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Evolv Technologies Holdings Inc (EVLV)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/16/2025: EVLV (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
4 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $9.5
1 Year Target Price $9.5
| 3 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -25.41% | Avg. Invested days 31 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/16/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.45B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 9.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 9.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 4 | Beta 1.71 | 52 Weeks Range 2.04 - 8.91 | Updated Date 09/16/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 2.04 - 8.91 | Updated Date 09/16/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.55 |
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 - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -73.04% | Operating Margin (TTM) -32.82% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -14% | Return on Equity (TTM) -71.94% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 1483093250 | Price to Sales(TTM) 11.97 |
Enterprise Value 1483093250 | Price to Sales(TTM) 11.97 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 12.26 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -5.06 | Shares Outstanding 171891008 | Shares Floating 148055277 |
Shares Outstanding 171891008 | Shares Floating 148055277 | ||
Percent Insiders 16.01 | Percent Institutions 56 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Evolv Technologies Holdings Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Evolv Technology was founded in 2013, focusing on developing advanced security screening technology. It went public via a SPAC merger in 2021.
Core Business Areas
- Evolv Express: AI-based touchless security screening systems designed for high-volume venues and workplaces. It's designed to detect weapons and other prohibited items without requiring individuals to remove personal belongings. Hardware, software and support services make up the business model.
Leadership and Structure
Peter George (CEO), Mark Donohue (CFO). The company operates with a functional organizational structure with departments for sales, marketing, engineering, and operations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Evolv Express: AI-powered weapons detection system used in schools, stadiums, hospitals, and other public venues. Market share is estimated around 25-30% of the weapons detection market. Competitors include Liberty Defense, Patriot One Technologies, and traditional metal detector companies.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The security screening market is growing, driven by increased security concerns and technological advancements in AI and sensor technology.
Positioning
Evolv is positioned as an innovator in touchless security screening, focusing on high throughput and reduced invasiveness compared to traditional metal detectors. Evolv provides layered security and integrates with a customer's existing security protocols.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for security screening is estimated to be in the billions of dollars. Evolv is focused on capturing a significant share of this market through technological superiority and strategic partnerships. Expected TAM: $20 Billion.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Innovative AI-powered technology
- Touchless screening process enhances user experience
- High throughput capacity
- Strong recurring revenue model
- Established customer base
Weaknesses
- High initial investment costs for customers
- Accuracy concerns leading to false alarms.
- Dependence on AI algorithms that can be sensitive to environmental conditions.
- Limited track record as a public company.
Opportunities
- Expansion into new markets (e.g., international)
- Development of new applications for its technology
- Partnerships with security service providers
- Increasing government regulations mandating enhanced security screening
- Integration with other security technologies.
Threats
- Competition from established security companies
- Technological advancements by competitors
- Negative publicity due to false alarms or security breaches
- Economic downturn affecting security spending
- Erosion of public trust in AI technology.
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- LDSI
- OTCQB:PAOTF
- SWIR
Competitive Landscape
Evolv's competitive advantage lies in its AI-powered technology and touchless screening process. However, it faces competition from larger, more established security companies.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Evolv has demonstrated revenue growth in recent years, driven by increasing adoption of its security screening systems.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates suggest continued revenue growth for Evolv, driven by expansion into new markets and increased adoption of its technology. Future revenue projection: [250000000,300000000]
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding partnerships, developing new product features, and increasing sales and marketing efforts.
Summary
Evolv Technologies is an innovative security screening company with strong growth potential in a growing market. Its AI-powered technology provides a competitive advantage, but it faces challenges from established players and accuracy concerns. The company needs to continue to innovate and address accuracy concerns to maintain its growth trajectory. Financial stability and cash management is crucial for a company with negative margins.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
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- Company SEC filings
- Analyst reports
- Industry publications
Disclaimers:
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About Evolv Technologies Holdings Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Waltham, MA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2020-09-22 | President, CEO & Executive Director Mr. John Kedzierski | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Security & Protection Services | Full time employees 287 | Website https://evolv.com |
Full time employees 287 | Website https://evolv.com | ||
Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc. provides artificial intelligence (AI)-based weapons detection for security screening in the United States and internationally. Its flagship product is the Evolv Express, an AI-based concealed weapons detection system designed to detect firearms, improvised explosive devices, and tactical knives. The company also offers Evolv Insights Analytics Application that provides self-serve access, insights regarding visitor flow and arrival curves, location specific performance, system detection performance, and alarm statistics; and Evolv eXpedite, an autonomous AI-based weapons detection system to detect concealed weapons in bags. It serves education, healthcare, professional sports, performing arts and entertainment venues, tourist destinations and cultural attractions, large industrial workplaces, and houses of worship industries. Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc. was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts.
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