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Bassett Furniture Industries(BSET)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for BSET
09/16/2026: BSET (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Bassett Furniture Industries is a long-standing, vertically integrated retailer and manufacturer of residential furniture. The company’s primary strength lies in its branded retail network and custom-order capabilities, which help differentiate it in a fragmented, cyclical market. Its main investment story centers on operational efficiency and leveraging its store footprint to capture housing-related demand. However, investors must consider risks related to significant sensitivity to housing market cycles, competition from lower-cost digital retailers, and potential volatility in discretionary spending. The stock may best suit dividend-oriented investors seeking exposure to the home goods sector, provided they monitor housing data and consumer spending trends closely.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Weak fit | The company operates in a mature, cyclical industry with limited high-growth potential. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | The stock often lacks the sustained upward volume and price trends required for momentum strategies. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | The stock may present value opportunities during cyclical troughs, though earnings can be volatile. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The company has a consistent history of paying dividends, which is attractive for income-focused portfolios. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | While established, the company's exposure to cyclical economic downturns introduces inherent volatility. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | The stock price is highly sensitive to macroeconomic shifts and housing data. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Investors must weigh the current share price against cyclical earnings potential. |
| Competition risk | High | Intense rivalry from online-first retailers and low-cost importers threatens market share. |
| Business quality | Medium | The vertically integrated model is a strength but creates high fixed-cost exposure. |
| Dividend income | Medium | Dividends depend on board discretion and can be cut during severe economic downturns. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Success relies on managing complex supply chains and maintaining retail store productivity. |
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 20.31% | Avg. Invested days 50 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/16/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 149.70M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 27.02 | 1Y Target Price 23 |
Price to earnings Ratio 27.02 | 1Y Target Price 23 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 22.1K shares | Beta 0.73 | 52 Weeks Range 12.86 - 22.03 | Updated Date 09/16/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 12.86 - 22.03 | Updated Date 09/16/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 4.49% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.64 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Retail Segment | Revenue from sales at company-owned Bassett Home Furnishings stores. | This is the direct consumer-facing portion of the business where brand equity is built. |
| Wholesale Segment | Sales of furniture products to licensee-operated stores and other independent dealers. | This provides broad market reach beyond company-owned physical locations. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 27.02 | Forward PE 10.99 | Enterprise Value 188.05M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.45 |
Enterprise Value 188.05M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.45 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.56 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.28 | Shares Outstanding 8.66M | Shares Floating 7.65M |
Shares Outstanding 8.66M | Shares Floating 7.65M | ||
Percent Insiders 16.73 | Percent Institutions 55.94 |
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Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
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)
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)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Bassett Furniture Industries
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquarters Bassett, VA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1987-01-01 | President, CEO & Chairman Mr. Robert H. Spilman Jr. | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances | Full time employees 1194 | Website https://www.bassettfurniture.com |
Full time employees 1194 | Website https://www.bassettfurniture.com | ||
Bassett Furniture Industries, Incorporated, together with its subsidiaries, designs, manufactures, sources, distributes, and retails home furnishings and furniture products in the United States. It operates through two segments, Wholesale and Retail"Company-Owned Stores. The company offers sofas, chairs, reclining furniture, ottomans and benches, and leather furniture; tables and cabinets; dining and outdoor furniture; beds, dressers and chests, nightstands and bedside tables, mattresses and bases, duvet covers and inserts, quilts and coverlets, sheets and pillowcases, shams and pillow inserts, accent pillows, and throws; office chairs, desks, and storages; home decor products, lighting, wall decor, mirrors, cabinet hardware, and cutting boards; and rugs. It is also involved in wood and upholstery operations. The company sells its products through a network of company-owned and licensee-owned stores under the Bassett Home Furnishings name; and independent retailers; multi-line furniture stores, including Bassett galleries or design centers; and online. Bassett Furniture Industries, Incorporated was founded in 1902 and is based in Bassett, Virginia.
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