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Core Molding Technologies Inc (CMT)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/17/2025: CMT (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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
1 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $22
1 Year Target Price $22
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 11.44% | Avg. Invested days 47 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/17/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 158.30M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 17.12 | 1Y Target Price 22 |
Price to earnings Ratio 17.12 | 1Y Target Price 22 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 0.88 | 52 Weeks Range 12.25 - 22.29 | Updated Date 10/18/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 12.25 - 22.29 | Updated Date 10/18/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.08 |
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 - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 3.39% | Operating Margin (TTM) 7.54% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4.35% | Return on Equity (TTM) 6.22% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 17.12 | Forward PE 11.52 | Enterprise Value 143061180 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.57 |
Enterprise Value 143061180 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.57 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.52 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.4 | Shares Outstanding 8561353 | Shares Floating 7296071 |
Shares Outstanding 8561353 | Shares Floating 7296071 | ||
Percent Insiders 9.15 | Percent Institutions 75.43 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Core Molding Technologies Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Core Molding Technologies Inc. was founded in 1996. It evolved from a focus on light vehicle molding to encompass a broader range of industries and composite manufacturing techniques. The company has grown through acquisitions and organic expansion.
Core Business Areas
- Heavy-Duty Truck: Production of large-format, complex molded components for heavy-duty trucks, including hoods, roofs, and side panels.
- Automotive: Manufactures exterior and interior components for the automotive industry.
- Industrial: Produces parts for various industrial applications, such as agricultural equipment, construction vehicles, and medical devices.
- Power Sports: Production of components for recreational vehicles such as ATVs, UTVs, and snowmobiles.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team includes the CEO, CFO, and other key executives. The organizational structure is based on functional departments, with a focus on engineering, manufacturing, and sales.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Large-Format SMC Components: Production of large structural composite parts using Sheet Molding Compound (SMC) processes. Competitors include companies specializing in SMC molding and composite manufacturing, such as PolyOne (now Avient), and Continental Structural Plastics (now Teijin Automotive Technologies). Market share data is difficult to pinpoint exactly, but Core Molding Technologies is a significant player.
- Reinforced Plastics: Manufacture of reinforced plastic components for various industries. Competitors include companies specializing in reinforced plastic manufacturing, such as RTP Company and PlastiComp. Market share data is difficult to pinpoint exactly, but Core Molding Technologies is a significant player.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The composite materials industry is experiencing growth driven by demand for lightweight, durable, and corrosion-resistant materials in various sectors. Increasing environmental regulations also contribute to the rise of composites and plastics demand.
Positioning
Core Molding Technologies Inc. holds a strong position in the market due to its expertise in large-format molding, its diversified customer base, and its focus on high-quality products. This provides a competitive edge.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for composite materials and molded plastics is estimated to be in the tens of billions of dollars. Core Molding Technologies Inc. is positioned to capture a portion of this market with its specialized capabilities. The TAM depends on the segments served. Heavy-duty truck, automotive, industrial and power sports all have sizable individual TAM's.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong customer relationships
- Expertise in large-format molding
- Diversified end markets
- Proprietary Technologies
Weaknesses
- Concentration of sales with key customers
- Exposure to raw material price fluctuations
- Limited geographic diversification
- Reliance on cyclical industries
Opportunities
- Expansion into new markets
- Development of new composite materials
- Acquisitions of complementary businesses
- Increased outsourcing of manufacturing
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Increased competition
- Technological advancements
- Changes in government regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Dura Automotive Systems (Private)
- Teijin Automotive Technologies (Private)
- Magna International (MGA)
Competitive Landscape
Core Molding Technologies Inc. competes on the basis of its technical expertise, manufacturing capabilities, and customer service. Competitive advantages include its expertise in large-format molding and its diversified customer base.
Major Acquisitions
Horizon Plastics International
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 64.5
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Core Molding Technologies' product offerings and customer base.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been driven by organic sales growth and strategic acquisitions.
Future Projections: Future growth is projected to be driven by continued demand for lightweight materials, expansion into new markets, and acquisitions.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in new equipment and technology, as well as expansion of manufacturing capacity.
Summary
Core Molding Technologies is a niche player in the composites and molding market, with a focus on large-format SMC components. Its strengths lie in its technical expertise and customer relationships. However, the company is exposed to cyclical industries and raw material price fluctuations. Future growth depends on successful expansion into new markets and management of these external risks.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Industry reports
- Analyst estimates
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market share percentages are estimates and might not reflect exact figures.
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.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Core Molding Technologies Inc
Exchange NYSE MKT | Headquaters Columbus, OH, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1988-09-16 | President, CEO & Director Mr. David L. Duvall | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Specialty Chemicals | Full time employees 1570 | Website https://www.coremt.com |
Full time employees 1570 | Website https://www.coremt.com | ||
Core Molding Technologies, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a molder of thermoplastic and thermoset structural products. The company offers a range of manufacturing processes that include compression molding of sheet molding compound, resin transfer molding, liquid molding of dicyclopentadiene, spray-up and hand-lay-up molding, direct long-fiber thermoplastics compression molding, and structural foam and structural web injection molding. It serves various markets, including medium and heavy-duty trucks, automotive, power sports, building products, industrial, utilities, and other commercial markets in the United States, Mexico, Canada, and internationally. The company was formerly known as Core Materials Corporation and changed its name to Core Molding Technologies, Inc. in August 2002. Core Molding Technologies, Inc. was incorporated in 1996 and is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.
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