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GigaCloud Technology Inc Class A Ordinary Shares(GCT)

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EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
3-STAR RATING
REGULAR BUY
BUY for 79 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+52.12% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$58.37
11/06/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for GCT

11/06/2026: GCT (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 79 days. Simulated Profits (52.12%). Updated daily EoD!

GigaCloud Technology is a B2B e-commerce and logistics provider that bridges Asian manufacturers with Western resellers, specifically in the large-parcel goods market. The company’s primary strength lies in its proprietary marketplace integrated with an end-to-end logistics infrastructure, which provides a significant barrier to entry for smaller competitors. Growth is currently driven by the expansion of its warehouse footprint into Europe and continued adoption of its digital platform. However, the company faces material risks from geopolitical trade policies, shipping costs, and intense competition from major retail giants. GigaCloud may suit growth-oriented investors, while developments in international trade regulations and warehouse utilization metrics should be closely monitored.

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 styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitThe company is currently in a high-growth phase, rapidly expanding its platform and logistics capacity.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock often exhibits strong price trends tied to growth announcements and earnings surprises.
Value investorMixed fitValuation is often tied to growth projections, which can be difficult to assess in volatile markets.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not pay dividends and prioritizes capital reinvestment.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe stock's volatility and exposure to geopolitical trade risks make it unsuitable for low-risk portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock is susceptible to significant swings based on quarterly results and trade sentiment.
Valuation riskMedium / highHigh growth expectations can lead to rapid price corrections if targets are missed.
Competition risk (logistics and e-commerce)HighGigaCloud competes with much larger, better-capitalized incumbents like Amazon and Alibaba.
Business qualityMediumWhile the platform model is scalable, operational dependence on international trade carries inherent risks.
Dividend incomeLow / noneInvestors should not rely on GCT for income generation.
Execution riskMediumScaling logistics infrastructure globally is complex and prone to operational hurdles.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

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

Extreme Price Shocks
PRICE STABILITY

Extreme Price Shocks

The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 192.9%
Avg. Invested days 39
Today’s Advisory Regular Buy
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Upturn Advisory Performance Upturn Advisory Performance icon 3.0
Stock Returns Performance Upturn Returns Performance icon 5.0
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
GCT receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
GCT has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, moderate earnings growth (+9.2%) supports the fundamentals score.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
GCT's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (14.2% of revenue). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is GCT's strongest growth driver at +28.2% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). Revenue growth (+11.1%, solid) and earnings growth (+9.2%, moderate) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 91.9% and approximately 93.2% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 5.87% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

FMR Inc 12.47%
BlackRock Inc 6.14%
LSV Asset Management 3.95%
Kayne Anderson Rudnick Investment Management LLC 3.45%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 2.75%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
GCT generates approximately $233 of gross profit, $112 of operating income, and $142 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Moderate margins and solid cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is strong.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 14.78%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
GCT has a high-quality, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

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

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 2.08B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 12.61
1Y Target Price 69.67
Price to earnings Ratio 12.61
1Y Target Price 69.67
Volume (30-day avg) 664.2K shares
Beta 1.61
52 Weeks Range 28.80 - 67.18
Updated Date 11/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 28.80 - 67.18
Updated Date 11/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 4.63

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
GigaCloud MarketplaceService fees and commissions from transactions on the B2B platform.They make money when businesses use their site to trade goods.
Logistics ServicesWarehouse storage, shipping, and fulfillment fees.They charge fees for storing and moving goods through their warehouses.

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 2026-11-05
When Before Market
Estimate 1.14
Actual 1.41

Profitability

Profit Margin 10.89%
Operating Margin (TTM) 13.96%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 9.84%
Return on Equity (TTM) 33.08%

Valuation

Trailing PE 12.61
Forward PE 10.02
Enterprise Value 2.14B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.34
Enterprise Value 2.14B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.34
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.37
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.13
Shares Outstanding 29.17M
Shares Floating 27.19M
Shares Outstanding 29.17M
Shares Floating 27.19M
Percent Insiders 5.87
Percent Institutions 91.94

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)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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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)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ 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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