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Carlyle Group Inc(CG)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
2-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$39.96
11/05/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CG

11/05/2026: CG (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Carlyle Group Inc is a leading global alternative asset manager that provides investment strategies across private equity, credit, and investment solutions. The firm's strengths lie in its deep market expertise and a robust platform that provides consistent management fee revenue. A primary growth opportunity involves capturing private wealth capital and expanding its scale in the credit markets. Key risks include exposure to macroeconomic volatility, cyclical performance fee revenue, and intense competition from larger alternative asset peers. The stock may suit investors seeking long-term growth in the alternative sector, provided they can tolerate the inherent volatility and complexity of the investment business model.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitCarlyle offers exposure to the growing alternative asset sector, but its earnings growth is tied to cyclical market realizations.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveMomentum investors may find value during periods of high market activity and strong exit performance in the private equity space.
Value investorMixed fitThe stock can appear attractively valued during market downturns, but the complexity of private equity accounting makes fair value assessment difficult.
Dividend investorStrong fitCarlyle provides a relatively consistent dividend yield, making it suitable for income-oriented portfolios.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe stock is subject to high volatility due to macroeconomic sensitivity and the nature of the asset management industry.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighShare prices fluctuate significantly with market cycles and exit successes.
Valuation riskMediumThe complexity of alternative asset valuations can lead to market disconnects.
Competition risk (Asset Management)HighIntense competition from larger incumbents limits pricing power.
Business qualityMedium / highStrong recurring management fee streams underpin the franchise.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends are reliable but can be affected by the firm's cyclical performance fees.
Execution riskMediumSuccessful growth depends on integrating new credit and wealth strategies.

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 35.08%
Avg. Invested days 51
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
CG has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong cash generation (FCF margin 27.8%) and solid revenue growth (+19.8%) are partially offset by negative earnings growth (-20.7%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
CG's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $1.4B (27.8% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is CG's strongest growth driver at +262.9% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, revenue growth (+19.8%, solid) is also solid, while earnings growth (-20.7%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 64.8% and approximately 72.6% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 26.38% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 8.98%
Harris Associates L.P. 4.96%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 3.32%
Capital World Investors 3.32%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.22%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
CG generates approximately $659 of gross profit, $262 of operating income, and $278 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong margins and strong cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains soft.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 18.50%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
CG has a large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

High VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 15.23B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 44.07
1Y Target Price 51.47
Price to earnings Ratio 44.07
1Y Target Price 51.47
Volume (30-day avg) 3.4M shares
Beta 1.83
52 Weeks Range 35.41 - 65.91
Updated Date 11/05/2026
52 Weeks Range 35.41 - 65.91
Updated Date 11/05/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 3.42%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.97

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Management FeesFixed percentage fees charged on committed or invested capital from institutional and retail clients.This is the 'sticky' recurring revenue that provides the company's base level of income.
Performance Fees (Carried Interest)Share of profits generated from investment exits above a certain return threshold.This component is highly cyclical and drives large spikes in earnings when the company successfully sells assets.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-11-05
When Before Market
Estimate 0.99
Actual 1.12

Profitability

Profit Margin 13.01%
Operating Margin (TTM) 26.86%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 2.03%
Return on Equity (TTM) 7.77%

Valuation

Trailing PE 44.07
Forward PE 7.82
Enterprise Value 29.42B
Price to Sales(TTM) 5.45
Enterprise Value 29.42B
Price to Sales(TTM) 5.45
Enterprise Value to Revenue 10.38
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.05
Shares Outstanding 356.33M
Shares Floating 258.60M
Shares Outstanding 356.33M
Shares Floating 258.60M
Percent Insiders 26.38
Percent Institutions 64.79

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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

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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