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Culp Inc (CULP)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/06/2025: CULP (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
1 Year Target Price $8
1 Year Target Price $8
0 | Strong Buy |
0 | Buy |
0 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -12.97% | Avg. Invested days 27 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 49.23M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 8 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 8 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 1.18 | 52 Weeks Range 3.42 - 6.85 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 3.42 - 6.85 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -1.75 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -8.96% | Operating Margin (TTM) -1.68% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -5.21% | Return on Equity (TTM) -28.56% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 10.57 | Enterprise Value 52735785 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.23 |
Enterprise Value 52735785 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.23 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.25 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -57.36 | Shares Outstanding 12559100 | Shares Floating 9039340 |
Shares Outstanding 12559100 | Shares Floating 9039340 | ||
Percent Insiders 7.86 | Percent Institutions 65.46 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating - | Target Price 8 | Buy - | Strong Buy - |
Buy - | Strong Buy - | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Culp Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
Culp, Inc. was founded in 1972 and is a global manufacturer and marketer of mattress fabrics and upholstery fabrics. It has grown through organic expansion and strategic acquisitions to become a significant player in the textile industry.
Core Business Areas
- Mattress Fabrics: Designs, manufactures, and markets woven and knitted fabrics used in mattresses, including mattress covers and foundations. This segment caters to mattress manufacturers globally.
- Upholstery Fabrics: Designs, manufactures, and markets fabrics used in residential and commercial upholstery applications, including furniture, bedding, and decorative applications. These fabrics are sold to furniture manufacturers, retailers, and distributors.
Leadership and Structure
Culp, Inc. has a traditional corporate structure with a board of directors and an executive leadership team that oversees the company's operations and strategic direction. Robert G. Culp, IV, serves as the President and CEO.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Woven Mattress Fabrics: Woven fabrics designed for mattress covers and foundations. Culp is a major player in this market, but specific market share data is variable due to the fragmented nature of the industry. Competitors include industry titans such as Albany International (AIN) and smaller privately held entities.
- Knitted Mattress Fabrics: Knitted fabrics offer enhanced comfort and performance. Culp competes with companies with similar product offerings. The revenue and market data from these products are hard to obtain. Key competitors include industry titans such as Albany International (AIN) and smaller privately held entities.
- Upholstery Fabrics: Fabrics for furniture, bedding, and decorative uses. Competitors include companies like Valdese Weavers, and Kravet Inc. Culp's specific upholstery fabrics market share is difficult to ascertain precisely, as it is a large, competitive market.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The textile industry is characterized by fluctuating raw material costs, global competition, and evolving consumer preferences. The mattress and upholstery markets are influenced by housing market trends, consumer spending, and innovation in materials and design.
Positioning
Culp, Inc. is positioned as a global manufacturer and marketer of mattress fabrics and upholstery fabrics. They compete through product innovation, quality, and customer service.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global mattress and upholstery fabrics market is estimated to be in the billions of dollars. Culp aims to capture a larger share through innovation and strategic partnerships.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Global manufacturing and distribution network
- Strong relationships with major mattress and furniture manufacturers
- Diverse product portfolio
- Focus on innovation and design
Weaknesses
- Exposure to raw material price volatility
- Dependence on the housing market and consumer spending
- Vulnerability to economic downturns
- Competition from lower-cost manufacturers
Opportunities
- Expanding into new geographic markets
- Developing sustainable and eco-friendly fabrics
- Growing the e-commerce channel
- Acquiring complementary businesses
Threats
- Increased competition from Asian manufacturers
- Fluctuations in currency exchange rates
- Changes in consumer preferences
- Disruptions in the supply chain
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Albany International (AIN)
- Stowe Holdings
Competitive Landscape
Culp competes on product quality, design innovation, and customer service. It faces challenges from lower-cost manufacturers and larger, more diversified companies.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Culp's historical growth has been moderate, driven by organic expansion and strategic acquisitions.
Future Projections: Future growth projections are dependent on economic conditions and the company's ability to innovate and adapt to changing consumer preferences. Analyst estimates are hard to come by and tend to vary, but predict some growth
Recent Initiatives: Culp has been focusing on expanding its product line, enhancing its e-commerce capabilities, and improving its supply chain management.
Summary
Culp Inc. is a stable player in the mattress and upholstery fabrics market, leveraging its global manufacturing and diverse product portfolio. Its performance is closely tied to economic conditions and consumer spending. The company needs to watch out for increasing competition and raw material price volatility while capitalizing on opportunities in sustainable fabrics and emerging markets. While the company is not weak, it requires further improvements in revenue growth.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC Filings
- Company Website
- Industry Reports
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change. Market share data is an estimate
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 Culp Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters High Point, NC, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1990-03-26 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Robert G. Culp IV | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Textile Manufacturing | Full time employees - | Website https://www.culp.com |
Full time employees - | Website https://www.culp.com |
Culp, Inc. manufactures, sources, markets, and sells mattress fabrics, sewn covers, and cut and sewn kits for use in mattresses, foundations, and other bedding products in the United States, North America, the Far East, Asia, and internationally. The company operates through Mattress Fabrics and Upholstery Fabrics segments. The Mattress Fabrics segment offers woven jacquard, knitted, and converted fabrics for use in the production of bedding products, including mattresses, box springs, foundations, and top of bed components. The Upholstery Fabrics segment provides jacquard woven fabrics, velvets, micro denier suedes, woven dobbies, knitted fabrics, piece-dyed woven products, and polyurethane fabrics for use in the production of residential and commercial upholstered furniture, such as sofas, recliners, loveseats, chairs, sectionals, and sofa-beds, as well as office seating and window treatment products; and installation services for customers in the hospitality and commercial industries. Culp, Inc. was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in High Point, North Carolina.
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