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CompoSecure Inc (CMPOW)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/03/2025: CMPOW (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
0 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 547.7% | Avg. Invested days 42 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 07/03/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size ETF | Market Capitalization 0 USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.98 | 52 Weeks Range 0.40 - 6.63 | Updated Date 05/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 0.40 - 6.63 | Updated Date 05/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) - |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -9.63% | Operating Margin (TTM) 10.1% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 20.39% | Return on Equity (TTM) - |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value - | Price to Sales(TTM) - |
Enterprise Value - | Price to Sales(TTM) - | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue - | Enterprise Value to EBITDA - | Shares Outstanding - | Shares Floating 36074205 |
Shares Outstanding - | Shares Floating 36074205 | ||
Percent Insiders - | Percent Institutions - |
Upturn AI SWOT
CompoSecure Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
CompoSecure, Inc. (CMPO) was founded in 2000. It became a publicly traded company in 2021 through a merger with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC). It has grown to become a leading provider of premium financial payment cards and security solutions.
Core Business Areas
- Premium Payment Cards: Designs and manufactures high-end metal payment cards for affluent consumers, often in partnership with financial institutions and fintech companies. Includes production and personalization.
- Security and Authentication: Develops and provides security solutions including cryptographic hardware security modules (HSMs) and authentication technologies.
- Digital Asset Storage: Provides cold storage and security solutions for digital assets, including cryptocurrency.
Leadership and Structure
CEO: John Wilk. The company operates with a functional organizational structure.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Metal Payment Cards: High-end metal payment cards for premium credit and debit cards. CompoSecure is estimated to hold a substantial market share in the metal card market. Competitors include CPI Card Group (PMTS) and Thales Group (HO).
- Arculus Cryptocurrency Hardware Wallet: A cold storage hardware wallet to securely store, buy, sell, and swap cryptocurrencies. Market share in cryptocurrency hardware wallets is growing but fragmented. Competitors include Ledger and Trezor.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The premium card market is growing, driven by demand from affluent consumers for exclusive and secure payment solutions. The digital asset security market is also experiencing rapid growth due to the increasing adoption of cryptocurrencies.
Positioning
CompoSecure is a leading player in the premium payment card market and is expanding its presence in the digital asset security market. Its competitive advantage lies in its expertise in metal card manufacturing, security technologies, and relationships with major financial institutions.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The combined TAM for premium payment cards and digital asset security is estimated to be in the billions of dollars. CompoSecure is positioned to capture a significant share of this market.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong market position in premium metal cards
- Established relationships with major financial institutions
- Proprietary manufacturing capabilities
- Growing presence in digital asset security
Weaknesses
- Dependence on the premium card market
- Relatively small compared to larger competitors
- SPAC merger legacy may weigh on investor sentiment
Opportunities
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Growth in digital asset adoption
- Partnerships with fintech companies
- Development of new security solutions
Threats
- Economic downturn impacting premium card spending
- Increasing competition in metal cards and digital asset security
- Cybersecurity threats
- Regulatory changes in the cryptocurrency market
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- PMTS
- HO
- Ledger
- Trezor
Competitive Landscape
CompoSecure possesses a significant advantage in metal card manufacturing and relationships with premium card issuers. However, faces stronger competition in the broader security market from larger players like Thales (HO) and in the crypto wallet market from Ledger and Trezor.
Major Acquisitions
API Technologies
- Year: 2023
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 45
- Strategic Rationale: To expand security and crypto offerings and customer base.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: CompoSecure has demonstrated consistent growth in revenue and profitability over the past several years, driven by demand for its premium payment cards and increasing adoption of its security solutions.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth in revenue and earnings, driven by the expansion of the premium card market and the growing demand for digital asset security solutions.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding its partnerships with fintech companies, launching new products in the digital asset security market, and entering new geographic markets.
Summary
CompoSecure holds a strong position in the premium metal card market and is strategically expanding into the rapidly growing digital asset security market. While its revenue stream and partnerships are healthy, potential economic downturns and competitive pressures are key threats to consider. Recent acquisitions further solidify its market position and diversify its offerings. Despite having a smaller size than its broader market competitors, its specialized focus provides a distinct competitive edge.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC Filings
- Company Press Releases
- Industry Reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market conditions and company performance can change rapidly. Real time market analysis is recommended.
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 CompoSecure Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Somerset, NJ, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2020-11-19 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Jonathan C. Wilk | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Metal Fabrication | Full time employees 1000 | Website https://www.composecure.com |
Full time employees 1000 | Website https://www.composecure.com | ||
CompoSecure, Inc. manufactures and designs metal, composite, and proprietary financial transaction cards in the United States and internationally. The company operates through two segments, Payment Card and Arculus. It provides metal form factors include embedded metal, metal veneer lite, metal veneer, full metal, lux glass, echo mirror, and ceramic metal hybrid products, as well as payment cards. The company also offers Arculus Cold Storage Wallet, a three-factor authentication solution, which supports specific digital assets, including bitcoin, Ethereum, non-fungible tokens and others. In addition, it provides Payments + Arculus Secure Authenticate, white-labeled cold storage wallet, Payments + Arculus Cold Storage, and Payments + Arculus Authentication + Arculus Cold Storage. The company serves financial institutions, plastic card manufacturers, system integrators, and security specialists. CompoSecure, Inc. was founded in 1910 and is based in Somerset, New Jersey.
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