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Broadwind Energy Inc (BWEN)

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$1.81
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Profit since last BUY9.04%
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06/30/2025: BWEN (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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3 Analysts rated it

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1 Year Target Price $4.33

1 Year Target Price $4.33

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$4.33Target price
Low$1.41
Current$1.81
high$3.69

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -50.53%
Avg. Invested days 26
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 41.97M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 4.33
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 4.33
Volume (30-day avg) 3
Beta 1.44
52 Weeks Range 1.41 - 3.69
Updated Date 06/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 1.41 - 3.69
Updated Date 06/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.04

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date -
When -
Estimate -
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin -0.51%
Operating Margin (TTM) -15.28%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 1.15%
Return on Equity (TTM) -1.24%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 23.15
Enterprise Value 75038090
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.29
Enterprise Value 75038090
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.29
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.53
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.16
Shares Outstanding 22687100
Shares Floating 19661528
Shares Outstanding 22687100
Shares Floating 19661528
Percent Insiders 12.87
Percent Institutions 25.52

Analyst Ratings

Rating 2
Target Price 4.33
Buy 2
Strong Buy 1
Buy 2
Strong Buy 1
Hold -
Sell -
Strong Sell -
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Broadwind Energy Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Broadwind Energy Inc. (BWEN) was founded in 1980. Initially focused on fabricating components for various industries, it shifted its focus to the wind energy sector in the early 2000s. The company has evolved to become a significant supplier of towers, gearboxes, and other components for wind turbine manufacturers. Recent years have included diversification into other industrial sectors.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Heavy Fabrication: Manufactures large-scale components, including wind turbine towers and other steel fabrications for various industries, including infrastructure and oil and gas.
  • Gearing: Rebuilds and manufactures gearboxes for wind turbines and other industrial applications.
  • Industrial Solutions: Services, such as inspections, repairs, and maintenance.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The leadership team consists of Eric Blaufuss (CEO), Robert Howard(CFO). The company operates with a functional organizational structure, dividing operations into fabrication and gearing divisions.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Wind Turbine Towers: Manufacturing of wind turbine towers. Market share is approximately 10-15% in the US. Competitors include Trinity Structural Towers and Marmen Energy.
  • Gearbox Rebuilding: Rebuilding and servicing wind turbine gearboxes. Competitors include ZF Wind Power and Winergy.
  • Fabrication of other Industrial parts: Manufacturing of parts for different industries such as Mining. Market share is approximately 8-10% in the US. Competitors include a myriad of custom manufacturers.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The wind energy industry is growing due to increased demand for renewable energy and government incentives. The industry is characterized by strong competition and technological advancements.

Positioning

Broadwind is positioned as a supplier to wind turbine manufacturers and operators, with a focus on high-quality, custom-engineered solutions. Its competitive advantage lies in its integrated capabilities, including fabrication and gearing expertise.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM for wind turbine components and services is estimated to be in the billions of dollars annually. Broadwind is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM through its established relationships and expanded service offerings.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong fabrication capabilities
  • Expertise in gearing
  • Established relationships with wind turbine manufacturers
  • Diversification into other industrial sectors

Weaknesses

  • Reliance on the wind energy industry
  • Fluctuations in demand
  • Competition from larger players
  • Historically inconsistent profitability

Opportunities

  • Expanding into new geographic markets
  • Developing new products and services
  • Benefiting from government incentives for renewable energy
  • Growth in the offshore wind market

Threats

  • Changes in government regulations
  • Price competition
  • Technological obsolescence
  • Economic downturns

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • Trinity Structural Towers
  • Marmen Energy
  • ZF Wind Power
  • Winergy

Competitive Landscape

Broadwind faces competition from larger, more established players with greater financial resources. Its competitive advantage lies in its expertise in fabrication and gearing, as well as its ability to provide custom-engineered solutions.

Major Acquisitions

Brad Foote Gear Works

  • Year: 2007
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 23
  • Strategic Rationale: Expansion of gearing capabilities for wind turbines.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical growth has been uneven, reflecting fluctuations in the wind energy industry and the broader economy.

Future Projections: Future growth is projected to be driven by increased demand for renewable energy and government incentives. Analyst estimates vary, but generally anticipate moderate revenue growth.

Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include expanding into new markets, diversifying into other industrial sectors, and investing in new technologies.

Summary

Broadwind Energy is a key supplier to the wind energy industry, with strengths in fabrication and gearing. Its financial performance has been volatile, and it faces competition from larger players. Recent diversification efforts and growth in renewable energy demand present opportunities, but changes in regulations and price competition pose threats. It is a mid sized player in the industry and needs to focus on the sectors it is the strongest to compete better.

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  • Industry reports
  • Analyst estimates

Disclaimers:

The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Market share data is approximate and may vary. Financial data is based on historical information and future performance is not guaranteed.

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About Broadwind Energy Inc

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Cicero, IL, United States
IPO Launch date 2004-03-29
CEO, President & Director Mr. Eric B. Blashford
Sector Industrials
Industry Specialty Industrial Machinery
Full time employees 411
Full time employees 411

Broadwind, Inc. manufactures and sells structures, equipment, and components for clean technology and other specialized applications in the United States. The company operates through three segments: Heavy Fabrications, Gearing, and Industrial Solutions. The Heavy Fabrications segment provides fabrications to customers in a range of industrial markets. It offers steel towers and adapters primarily to wind turbine manufacturers. The Gearing segment provides gearing, gearboxes, and precision machined components to a range of customers in diverse markets, including surface and underground mining, wind energy, steel, material handling, infrastructure, onshore and offshore oil and gas fracking and drilling, marine, defense, and other industrial markets. This segment also offers heat treat services for aftermarket and original equipment manufacturer applications. The Industrial Solutions segment provides supply chain solutions for offering instrumentation and controls, valve assemblies, sensor devices, fuel system components, electrical junction boxes and wiring, and electromechanical devices; and light fabrication, inventory management, and kitting and assembly services for combined cycle natural gas turbine market, as well as packaging solutions and fabricated panels and sub-assemblies. It sells its products to the energy, mining, and infrastructure sectors through its direct sales force and independent sales agents. The company was formerly known as Broadwind Energy, Inc. and changed its name to Broadwind, Inc. in May 2020. Broadwind, Inc. is headquartered in Cicero, Illinois.