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Crane NXT Co (CXT)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/15/2025: CXT (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
6 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $73.67
1 Year Target Price $73.67
| 3 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 2 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 22.7% | Avg. Invested days 73 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/15/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 3.46B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 23.11 | 1Y Target Price 73.67 |
Price to earnings Ratio 23.11 | 1Y Target Price 73.67 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 6 | Beta 1.19 | 52 Weeks Range 41.29 - 66.41 | Updated Date 09/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 41.29 - 66.41 | Updated Date 09/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.07% | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.61 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
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Revenue by Geography
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Earnings Date
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Profitability
Profit Margin 9.84% | Operating Margin (TTM) 16.82% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 6.26% | Return on Equity (TTM) 13.98% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 23.11 | Forward PE 12.36 | Enterprise Value 4452792003 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.25 |
Enterprise Value 4452792003 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.25 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.9 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.28 | Shares Outstanding 57418200 | Shares Floating 57278680 |
Shares Outstanding 57418200 | Shares Floating 57278680 | ||
Percent Insiders 14.48 | Percent Institutions 111.4 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Crane NXT Co
Company Overview
History and Background
Crane NXT Co, formerly Crane Co, was founded in 1855. Initially focused on manufacturing valves and fittings, it has evolved through strategic acquisitions and divestitures. In April 2023, Crane Co separated into two independent publicly traded companies: Crane NXT Co. and Crane Holdings, with Crane NXT focusing on process flow technologies and advanced technologies.
Core Business Areas
- Process Flow Technologies: This segment provides highly engineered products and systems for fluid handling applications, including valves, pumps, and related equipment. It serves diverse industries, including chemical, pharmaceutical, and oil & gas.
- Advanced Technologies: Focuses on providing banknote authentication, counterfeit detection, and process analytics solutions.
Leadership and Structure
Max Mitchell is the current President and CEO. The company operates with a decentralized organizational structure, empowering individual business units while maintaining central oversight from the corporate headquarters.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Banknote Authentication: Crane NXT's banknote authentication technologies are used by central banks globally to ensure the integrity of currency. Competitors include Giesecke+Devrient and SICPA. Market share is difficult to determine precisely but estimated around 30-40% worldwide.
- Valves: Crane NXT's valves control flow in various industries. Competitors include Emerson Electric, Flowserve, and Pentair. Market share is estimated to be around 5-10% of the global industrial valve market.
- Payment Solutions: Crane Payment Innovations (CPI) is a portfolio of Crane NXT that delivers payment technology solutions. Competitors include Glory Global Solutions and Suzohapp.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The process flow technologies market is driven by infrastructure spending, industrial production, and regulatory requirements. The advanced technologies market is influenced by the increasing demand for security and authentication solutions.
Positioning
Crane NXT Co. is positioned as a leading provider of niche, high-value solutions within its target markets. Its competitive advantage lies in its technological expertise, global presence, and strong customer relationships.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for Crane NXT's combined business segments is estimated to be in the billions of dollars. Crane NXT Co is well-positioned within its target niches to capture further market share.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand reputation
- Global presence
- Technological expertise
- Diverse end markets
- Strong customer relationships
Weaknesses
- Exposure to cyclical industries
- Integration risks from acquisitions
- Dependence on key suppliers
- High R&D expenses
Opportunities
- Expanding into emerging markets
- Developing new products and services
- Acquiring complementary businesses
- Leveraging digital technologies
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Increased competition
- Currency fluctuations
- Geopolitical risks
- Changes in regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- EMR
- FLS
- PNR
- GDVTY
- GLORY.JP
- SICPA
Competitive Landscape
Crane NXT competes effectively in its niche markets due to its strong brand, technological expertise, and global presence. However, it faces competition from larger, more diversified companies.
Major Acquisitions
IDA Ireland
- Year: 2023
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 18
- Strategic Rationale: Supports growing demand for banknote authentication in highly secure environments. Provides a new, secure location for product development and manufacturing capabilities.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth can be seen within Crane Holding's financial history.
Future Projections: Future projections are based on analyst estimates, but it is expecting steady to moderate growth with focus on expansion of payment solutions and banknote authentication.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include restructuring their individual segment's leadership teams to more accurately align with strategy.
Summary
Crane NXT Co is well-positioned in its niche markets, particularly in banknote authentication and process flow technologies. Its strong brand and technological expertise provide a solid foundation for growth. The company faces challenges from cyclical industries and increased competition. Expansion into emerging markets and continued product development are key to its future success. Since it is a fairly new business and with a recent shift in leadership and the company structure, it is important to see how they do in the future.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Analyst reports
- Industry publications
- Company press releases
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change. Market share estimates are approximate.
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 Crane NXT Co
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Waltham, MA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1984-11-01 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Aaron W. Saak | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Specialty Industrial Machinery | Full time employees 4500 | Website https://www.cranenxt.com |
Full time employees 4500 | Website https://www.cranenxt.com | ||
Crane NXT, Co. operates as an industrial technology company that provides technology solutions to secure, detect, and authenticate customers' important assets. The company operates through Crane Payment Innovations, and Security and Authentication Technologies segments. The Crane Payment Innovations segment offers electronic equipment and associated software, as well as advanced automation solutions, processing systems, field service solutions, remote diagnostics, and productivity software solutions. The Security and Authentication Technologies segment provides advanced security solutions based on proprietary technology for securing physical products, including banknotes, consumer goods, and industrial products. This segment also offers brand protection, authentication solutions, and digital content protection across online marketplaces, social media platforms, and websites; and serves various brands, as well as government agencies and financial institutions. Crane NXT, Co. was incorporated in 2021 and is based in Waltham, Massachusetts.
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