcast Solutions: Delivers cable, connectivity, and infrastructure solutions for broadcast and entertainment markets.
Leadership and Structure
Roel Vestjens is the President and CEO. The company operates with a functional organizational structure, with different departments focusing on sales, marketing, product development, and operations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Industrial Ethernet Switches: Ruggedized Ethernet switches for industrial environments. Belden does not publish specific market share data, but competes with companies such as Siemens (SIE.DE), Cisco (CSCO), and Hirschmann. Revenue is embedded in the Industrial Automation Solutions segment.
- Specialty Cables: Cables designed for specific applications, such as data transmission, power distribution, and control systems. Belden does not publish specific market share data, but competes with companies such as Prysmian (PRY.MI) and General Cable (acquired by Prysmian). Revenue is embedded in the Enterprise Solutions segment.
- Broadcast Cables and Connectors: High-performance cables and connectors for broadcast studios and outside broadcast applications. Belden does not publish specific market share data, but competes with companies such as Canare and Neutrik. Revenue is embedded in the Broadcast Solutions segment.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The industry is characterized by increasing demand for connectivity solutions driven by IoT, industrial automation, and digital media. The trend of increasing bandwidth requirements and the need for robust and reliable connectivity solutions is driving market growth.
Positioning
Belden Inc. is positioned as a premium provider of specialized connectivity solutions for demanding applications. Its competitive advantages include a strong brand reputation, technological expertise, and a focus on niche markets.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global connectivity market is estimated to be in the tens of billions of dollars. Belden's TAM is focused on specific segments within this broader market, where it holds leading positions. Exact TAM values vary depending on segment definition and scope.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand reputation
- Technological expertise in specialized connectivity solutions
- Global presence
- Focus on high-margin niche markets
- Strong customer relationships
Weaknesses
- Exposure to cyclical industries
- Dependence on specific end markets
- Potential for supply chain disruptions
- Relatively small size compared to some competitors
- Susceptible to currency fluctuations
Opportunities
- Growing demand for IoT and industrial automation
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Development of new products and services
- Acquisition of complementary businesses
- Increasing adoption of digital media
Threats
- Intense competition
- Technological obsolescence
- Economic downturns
- Changes in regulations
- Increased raw material costs
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- SI
- CSCO
- AMP
Competitive Landscape
Belden competes with a variety of companies, including large multinational corporations and smaller specialized providers. Its advantages include its focus on niche markets and its technological expertise.
Major Acquisitions
Grass Valley
- Year: 2014
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 795
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Belden's broadcast solutions portfolio and strengthened its position in the broadcast market.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Belden's historical growth has been driven by organic growth and acquisitions. The company has expanded its product portfolio and geographic reach over time.
Future Projections: Future growth projections are based on analyst estimates and company guidance. Factors influencing growth include market trends, competitive landscape, and economic conditions.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include product development, strategic acquisitions, and operational improvements.
Summary
Belden Inc. is a well-established provider of connectivity solutions, particularly in niche industrial and broadcast markets. Its strengths lie in its strong brand, technological expertise, and global presence. However, it faces challenges due to cyclical industries and intense competition. The company needs to focus on innovation and strategic acquisitions to maintain its competitive edge.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Belden Inc. Investor Relations
- SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Reports
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Market data and financial information are subject to change. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
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Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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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 | 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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