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Forum Energy Technologies Inc(FET)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
4-STAR RATING
REGULAR BUY
BUY for 67 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+50.79% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$87.17
10/23/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for FET

10/23/2026: FET (4-star) is a REGULAR-BUY. BUY for 67 days. Simulated Profits (50.79%). Updated daily EoD!

Forum Energy Technologies is a mid-cap provider of specialized equipment and services for the global oil and gas industry. The company is recognized for its portfolio of drilling, production, and subsea tools, which support the full lifecycle of energy projects. Its primary investment story centers on operational efficiency, debt reduction, and a focus on specialized subsea technologies. However, investors face risks from high industry cyclicality, sensitivity to commodity price swings, and stiff competition from larger integrated firms. This stock is best suited for value-oriented investors who can tolerate market volatility, while monitoring company progress on deleveraging and adapting to energy sector 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 limited by the cyclical and mature nature of the traditional oilfield services market.
Momentum investorMixed fitFET can experience momentum during energy price upcycles, conditional on positive industry sentiment.
Value investorStrong fitThe stock often trades at valuations that reflect the cyclical nature and historical volatility of the sector.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not currently offer a dividend, prioritizing debt management over shareholder distributions.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh sensitivity to oil prices and moderate debt levels result in significant equity price volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock price is highly sensitive to fluctuations in global oil and gas prices.
Valuation riskMediumCyclical earnings make it difficult to determine a consistent long-term valuation multiple.
Competition risk (Oilfield equipment)HighCompetition from larger, better-capitalized firms puts pressure on margins and pricing power.
Business qualityMediumBusiness model quality is tied to the replacement cycle and maintenance needs of aging energy infrastructure.
Dividend incomeLow / noneInvestors should not rely on this equity for income generation.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccessful growth depends on managing costs and integrating specialized technologies effectively.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 163.77%
Avg. Invested days 48
Today’s Advisory Regular Buy
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
FET has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+92.9%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 8.1%) are partially offset by slightly negative revenue growth (-3.1%), weak profitability (net margin -1.2%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
FET's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 32.2%). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is FET's strongest growth driver at +92.9% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (-3.1%, slightly negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-23.4%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 86.6% and approximately 86.5% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 6.97% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 8.29%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 5.70%
State Street Corp 5.24%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.06%
Acadian Asset Management LLC 3.96%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
FET generates approximately $277 of gross profit, $24 of operating income, and $81 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Soft margins explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 158.24%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
FET has a liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 935.71M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 91
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 91
Volume (30-day avg) 178.4K shares
Beta 0.68
52 Weeks Range 26.00 - 89.93
Updated Date 10/22/2026
52 Weeks Range 26.00 - 89.93
Updated Date 10/22/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.15

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Drilling & CompletionWell construction tools and stimulation hardware.Revenue is earned from the physical tools needed to drill and finish oil wells.
Production & InfrastructureSeparators, heaters, and tank batteries.This segment sells the equipment needed to process oil and gas at the surface.
Subsea TechnologiesROVs and specialized intervention tools.Money is made from selling and servicing robotic equipment for deepwater operations.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

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Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-29
When After Market
Estimate 1.22
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin -0.19%
Operating Margin (TTM) 9.32%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 2.69%
Return on Equity (TTM) -0.51%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 15.06
Enterprise Value 1.14B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.1
Enterprise Value 1.14B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.1
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.37
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 16.5
Shares Outstanding 11.47M
Shares Floating 9.92M
Shares Outstanding 11.47M
Shares Floating 9.92M
Percent Insiders 6.97
Percent Institutions 86.6

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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