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CDT Environmental Technology Investment Holdings Limited ordinary shares(CDTG)

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1-STAR RATING
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$1.23
09/25/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CDTG

09/25/2026: CDTG (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

CDT Environmental Technology Investment Holdings Limited is a provider of decentralized sewage treatment services and systems, primarily focused on the Chinese market. The company benefits from a specialized, proprietary technology that addresses critical water infrastructure needs in underserved regions. Its growth strategy relies on securing long-term service contracts and scaling its modular treatment systems. However, investors face notable risks, including geographic concentration, competition from large state-owned enterprises, and the regulatory uncertainty often associated with US-listed Chinese firms. This stock may suit investors seeking exposure to the environmental infrastructure sector, provided they are comfortable with the volatility and risks inherent in smaller-cap international equities.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company operates in a growing environmental sector, but scale and liquidity may limit appeal.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock lacks the consistent high-volume trading history typically required for momentum strategies.
Value investorMixed fitValuation may be attractive relative to larger peers, but operational risks in China must be considered.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not currently offer a dividend, focusing instead on capital reinvestment.
Low-risk investorWeak fitExposure to international regulatory risks and small-cap volatility makes this unsuitable for low-risk portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighSmall-cap, international equities often exhibit higher intraday and long-term price swings.
Valuation riskMedium / highAccurate valuation is difficult due to the complexity of project-based revenue streams in a volatile regulatory environment.
Competition riskHighLarge state-owned enterprises pose a significant challenge in securing lucrative long-term municipal contracts.
Business qualityMediumThe business relies on proprietary technology but is susceptible to operational execution risks in diverse locations.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThere is no current dividend, offering no income protection for investors.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccess depends on the timely completion of complex, site-specific environmental projects.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Extreme Price Shocks
PRICE STABILITY

Extreme Price Shocks

The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -86.19%
Avg. Invested days 14
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
CDTG receives a 2-star rating, supported by available scored pillars. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, soft analyst coverage, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
CDTG has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with soft financial health, soft growth momentum, and moderate ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, growth and ownership metrics are mixed: negative earnings growth (-801.7%), soft cash generation (FCF margin -1.1%), negative revenue growth (-38.8%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
CDTG's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 207.6%). Operating efficiency is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 2-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is CDTG's strongest growth driver at +89.6% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (-38.8%, negative) and earnings growth (-801.7%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 5.8% and approximately 91.6% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 6.06% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

TWO SIGMA SECURITIES, LLC 0.05%
XTX Topco Ltd 0.04%
Citadel Advisors Llc 0.00%
UBS Group AG 0.00%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
CDTG generates approximately $415 of gross profit, $-639 of operating income, and $-11 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong cash conversion and healthy margins support the rating, although capital efficiency remains below the highest tier.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 10.88%

Quantitative Style Profile

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

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 3.72M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price -
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price -
Volume (30-day avg) 8.9M shares
Beta -1.88
52 Weeks Range 0.73 - 19.00
Updated Date 09/26/2026
52 Weeks Range 0.73 - 19.00
Updated Date 09/26/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -21

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Sewage Treatment ServicesOperations and maintenance fees from long-term service contracts with municipal authorities.This is the core recurring revenue source that provides stability to the business model.
Equipment Sales and InstallationDesign, production, and installation of proprietary decentralized treatment units.This segment provides one-time project revenue driven by regional infrastructure demand.
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Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 9.72M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.2
Enterprise Value 9.72M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.2
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.53
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.03
Shares Outstanding 3.02M
Shares Floating 2.77M
Shares Outstanding 3.02M
Shares Floating 2.77M
Percent Insiders 6.06
Percent Institutions 5.78

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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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Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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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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About CDT Environmental Technology Investment Holdings Limited ordinary shares

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquarters -
IPO Launch date 2024-04-18
Chairman of the Board & CEO Mr. Yunwu Li
Sector Industrials
Industry Waste Management
Full time employees 64
Full time employees 64

CDT Environmental Technology Investment Holdings Limited designs, develops, manufactures, sells, installs, operates, and maintains sewage treatment systems in China. It sells complete sewage treatment systems; constructs rural sewage treatment plants; installs systems; and provides on-going operation and maintenance services for systems and plants in China for municipalities and enterprise clients. The company provides on-site treatment services with its mobile and fixed septic tank treatment systems. CDT Environmental Technology Investment Holdings Limited was incorporated in 2016 and is based in Shenzhen, China.