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Cadeler A/S(CDLR)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$24.46
10/26/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CDLR

10/26/2026: CDLR (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Cadeler A/S is a specialized offshore wind services provider that operates a fleet of heavy-lift jack-up vessels designed for large-scale wind turbine installation. The company has a leading position in the niche for installing next-generation turbines, supported by a significant multi-year contract backlog. Its primary investment story centers on the global expansion of offshore wind infrastructure, which creates sustained demand for its specialized equipment. Risks include high capital intensity, operational execution challenges, and potential project delays in the renewable energy sector. Cadeler may suit growth-oriented investors looking for exposure to the energy transition, though investors should monitor fleet utilization rates and long-term debt levels.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitCadeler operates in the high-growth renewable energy infrastructure sector, benefiting from the global energy transition.
Momentum investorMixed fitThe stock's movement is highly correlated with renewable energy project cycles and news flows.
Value investorWeak fitAs a capital-intensive growth company, it currently trades based on future potential rather than current cash-flow-based value multiples.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company focuses on fleet reinvestment rather than consistent dividend payouts.
Low-risk investorWeak fitOperational risks, high capital costs, and industry cyclicality make this a higher-volatility holding.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highThe stock is susceptible to changes in energy sector sentiment and broader market conditions.
Valuation riskMediumFuture growth expectations are baked into the share price, leaving limited room for execution disappointment.
Competition risk (maritime construction)Medium / highCadeler competes against large, well-capitalized maritime firms with diverse operational portfolios.
Business qualityMediumThe business model provides high barriers to entry but is reliant on the timely delivery of large-scale capital assets.
Dividend incomeLow / noneInvestors should expect capital appreciation rather than recurring income from dividends.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccess depends on managing complex marine logistics and adhering to strict wind farm construction timelines.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 13.09%
Avg. Invested days 34
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
CDLR receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid quantitative characteristics, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
CDLR has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and soft ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+313.6%) and strong revenue growth (+139.6%) are partially offset by weak cash generation (FCF margin -144.7%), very low insider ownership of 0.00%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
CDLR's financial health is supported by strong profitability, including gross margin of 61.3% and operating margin of 49.8%. Liquidity is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is CDLR's strongest growth driver at +313.6% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, revenue growth (+139.6%, strong) is also strong, while free-cash-flow growth (-65.0%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 3.9% (soft) and 58.9% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable (solid). Insider ownership is only 0.00%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Condire Management LP 0.56%
Valueworks LLC 0.52%
Storebrand Asset Management AS 0.39%
Amvescap Plc. 0.35%
Franklin Templeton Inc 0.19%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
CDLR generates approximately $613 of gross profit, $498 of operating income, and $-1,447 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Weak margins and weak cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is moderate.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 2.67%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
CDLR has a high-quality, liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 2.42B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 9.96
1Y Target Price 34
Price to earnings Ratio 9.96
1Y Target Price 34
Volume (30-day avg) 84.6K shares
Beta 0.74
52 Weeks Range 15.37 - 30.01
Updated Date 10/25/2026
52 Weeks Range 15.37 - 30.01
Updated Date 10/25/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.52

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Offshore InstallationChartering of heavy-lift jack-up vessels to energy developers for wind turbine installation.Cadeler earns money by renting out specialized ships that build large wind farms at sea.
GeographyOperations primarily focused on European and North Sea offshore wind hubs, with increasing activity in global markets.Revenue is tied to the strength of European offshore wind development, but it is expanding globally.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE 9.96
Forward PE 15.92
Enterprise Value 3.24B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.32
Enterprise Value 3.24B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.32
Enterprise Value to Revenue 5.95
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.71
Shares Outstanding 96.47M
Shares Floating 56.81M
Shares Outstanding 96.47M
Shares Floating 56.81M
Percent Insiders -
Percent Institutions 3.94

Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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