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Crawford & Company(CRD-B)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
2-STAR RATING
SELL
SELL for 2 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
-6.24% ▼
LAST CLOSE
$11.37
11/04/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CRD-B

11/04/2026: CRD-B (2-star) is a SELL. SELL for 2 days. Simulated Profits (-6.24%). Updated daily EoD!

Crawford & Company is a established global provider of claims management and outsourcing solutions, primarily serving the insurance industry. Its business model benefits from strong client relationships and the essential nature of its claims adjusting and repair network services. A primary growth opportunity involves the ongoing digital transformation of its platform, which aims to improve efficiency through automation. However, investors must monitor risks related to the unpredictable nature of catastrophic claim events and increasing competition from technology-focused platforms. The stock is best suited for income-oriented investors who value a long-standing history of dividend payments and a stable position within the insurance services sector.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

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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 mature, slow-growth industry that relies on steady demand rather than rapid expansion.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock generally displays low beta and moderate movement, making it less attractive for momentum-based strategies.
Value investorStrong fitThe company is often viewed as a stable, mature firm, which can attract value investors seeking consistent business models.
Dividend investorStrong fitCrawford provides a reliable dividend history that appeals to investors looking for steady income streams.
Low-risk investorStrong fitIts role as a necessary service provider to the insurance industry provides a degree of defensive stability.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityLowThe stock is generally less volatile than the broader market due to its stable, essential service model.
Valuation riskMediumValuation is tied to steady earnings performance, which can be affected by the unpredictable timing of large-scale disasters.
Competition risk (InsurTech)Medium / highAgile technology-driven competitors are disrupting traditional claims adjustment processes.
Business qualityMediumThe company has a long operating history and deep relationships, though margins are sensitive to labor and administrative costs.
Dividend incomeMediumDividend payouts depend on consistent profitability, which is occasionally interrupted by high catastrophe claim costs.
Execution riskMediumSuccessful growth depends on integrating newer digital tools into established manual-heavy claims workflows.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

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 -12.62%
Avg. Invested days 47
Today’s Advisory SELL
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
CRD-B receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid quantitative characteristics, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
CRD-B has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid cash generation (FCF margin 7.2%) is partially offset by negative earnings growth (-26.2%), slightly negative revenue growth (-2.0%), soft profitability (net margin 1.5%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
CRD-B's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (7.2% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is CRD-B's strongest growth driver at +851.0% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (-2.0%, slightly negative) and earnings growth (-26.2%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 27.0% and approximately 117.2% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 68.84% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
CRD-B generates approximately $245 of gross profit, $58 of operating income, and $72 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Soft margins and solid cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is moderate.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 43.13%

Quantitative Style Profile

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

Style Classification

Quality Focused

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

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 522.08M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 20.7
1Y Target Price 14
Price to earnings Ratio 20.7
1Y Target Price 14
Volume (30-day avg) 10.0K shares
Beta 0.66
52 Weeks Range 8.66 - 13.59
Updated Date 11/04/2026
52 Weeks Range 8.66 - 13.59
Updated Date 11/04/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 2.50%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.53

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Claims ServicesField and desk adjusting services provided to insurance carriers worldwide.This is the core business that generates revenue whenever insurance claims are filed and processed.
Platform SolutionsManaged repair networks and contractor management tools like Contractor Connection.This segment acts as a high-margin service platform connecting insurers to a network of repair providers.
GeographyNorth America, UK/Europe, and International markets.Revenue is well-distributed globally, reducing reliance on any single country's regulatory or insurance environment.

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 2026-11-03
When -
Estimate 0.31
Actual 0.37

Profitability

Profit Margin 2.07%
Operating Margin (TTM) 7.84%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 5.58%
Return on Equity (TTM) 14.1%

Valuation

Trailing PE 20.7
Forward PE 10.79
Enterprise Value 788.57M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.41
Enterprise Value 788.57M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.41
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.61
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.4
Shares Outstanding 18.90M
Shares Floating 22.16M
Shares Outstanding 18.90M
Shares Floating 22.16M
Percent Insiders 68.84
Percent Institutions 26.96

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)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

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)

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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