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Commercial Vehicle Group Inc(CVGI)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
1-STAR RATING
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BUY for 3 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
-2.1% ▼
LAST CLOSE
$3.27
11/05/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CVGI

11/05/2026: CVGI (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Commercial Vehicle Group (CVG) is a specialized industrial supplier that produces seating, structural components, and electrical wiring for the commercial and off-highway vehicle markets. The company's main strength lies in its deep integration with major OEM customers and its strategic pivot toward complex electrical systems for electric vehicles. While this provides a growth opportunity, the firm faces primary risks from its cyclical nature, high customer concentration, and intense competition from larger Tier 1 suppliers. The stock may suit value-oriented investors who are comfortable with industrial volatility, though the lack of a dividend limits its appeal for income seekers. Investors should monitor contract wins in the electrical segment and broader industrial production trends.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is highly dependent on cyclical industrial spending rather than secular technology-driven expansion.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock can experience strong short-term moves driven by industrial sector rotation and infrastructure news.
Value investorStrong fitThe stock often trades at low valuation multiples due to its cyclical nature and lack of dividends.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not pay a dividend, making it unsuitable for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh cyclicality and concentration risks contribute to higher share price volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock is highly sensitive to economic cycles and industrial production forecasts.
Valuation riskMediumMarket sentiment heavily discounts the stock during economic slowdowns, affecting valuation.
Competition risk (Tier 1 suppliers)Medium / highLarge suppliers like Lear and Adient possess scale advantages that can pressure margins.
Business qualityMediumBusiness is fundamentally dependent on long-term OEM contracts with varying profitability.
Dividend incomeLow / noneNo dividend payments are made to shareholders.
Execution riskMediumSuccess relies on integrating acquisitions and managing complex supply chains efficiently.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Extreme Price Shocks
PRICE STABILITY

Extreme Price Shocks

The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 69.67%
Avg. Invested days 32
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
CVGI receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
CVGI has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+18.3%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 5.2%) are partially offset by negative revenue growth (-10.3%), weak profitability (net margin -3.5%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
CVGI's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 39.6%). Profitability is weak (1 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is CVGI's strongest growth driver at +165.4% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, earnings growth (+18.3%, solid) is also solid, while revenue growth (-10.3%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 61.0% and approximately 67.1% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 15.44% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

TCW Group Inc 7.59%
BlackRock Inc 5.76%
Renaissance Technologies Corp 4.82%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.36%
Two Sigma Investments LLC 2.93%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
CVGI generates approximately $105 of gross profit, $-1 of operating income, and $52 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Operating losses explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -30.12% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
CVGI has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

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

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 138.89M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 7.5
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 7.5
Volume (30-day avg) 299.6K shares
Beta 1.35
52 Weeks Range 1.29 - 5.88
Updated Date 11/04/2026
52 Weeks Range 1.29 - 5.88
Updated Date 11/04/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.25

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Vehicle SolutionsSeats, cab structures, and interior components for heavy trucks and off-highway vehicles.The bread-and-butter of the business, reliant on heavy vehicle production volumes.
Electrical SystemsCustom wire harnesses and electronic control modules.This is a higher-growth area as modern vehicles require more complex electrical wiring.
GeographyPrimary operations in North America with additional global presence.Highly exposed to the health of the North American trucking and construction economy.

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 2026-11-02
When After Market
Estimate 0.04
Actual 0.03

Profitability

Profit Margin -1.42%
Operating Margin (TTM) 2.54%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 1.16%
Return on Equity (TTM) -6.25%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 31.65
Enterprise Value 247.71M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.2
Enterprise Value 247.71M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.2
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.28
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.73
Shares Outstanding 40.61M
Shares Floating 27.26M
Shares Outstanding 40.61M
Shares Floating 27.26M
Percent Insiders 15.44
Percent Institutions 61.04

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

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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