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Culp, Inc. Common Stock(CULP)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CULP
09/24/2026: CULP (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Culp, Inc. is a global manufacturer of fabrics and covers for the bedding and furniture industries. The company benefits from deep relationships with major brands and a design-driven approach to product development, which provides a competitive edge in a crowded market. Its primary investment story centers on capturing value through performance fabrics and expanding its footprint in direct-to-consumer channels. However, investors must monitor risks related to its high cyclicality, raw material price volatility, and intense competition from low-cost imports. Culp is generally suited for investors comfortable with industry-specific cycles who seek exposure to the home furnishing sector.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Growth is largely tied to cyclical home furnishing demand rather than secular market disruption. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | The stock often lacks the high-volume, rapid trend movement sought by momentum traders. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The stock can offer value entry points during cyclical downturns in the housing market. |
| Dividend investor | Mixed fit | Dividends are provided, but sustainability depends on the cyclical profitability of the textile business. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Cyclicality and exposure to global manufacturing risks create volatility inappropriate for low-risk portfolios. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | The stock reacts significantly to changes in consumer spending and macroeconomic housing reports. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Valuation is sensitive to earnings cycles; overpaying during peak cycles can lead to capital loss. |
| Competition risk (Low-cost imports) | High | Global competition exerts constant pressure on margins and pricing power. |
| Business quality | Medium | While operationally disciplined, the business operates in a highly commoditized industry. |
| Dividend income | Medium | Dividends are discretionary and dependent on the cyclical health of the firm. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Managing global supply chains across multiple regions carries inherent logistical and cost risks. |
Price Behavior
Flat / Range-Bound
The stock price has been trading within a narrow range with minimal directional movement.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -40.24% | Avg. Invested days 20 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/24/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 45.59M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 8 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 8 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 145.0K shares | Beta 1.21 | 52 Weeks Range 2.70 - 4.50 | Updated Date 09/24/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 2.70 - 4.50 | Updated Date 09/24/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.32 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Mattress Fabrics | Knitted/woven fabrics and mattress covers sold to bedding manufacturers. | This is the core revenue driver, relying on the health of the mattress and sleep industry. |
| Upholstery Fabrics | Performance fabrics and decorative textiles for furniture manufacturers. | This segment tracks consumer demand for living room and commercial furniture. |
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 2026-09-09 | When After Market | Estimate 0.44 | Actual 0.47 |
Profitability
Profit Margin -1.93% | Operating Margin (TTM) -0.5% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -3.7% | Return on Equity (TTM) -7.15% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 10.62 | Enterprise Value 48.84M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.22 |
Enterprise Value 48.84M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.22 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.24 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 21.19 | Shares Outstanding 12.74M | Shares Floating 9.74M |
Shares Outstanding 12.74M | Shares Floating 9.74M | ||
Percent Insiders 8.38 | Percent Institutions 58.36 |
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Financial Metrics
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Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Culp, Inc. Common Stock
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquarters 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 887 | Website https://www.culp.com |
Full time employees 887 | Website https://www.culp.com | ||
Culp, Inc. manufactures, sources, and sells fabrics and mattress covers, sewn covers, and cut and sewn kits for use in mattresses, foundations, and mattress sets in the United States, North America, the Far East, Asia, and internationally. The company operates in two segments, Bedding and Upholstery. The Bedding segment offers woven jacquards, knitted and converted fabrics, and sewn mattress covers for use in the production of bedding products, including mattresses, box springs, foundations, top of bed components, and bedding accessory products. The Upholstery segment provides woven jacquards and dobbies, velvets, suedes, faux leathers, and cut and sewn kits for use in the production of residential and commercial upholstered furniture, such as sofas, recliners, chairs, loveseats, sectionals, sofa-beds, and seating for offices and healthcare facilities; and hospitality industry comprising seating for restaurants, hotels, and theaters, as well as offers window treatment products and installation services for customers in the hospitality and commercial industries. The company was incorporated in 1972 and is headquartered in High Point, North Carolina.
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