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Geospace Technologies Corporation (GEOS)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/20/2025: GEOS (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 59 days. Simulated Profits (40.95%). Updated daily EoD!
Upturn Star Rating
Moderate Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, typically align with the market average, offering steady but unremarkable returns.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 127.26% | Avg. Invested days 41 | Today’s Advisory Strong Buy |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/20/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 203.50M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 17.25 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 17.25 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.17 | 52 Weeks Range 5.51 - 18.99 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 5.51 - 18.99 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -1.24 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -14.03% | Operating Margin (TTM) -57.04% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -0.37% | Return on Equity (TTM) -11.88% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 184138502 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.75 |
Enterprise Value 184138502 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.75 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.58 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 3.68 | Shares Outstanding 12807000 | Shares Floating 11745384 |
Shares Outstanding 12807000 | Shares Floating 11745384 | ||
Percent Insiders 8.24 | Percent Institutions 65.02 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Geospace Technologies Corporation
Company Overview
History and Background
Geospace Technologies Corporation was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas. It originally focused on manufacturing geophysical equipment for the oil and gas industry and has since expanded into adjacent markets such as industrial sensing and security.
Core Business Areas
- Seismic: Designs and manufactures seismic sensors, data acquisition systems, and processing equipment used in oil and gas exploration.
- Adjacent Markets: Provides products and services for industrial sensing, security, and other non-oil and gas applications.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team consists of Walter R. Wheeler, President & CEO. The company operates with a functional organizational structure with departments for sales, engineering, manufacturing, and finance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Seismic Sensors: Geophones and underwater acoustic sensors used to detect subsurface geological structures. The seismic sensor market is competitive with players like Sercel and ION Geophysical. Revenue fluctuates with oil and gas exploration activity.
- Wireless Seismic Data Acquisition Systems: Systems used to wirelessly transmit seismic data from sensors to central recording units. This market includes Sercel and FairfieldNodal. Revenue is highly project dependent.
- Industrial Products: Includes cable and cable connectivity for diverse industrial customers and applications. This market includes TE Connectivity and Amphenol. Growth in this sector is tied to broader industrial manufacturing trends.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The geophysical services industry is cyclical and closely tied to oil and gas exploration and production spending. Demand is also influenced by technological advancements in seismic imaging.
Positioning
Geospace Technologies is a smaller player compared to its main competitors like Sercel and ION Geophysical. It has a reputation for reliable products and specialized solutions.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global seismic equipment and services market is estimated in the billions of dollars. Geospace's TAM is directly linked to exploration budgets and technology adoption rates.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong reputation for quality and reliability
- Experienced engineering team
- Presence in niche markets
- Diversification into Adjacent Markets
Weaknesses
- Smaller market share compared to competitors
- High dependence on oil and gas industry
- Volatile revenue stream
- Limited financial resources relative to larger competitors
Opportunities
- Growth in international markets
- Expansion of industrial sensing applications
- Adoption of new seismic technologies
- Increased demand for security applications
Threats
- Decline in oil and gas exploration activity
- Competition from larger players
- Technological obsolescence
- Economic downturns
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- CGG (CGG)
- ION Geophysical (IO)
- Halliburton (HAL)
Competitive Landscape
Geospace operates in a competitive market against larger companies. Its advantages include specialized solutions and a reputation for quality. Disadvantages include limited resources.
Major Acquisitions
Quantum Technology Sciences, Inc.
- Year: 2020
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 15.8
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Geospace's offerings in security and surveillance.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth is tied to oil and gas cycles. Adjacent markets are targeted for diversification and growth.
Future Projections: Analyst projections vary. Refer to financial analysts for estimated future growth rates.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives may include new product development in seismic and industrial sensing, geographic expansion, and cost reduction programs.
Summary
Geospace Technologies is a company influenced by the cyclical nature of the oil and gas industry. Its strengths lie in niche markets and specialized product development, while its weakness is its smaller size compared to its main competitors. Diversifying to adjacent markets and adapting to technology changes are important for its future success, while being affected by the price volatility of the oil and gas industry.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Financial News Outlets
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions can change, and actual results may vary.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Geospace Technologies Corporation
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Houston, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1997-11-20 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Richard James Kelley | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas Equipment & Services | Full time employees 450 | Website https://www.geospace.com |
Full time employees 450 | Website https://www.geospace.com | ||
Geospace Technologies Corporation designs and manufactures instruments and equipment used in the oil and gas industry to acquire seismic data in order to locate, characterize, and monitor hydrocarbon producing reservoirs. The company operates through three segments: Oil and Gas Markets, Adjacent Markets, and Emerging Markets. The Oil and Gas Markets segment offers wireless seismic data acquisition systems and reservoir characterization products and services, as well as traditional seismic exploration products, such as geophones, hydrophones, leader wires, connectors, cables, marine streamer retrieval and steering devices, and other seismic products. The Adjacent Markets segment provides industrial products, including imaging equipment, water meter products, remote shut-off valves, and Internet of Things platform, as well as seismic sensors for vibration monitoring and geotechnical applications, such as mine safety and earthquake detection applications; and electronic pre-press products that employ direct thermal imaging, direct-to-screen printing systems, and digital inkjet printing technologies targeted at the commercial and industrial graphics, textile, and flexographic printing industries. The Emerging Markets segment designs and sells products used for border and perimeter security surveillance, cross-border tunneling detection, and other products targeted at movement monitoring, intrusion detection, and situational awareness. This segment serves various agencies of the United States government, including the Department of Defense, Department of Energy, Department of Homeland Security, and other agencies, as well as energy companies. The company operates in Asia, Canada, Europe, Mexico, South America, the United States, and internationally. Geospace Technologies Corporation was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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