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11/04/2025: FTAIN (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 17.2% | Avg. Invested days 104 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/04/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size ETF | Market Capitalization 0 USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 1.68 | 52 Weeks Range 22.92 - 25.57 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 22.92 - 25.57 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 8.18% | Basic EPS (TTM) -3.47 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 3.74% | Operating Margin (TTM) 31.52% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 10.25% | Return on Equity (TTM) 69.39% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 6143668224 | Price to Sales(TTM) - |
Enterprise Value 6143668224 | Price to Sales(TTM) - | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue - | Enterprise Value to EBITDA - | Shares Outstanding - | Shares Floating 100998150 |
Shares Outstanding - | Shares Floating 100998150 | ||
Percent Insiders - | Percent Institutions 20.21 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Fortress Transportation and Preferred Series C
Company Overview
History and Background
Fortress Transportation and Infrastructure Investors LLC (FTAI) owns and acquires infrastructure and equipment that is essential for transportation and energy. Fortress Transportation and Preferred Series C is a specific series of preferred stock issued by FTAI. Founded to capitalize on infrastructure investment opportunities.
Core Business Areas
- Aviation Leasing: Acquisition and leasing of aircraft and engines. Providing services for asset management and remarketing aviation related equipments.
- Energy: Development and investment in energy infrastructure, including natural gas power plants and related assets.
- Rail: Ownership and operation of rail lines and related infrastructure. Investing in rail related assets.
- Ports & Terminals: Investments in port facilities, and providing handling services.
Leadership and Structure
Joe Adams is the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Fortress Transportation. The company has a traditional hierarchical structure with various departments managing different aspects of their infrastructure investments.FTAIs preferred stock is issued under the authority of FTAIs Board of Directors
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Aircraft Leasing: Leasing commercial aircraft and engines. Market share is dependent on specific asset classes within the broader aviation leasing market. Competitors include AerCap (AER), Air Lease Corporation (AL).
- Energy Infrastructure: Operating natural gas power plants and related infrastructure. Market share depends on specific regional energy markets. Competitors include various utility companies and independent power producers.
- Rail Infrastructure: Operating rail lines and related infrastructure. Market share depends on specific regional rail markets. Competitors include major freight rail operators like Union Pacific (UNP) and CSX (CSX).
- Port and Terminal Infrastructure: Provides port infrastructure and logistical support for trade, the market share is based on the different region and sectors, Maersk and CMA CGM are the competitors
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The transportation and infrastructure sector is characterized by high capital requirements, long-term investments, and regulatory oversight. The energy sector is going through a shift, with an increase in renewable, there is also a global trade and logistics that affects the port and terminal sector.
Positioning
FTAI focuses on acquiring and optimizing essential infrastructure assets. Their competitive advantage lies in their operational expertise and ability to identify undervalued assets.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for infrastructure investments is in the trillions of dollars globally. FTAI targets specific niches within this TAM, such as aviation, energy, and transportation-related assets. The TAM is affected by the economy conditions.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Experienced management team
- Diversified infrastructure portfolio
- Operational expertise
- Ability to source and acquire undervalued assets
Weaknesses
- High debt levels
- Exposure to cyclical industries
- Reliance on external financing
- Complexity of managing diverse infrastructure assets
Opportunities
- Increasing demand for infrastructure investment
- Government infrastructure spending initiatives
- Acquisition opportunities in distressed assets
- Expansion into new infrastructure sectors
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Interest rate increases
- Regulatory changes
- Geopolitical risks
- Environmental regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- AER
- UNP
- CSX
Competitive Landscape
FTAI's competitive advantage lies in its operational expertise and ability to identify undervalued assets. However, it faces competition from larger, more established players with greater financial resources.
Major Acquisitions
Transtech Airport
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 150
- Strategic Rationale: Expand FTAI's portfolio of aircraft engine MRO facilities.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth is reflected in FTAI's overall growth, driven by acquisitions and expansions within its infrastructure portfolio.
Future Projections: Future growth projections are based on infrastructure investment trends and FTAI's ability to capitalize on opportunities in aviation, energy, and transportation.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include acquisitions of new assets, investments in existing infrastructure, and efforts to optimize operations.
Summary
Fortress Transportation exhibits a diversified portfolio and experienced management team, but its high debt levels and cyclical industry exposure present risks. The company's growth depends on infrastructure investment trends and its ability to capitalize on market opportunities, while it must navigate regulatory changes and geopolitical risks. Its competitive edge is in finding undervalued assets, but it competes with larger firms. Overall, the company is moderately strong, with potential for growth if it manages its debt and economic vulnerabilities effectively.
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Sources and Disclaimers
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Disclaimers:
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About Fortress Transportation and Preferred Series C
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters New York, NY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2021-03-18 | Chairman, CEO & Director Mr. Joseph P. Adams Jr. | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Rental & Leasing Services | Full time employees 580 | Website https://www.ftaiaviation.com |
Full time employees 580 | Website https://www.ftaiaviation.com | ||
FTAI Aviation Ltd. owns, acquires, and sells aviation equipment for the transportation of goods and people worldwide. It operates in two segments, Aviation Leasing and Aerospace Products. The Aviation Leasing segment owns, leases, manages, and sells aircraft and aircraft engines. As of December 31, 2024, this segment owned and managed 421 aviation assets consisting of 109 commercial aircraft and 312 engines, including eight aircraft and seventeen engines in Russia. The Aerospace Products segment develops, manufactures, repairs/refurbishes, and sells aircraft engines and aftermarket components for the commercial aircraft engines. It also engages in the offshore energy business, which consists of vessels and equipment that support offshore oil and gas activities and production. The company was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
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