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12/04/2025: CIX (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -7.07% | Avg. Invested days 31 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 12/04/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 333.71M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 18.55 | 1Y Target Price 38 |
Price to earnings Ratio 18.55 | 1Y Target Price 38 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 1.05 | 52 Weeks Range 17.67 - 32.44 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 17.67 - 32.44 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 4.43% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.46 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 12.12% | Operating Margin (TTM) 14.57% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 6.97% | Return on Equity (TTM) 11.35% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 18.55 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 277581709 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.25 |
Enterprise Value 277581709 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.25 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.87 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.13 | Shares Outstanding 12318600 | Shares Floating 1513212 |
Shares Outstanding 12318600 | Shares Floating 1513212 | ||
Percent Insiders 87.7 | Percent Institutions 7.63 |
Upturn AI SWOT
CompX International Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
CompX International Inc. (CIX) designs, manufactures, and sells security products, comfort and control products, and recreational marine components. Founded in 1983 as Illinois Tool Works' (ITW) Engineered Components, it became independent in 1998 as CompX International Inc.
Core Business Areas
- Security Products: Includes mechanical and electrical cabinet locks, disc tumbler locks, high-security locking systems, and access control solutions used in a variety of applications including postal, vending, office furniture, healthcare, and transportation.
- Comfort and Control Products: Encompasses branded ergonomic comfort and control products for office furniture, specialty ergonomic accessories, and electronic controls.
- Marine Components: Focuses on gauges, throttles, steering systems, and other components for recreational marine applications. Provides innovative solutions tailored to recreational boating needs.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team consists of CEO, CFO, and heads of each business segment. CompX operates with a decentralized structure with each segment having its own management team and P&L responsibility. The board of directors provides oversight and strategic guidance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Security Locks: High-security mechanical and electromechanical locks. Market share is estimated at around 15% in North America. Competitors include ASSA ABLOY, Medeco, and Kaba.
- Ergonomic Comfort Products: Branded ergonomic accessories for office furniture, including keyboard trays, monitor arms, and footrests. Competitors include Humanscale and Fellowes. Revenue for this product is ~$30 million.
- Marine Gauges: A variety of gauges for recreational boats. Market share of 10% in North America. Competitors include Faria Beede Instruments and Teleflex Marine.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The security products industry is driven by demand for enhanced security in various sectors. The comfort and control products segment is experiencing growth due to increasing awareness of ergonomics and workplace wellness. The recreational marine component sector is affected by consumer spending and economic conditions.
Positioning
CompX International Inc. is positioned as a provider of niche products with a focus on high-quality and reliable solutions. Its competitive advantages include a strong reputation, established distribution channels, and engineering capabilities.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The combined TAM for their segments is estimated to be around $2.5 Billion. CompX holds a small but significant portion of the TAM.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand reputation
- Established distribution network
- Diverse product portfolio
- Focus on innovation
Weaknesses
- Dependence on economic conditions
- Limited geographic reach
- Smaller scale compared to larger competitors
- High raw material costs
Opportunities
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Acquisition of complementary businesses
- Development of new products and technologies
- Growth in e-commerce
Threats
- Increased competition
- Fluctuations in raw material prices
- Changes in consumer preferences
- Economic downturns
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ASSA ABLOY (ASAZY)
- Fortune Brands Innovations (FBIN)
- Dover Corporation (DOV)
Competitive Landscape
CompX International Inc. competes with larger companies but has a niche focus and reputation for quality. It focuses on specific segments where it holds advantages in expertise and customer relationships.
Major Acquisitions
Ergonomic Accessories Inc.
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 35
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded their presence in the ergonomic comfort product segment and complemented existing offerings.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: CompX International Inc. has grown organically and through acquisitions over the past years.
Future Projections: Analysts project moderate revenue growth of 3-5% per year over the next 5 years.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include expanding into new markets and introducing new products.
Summary
CompX International Inc. is a profitable company with a solid market position in niche segments. While it faces competition from larger players, its focus on quality and innovation helps it maintain its competitive advantage. Its consistent financial performance, dividend payouts, and positive cash flows demonstrates the management team's operational efficiency. However, global market forces such as inflation need to be closely monitored for future growth.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Investor Presentations
- Analyst Reports
- Industry Research Reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions and company-specific factors may change over time.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About CompX International Inc
Exchange NYSE MKT | Headquaters Dallas, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1998-03-06 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Scott C. James | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Security & Protection Services | Full time employees 510 | Website https://compxinternational.com |
Full time employees 510 | Website https://compxinternational.com | ||
CompX International Inc. manufactures and sells security products and recreational marine components primarily in North America. It operates in two segments, Security Products and Marine Components. The Security Products segment manufactures mechanical and electrical cabinet locks, and other locking mechanisms used in various applications, including ignition systems, mailboxes, file cabinets, desk drawers, tool storage cabinets, high security medical cabinetry, integrated inventory and access control secured narcotics boxes, electrical circuit panels, storage compartments, gas station security, and vending and cash containment machines. This segment serves recreational transportation, postal, office and institutional furniture, cabinetry, tool storage, healthcare, and other industries. The Marine Components segment manufactures and distributes stainless steel exhaust headers, wake enhancement systems, stainless steel exhaust components, gauges, throttle controls, trim tabs, and related hardware and accessories; trim tabs, steering wheels and billet aluminum accessories; original equipment and aftermarket stainless steel exhaust headers, exhaust pipes, mufflers and other exhaust components; GPS speedometers and tachometers; mechanical and electronic controls and throttles; dash panels, LED indicators and wire harnesses; and grab handles, pin cleats and other accessories primarily for ski/wakeboard and performance boats, as well as for the recreational marine and other industries. The company sells its products directly to original equipment manufacturers, as well as through distributors. The company was incorporated in 1993 and is based in Dallas, Texas. CompX International Inc. operates as a subsidiary of NL Industries, Inc.
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