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Fortis Inc(FTS)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
2-STAR RATING
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BUY for 4 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+2.79% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$57.53
10/26/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for FTS

10/26/2026: FTS (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Fortis Inc is a major North American regulated utility company known for its stable, low-risk business model and consistent dividend growth. By focusing on essential electric and gas infrastructure, it generates reliable cash flows that support over 50 years of annual dividend increases. Its primary growth story revolves around long-term investments in grid modernization and the ongoing electrification of the energy sector. However, the company faces risks from high capital expenditure needs, regulatory rate pressure, and interest rate sensitivity. It is a suitable investment for conservative, income-focused investors who value predictability, though those seeking high capital appreciation may find its steady, utility-driven growth profile less attractive.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorWeak fitUtility growth is generally steady and predictable rather than exponential.
Momentum investorWeak fitThis stock is a defensive play and rarely exhibits the high-volatility price momentum sought by this style.
Value investorMixed fitValuation is often tied closely to interest rate environments and regulated returns.
Dividend investorStrong fitWith over 50 years of dividend growth, it is a hallmark holding for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorStrong fitThe regulated nature of the business provides low beta and high earnings visibility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityLowUtilities generally move less than the broader market.
Valuation riskMediumHigher interest rates can compress valuation multiples for yield-sensitive stocks.
Competition riskLowRegulated franchises create high barriers to entry.
Business qualityStrongThe business model is highly resilient with essential service demand.
Dividend incomeStrongThe long track record of increases signals high commitment to payout.
Execution riskMediumLarge-scale infrastructure projects can face delays or cost overruns.

Price Behavior

Flat / Range-Bound
PRICE PATH

Flat / Range-Bound

The stock price has been trading within a narrow range with minimal directional movement.

Very Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Very Smooth

The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 25.71%
Avg. Invested days 56
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
FTS receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid quantitative characteristics. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
FTS has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, moderate earnings growth (+7.1%) and solid profitability (net margin 14.8%) are partially offset by weak cash generation (FCF margin -17.8%), moderate revenue growth (+5.8%), very low insider ownership of 0.20%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
FTS's financial health is supported by solid profitability, including gross margin of 72.3% and operating margin of 28.7%. Liquidity is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is FTS's strongest growth driver at +7.1% FY2025 versus FY2024 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while free-cash-flow growth (-62.6%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 57.7% and approximately 99.7% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.20%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Royal Bank of Canada 6.78%
Bank of Montreal 4.82%
BMO Capital Markets Corp. 4.82%
Fidelity International Ltd 3.47%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.01%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
FTS generates approximately $723 of gross profit, $287 of operating income, and $-178 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Weak margins and weak cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is soft.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 16.69%

Quantitative Style Profile

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

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 29.61B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 23.56
1Y Target Price 53
Price to earnings Ratio 23.56
1Y Target Price 53
Volume (30-day avg) 918.3K shares
Beta 0.41
52 Weeks Range 47.96 - 58.91
Updated Date 10/25/2026
52 Weeks Range 47.96 - 58.91
Updated Date 10/25/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 4.38%
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.46

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Regulated UtilitiesRates charged for delivering electricity and gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers.The company collects recurring fees for basic services, providing reliable revenue regardless of economic cycles.
GeographyOperations spanning Canada, various U.S. states, and the Caribbean.Geographic diversification helps mitigate the impact of localized regulatory changes or climate events.

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 2026-11-03
When Before Market
Estimate 0.65
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 14.69%
Operating Margin (TTM) 28.32%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 2.96%
Return on Equity (TTM) 7.47%

Valuation

Trailing PE 23.56
Forward PE 19.46
Enterprise Value 54.65B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.4
Enterprise Value 54.65B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.4
Enterprise Value to Revenue 6.16
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.78
Shares Outstanding 510.90M
Shares Floating 509.58M
Shares Outstanding 510.90M
Shares Floating 509.58M
Percent Insiders 0.2
Percent Institutions 57.68

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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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)

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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)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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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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