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Centuri Holdings, Inc.(CTRI)

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$20.9
10/09/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CTRI

10/09/2026: CTRI (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Centuri Holdings, Inc. is a specialized construction and infrastructure services provider, primarily focused on the critical maintenance and installation of electric and gas distribution systems for North American utility companies. The company benefits from stable, long-term master service agreements that support recurring revenue, driven by secular grid modernization trends. While Centuri has a leading position in its niche and significant growth opportunities in infrastructure resilience, it faces risks related to customer concentration, operational execution, and potential changes in utility capital expenditure. Investors should monitor contract renewals and margin performance. It is generally better suited for growth-oriented investors looking for exposure to utility infrastructure rather than those prioritizing immediate dividends.

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Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitCenturi offers exposure to multi-year utility capital spending trends essential for grid modernization.
Momentum investorMixed fitThe stock's performance depends on broader market sentiment toward industrial and utility infrastructure themes.
Value investorMixed fitValuation is sensitive to the cyclical nature of infrastructure spending and long-term contract reliability.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company currently prioritizes capital reinvestment over dividend payments.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile utility contracts are stable, construction-related operational risks and market volatility remain present.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highThe stock may experience price swings typical of small-to-mid-cap industrial services firms.
Valuation riskMediumPerformance depends on sustaining growth in a competitive and capital-intensive market.
Competition risk (Infrastructure Services)Medium / highIntense competition from well-capitalized firms like Quanta Services affects pricing and contract win rates.
Business qualityMediumStrong recurring revenue from utility partners balances the risks of project-based execution.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThe absence of a dividend removes it from the consideration of income-focused investors.
Execution riskMedium / highProject delays or safety incidents could significantly impact margins and contract renewals.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -0.91%
Avg. Invested days 39
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
CTRI receives a 3-star rating based on the available scored pillars. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
CTRI has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+433.1%) is partially offset by weak cash generation (FCF margin -0.3%), moderate revenue growth (+9.4%), soft profitability (net margin 0.8%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
CTRI's financial health is supported by moderate liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 16.0%). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is CTRI's strongest growth driver at +433.1% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (+9.4%, moderate) and free-cash-flow growth (-113.9%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 106.7% and approximately 94.2% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.62%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

ICAHN CARL C 14.20%
BlackRock Inc 6.82%
Carronade Capital Management LP 5.46%
FMR Inc 5.33%
D. E. Shaw & Co LP 4.89%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
CTRI generates approximately $85 of gross profit, $32 of operating income, and $-3 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Negative free cash flow explains the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and soft capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -55.28% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

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

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Small / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 2.10B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 63.06
1Y Target Price 28.5
Price to earnings Ratio 63.06
1Y Target Price 28.5
Volume (30-day avg) 1.8M shares
Beta 1.01
52 Weeks Range 19.03 - 42.98
Updated Date 10/09/2026
52 Weeks Range 19.03 - 42.98
Updated Date 10/09/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.33

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Electric Infrastructure ServicesDesign, construction, and maintenance of overhead and underground electric lines.Revenue is earned from essential, ongoing maintenance and upgrades to the electric grid.
Gas Infrastructure ServicesInstallation and maintenance of natural gas distribution networks.Revenue is generated from long-term safety and modernization contracts with gas utilities.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE 63.06
Forward PE 20.49
Enterprise Value 2.93B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.62
Enterprise Value 2.93B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.62
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.86
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.14
Shares Outstanding 100.96M
Shares Floating 95.13M
Shares Outstanding 100.96M
Shares Floating 95.13M
Percent Insiders 0.62
Percent Institutions 106.72

Financial Metrics

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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)

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