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Cadre Holdings Inc(CDRE)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$29.99
10/23/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CDRE

10/23/2026: CDRE (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Cadre Holdings is a specialized manufacturer of safety and survivability equipment for law enforcement, military, and first responders. The company benefits from a portfolio of well-regarded brands, most notably Safariland and Med-Eng, which create reliable recurring revenue through essential-use products. Its primary growth story revolves around a proven M&A strategy combined with product innovation in high-margin tactical gear and robotics. Key risks include dependence on municipal and defense budget cycles and the complexities of integrating new acquisitions. The stock may suit value-oriented and income-focused investors who prioritize stable business models, though they should monitor ongoing procurement trends and acquisition integration performance.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company offers steady growth, but it is not a high-growth tech disruptor.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum suitability is conditional on a sustained positive uptrend in share price.
Value investorStrong fitThe company is often viewed as a value-oriented play on industrial safety and defense spending.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe dividend program provides a consistent income stream supported by stable cash flows.
Low-risk investorStrong fitThe mission-critical nature of its products leads to lower revenue volatility compared to consumer-cyclical stocks.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumThe stock can react to shifts in government spending sentiment and broader industrial market trends.
Valuation riskLowReasonable valuation multiples have historically provided a buffer for long-term investors.
Competition risk (Defense and safety gear)MediumKeeping pace with technological advancements in protective gear and robotic equipment is essential.
Business qualityStrongThe company maintains high-quality, essential product franchises with established brand equity.
Dividend incomeLowThe company has maintained a reliable, though moderate, dividend policy.
Execution riskMediumSuccess depends on the effective integration of future acquisitions into the existing operating platform.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -32.77%
Avg. Invested days 37
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
CDRE receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
CDRE has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+22.2%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 9.3%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+7.5%), soft profitability (net margin 7.2%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
CDRE's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 33.9%). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is CDRE's strongest growth driver at +117.7% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, earnings growth (+22.2%, solid) is also solid, while revenue growth (+7.5%, moderate) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 78.4% and approximately 66.2% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 27.09% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 6.86%
Greenhouse Funds LLLP 6.70%
FMR Inc 5.78%
Reinhart Mahoney Capital Management Inc 5.34%
State Street Corp 4.55%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
CDRE generates approximately $412 of gross profit, $123 of operating income, and $93 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Moderate margins and solid cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is moderate.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 29.18%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
CDRE has a high-quality, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Quality TiltHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 1.28B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 37.02
1Y Target Price 45.83
Price to earnings Ratio 37.02
1Y Target Price 45.83
Volume (30-day avg) 580.9K shares
Beta 1.33
52 Weeks Range 24.07 - 48.44
Updated Date 10/24/2026
52 Weeks Range 24.07 - 48.44
Updated Date 10/24/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.32%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.81

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Products for First RespondersDuty holsters, body armor, and tactical accessories sold under the Safariland brand.This is the company's core recurring revenue driver from police and security forces.
EOD and Specialized GearBomb suits, EOD robots, and advanced protective systems for military agencies.This segment provides high-margin, specialized revenue from defense and high-stakes security budgets.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE 37.02
Forward PE 26.74
Enterprise Value 1.68B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.87
Enterprise Value 1.68B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.87
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.94
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 20.04
Shares Outstanding 42.82M
Shares Floating 28.35M
Shares Outstanding 42.82M
Shares Floating 28.35M
Percent Insiders 27.09
Percent Institutions 78.36

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

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)

Information icon 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)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon 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)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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