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Flex Ltd(FLEX)
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Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for FLEX
10/28/2026: FLEX (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Flex Ltd is a global leader in electronics manufacturing services, helping major brands design and build complex hardware across automotive, industrial, and technology sectors. Its primary strengths lie in its massive scale, diverse manufacturing capabilities, and ability to manage complex supply chains. The core investment opportunity centers on the company’s role in accelerating market shifts, such as electric vehicle adoption and cloud data infrastructure. However, investors should monitor risks related to thin profit margins, sensitivity to macroeconomic cycles, and intense competition. Flex serves as a solid choice for value-oriented investors who prefer an established industrial player, provided they accept the lack of dividend income.
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 | Flex is a mature player where growth is driven by incremental market share in key verticals rather than rapid expansion. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The stock can experience strong price momentum during periods of increased industrial and technology outsourcing demand. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | Flex often trades at modest price-to-earnings multiples, making it attractive for value-oriented portfolios. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not pay a cash dividend, making it unsuitable for income-focused investors. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | While established, the company is subject to the cyclicality of the manufacturing and tech sectors. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium | The stock is susceptible to broader industrial and tech sector sentiment. |
| Valuation risk | Low | The stock typically trades at valuation levels that do not reflect extreme growth expectations. |
| Competition risk (EMS market) | Medium / high | Intense competition from peers like Jabil puts constant pressure on margins. |
| Business quality | Medium | Flex is a well-run organization, though it operates in a capital-intensive, low-margin industry. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | Investors receive no direct income from dividends. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Success relies on managing complex global supply chains and customer demand cycles. |
Price Behavior

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

Extreme Price Shocks
The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 166.93% | Avg. Invested days 40 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating ![]() | Upturn Advisory Performance | Stock Returns Performance |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 30.79B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 32.18 | 1Y Target Price 155.9 |
Price to earnings Ratio 32.18 | 1Y Target Price 155.9 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 5.0M shares | Beta 1.66 | 52 Weeks Range 53.07 - 166.86 | Updated Date 10/28/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 53.07 - 166.86 | Updated Date 10/28/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.59 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Reliability Solutions | Automotive, industrial, and medical electronics manufacturing. | This is the company's focus on long-term, high-value manufacturing contracts. |
| Agility Solutions | Communications, cloud, and consumer device electronics. | This area handles faster-moving consumer and cloud technology production. |
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 2026-10-28 | When Before Market | Estimate 0.97 | Actual 1.18 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 3.33% | Operating Margin (TTM) 4.97% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4.42% | Return on Equity (TTM) 18.38% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 32.18 | Forward PE 16.56 | Enterprise Value 31.53B | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.05 |
Enterprise Value 31.53B | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.05 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.08 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.32 | Shares Outstanding 369.46M | Shares Floating 366.61M |
Shares Outstanding 369.46M | Shares Floating 366.61M | ||
Percent Insiders 0.6 | Percent Institutions 96.42 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
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.

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