Grid Dynamics Holdings Inc logo

Grid Dynamics Holdings Inc(GDYN)

upturn advisory logo
EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
4-STAR RATING
STRONG BUY
BUY for 75 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+91.73% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$13.21
11/13/2026
(24-hour delay)

Advisory History & Simulated Performance *

*as per simulation (see disclosures)
  • ALL
  • 1Y
  • 1M
  • 1W
  • BUY Advisory
  • SELL Advisory (Profit)
  • SELL Advisory (Loss)
  • Profit
  • Loss
  • PASS (Skip)
Upturn Stock price based on last close iconStock price based on last close
Simulated performance—not actual client returns. Excludes advisory subscription fees, trading commissions, and taxes, which would reduce returns. Results depend on calculation assumptions and do not guarantee future outcomes. See Disclosures for full methodology, assumptions, and limitations.

Advisory Performance History (Simulated)Advisory Performance History info

Simulated performance—not actual client returns. Excludes advisory subscription fees, trading commissions, and taxes, which would reduce returns. Results depend on calculation assumptions and do not guarantee future outcomes. See Disclosures for full methodology, assumptions, and limitations.

Upturn Advisory & Investor View for GDYN

11/13/2026: GDYN (4-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 75 days. Simulated Profits (91.73%). Updated daily EoD!

Grid Dynamics Holdings is an IT services company that specializes in digital transformation, software engineering, and AI integration for large enterprise clients. The firm is recognized for its agile, engineering-first approach, which allows it to compete effectively against larger, more traditional consultancies in high-growth sectors. Its primary growth opportunity lies in the widespread corporate adoption of generative AI and cloud migration. However, investors must weigh these benefits against risks, including significant client concentration and intense competition from major global players. Grid Dynamics remains a growth-oriented stock; as it currently pays no dividend, it is best suited for investors comfortable with the volatility inherent in small-cap IT services firms.

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 operates in the high-growth digital transformation and AI consulting space.
Momentum investorMixed fitPerformance is highly dependent on market sentiment regarding IT spending; positive upturn signals are required for conviction.
Value investorWeak fitThe stock often trades at premiums reflective of growth expectations rather than current cash flow yield.
Dividend investorWeak fitGrid Dynamics does not pay a dividend as it retains capital for growth.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh volatility associated with growth stocks and client concentration risks makes this unsuitable for low-risk portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighAs a small-cap growth stock, GDYN is subject to significant price swings based on earnings reports and market trends.
Valuation riskMedium / highThe stock price relies on continued growth assumptions which, if missed, can lead to sharp valuation compression.
Competition risk (AI and digital consulting)HighIntense pressure from global giants like Accenture threatens market share and pricing power.
Business qualityMediumWhile the firm has strong technical capabilities, its reliance on specific clients limits franchise quality compared to larger peers.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThe company does not provide income through dividends.
Execution riskMediumScaling technical talent and managing complex multi-year projects effectively is essential to maintaining profitability.

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 1.08B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 148.67
1Y Target Price 13
Price to earnings Ratio 148.67
1Y Target Price 13
Volume (30-day avg) 1.6M shares
Beta 0.94
52 Weeks Range 5.11 - 14.14
Updated Date 11/13/2026
52 Weeks Range 5.11 - 14.14
Updated Date 11/13/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.09

Sector & Industry Intelligence

Sector

Technology

Caution
Sentiment
Near Bearish
Momentum
Rapid Breadth Deterioration
BUY participation
30.1%
Active BUY / eligible
37 / 123
30-Day BUY Count Change
-42
Market state
Weak Bullish / Near Bearish

BUY participation is falling rapidly, suggesting elevated market vulnerability.

Industry

Information Technology Services

BUY participation
75.0%
Active BUY / eligible
3 / 4
30-Day BUY Count Change
+1

Eligible universe: 4 stocks.

Sector signal summarizes BUY breadth conditions for the sector. It does not override this stock’s BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory.

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 172.7%
Avg. Invested days 50
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
Upturn Advisory Rating upturn star rating icon
Upturn Advisory Performance Upturn Advisory Performance icon 3.0
Stock Returns Performance Upturn Returns Performance icon 5.0
Upturn Profits based on simulation icon Profits based on simulation
Upturn last close icon Last Close 11/13/2026

Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
GDYN receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
GDYN has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+139.2%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 6.1%) are partially offset by soft profitability (net margin 2.3%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
GDYN's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 63.2%). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is GDYN's strongest growth driver at +139.2% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+17.5%, solid) and free-cash-flow growth (+37.1%, strong) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 80.1% and approximately 68.8% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 23.82% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 8.31%
Alyeska Investment Group, L.P. 7.55%
T. Rowe Price Investment Management,Inc. 4.62%
BAMCO Inc 3.73%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.49%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
GDYN generates approximately $346 of gross profit, $-4 of operating income, and $61 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Operating losses explain the 2-star rating, with solid cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 38.42%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
GDYN has a liquid profile. Valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Momentum LeaderSmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Project-based Professional ServicesTime and materials or fixed-price contracts for engineering and consulting.Revenue is earned based on the expertise and hours billed by their software engineers and consultants.
Geography (Global)Operations across North America, Europe, and India.International delivery centers help manage labor costs but introduce cross-border operational risks.

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 2026-10-29
When After Market
Estimate 0.05
Actual 0.12

Profitability

Profit Margin 1.81%
Operating Margin (TTM) 3.76%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 1.67%
Return on Equity (TTM) 1.48%

Valuation

Trailing PE 148.67
Forward PE 131.58
Enterprise Value 822.81M
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.49
Enterprise Value 822.81M
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.49
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.9
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 23.88
Shares Outstanding 80.37M
Shares Floating 55.28M
Shares Outstanding 80.37M
Shares Floating 55.28M
Percent Insiders 23.82
Percent Institutions 80.06

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.

Form CRS provides a relationship summary of our automated advisory services, flat subscription fees, and conflicts of interest. Form ADV Part 2A brochure contains complete details on services, billing, and disclosures. If any summary differs from our current regulatory filings, the filed Form ADV controls.