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Global Industrial Co (GIC)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: GIC (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
1 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $38
1 Year Target Price $38
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 43.86% | Avg. Invested days 64 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.45B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 22 | 1Y Target Price 38 |
Price to earnings Ratio 22 | 1Y Target Price 38 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 0.78 | 52 Weeks Range 20.43 - 37.90 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 20.43 - 37.90 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.70% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.7 |
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 - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 5% | Operating Margin (TTM) 9.33% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 9.79% | Return on Equity (TTM) 22.93% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 22 | Forward PE 25.64 | Enterprise Value 1487099343 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.09 |
Enterprise Value 1487099343 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.09 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.12 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.57 | Shares Outstanding 38374300 | Shares Floating 12904131 |
Shares Outstanding 38374300 | Shares Floating 12904131 | ||
Percent Insiders 52.8 | Percent Institutions 35.49 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Global Industrial Co
Company Overview
History and Background
Global Industrial Co., founded in 1949 as a distributor of materials handling equipment, has evolved into a leading industrial distributor. It became a public company in 1987 and has grown through organic expansion and acquisitions.
Core Business Areas
- E-Commerce: Online sales channel offering a wide range of industrial and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) products.
- Direct Sales: Sales representatives cater to larger accounts and provide customized solutions.
- Private Label: Offers a range of its own branded products at a competitive price point
Leadership and Structure
Barry Litwin serves as Chief Executive Officer. The company has a typical corporate structure with functional departments such as sales, marketing, finance, and operations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Material Handling Equipment: Includes pallet jacks, shelving, and other products for moving and storing materials. Market share data is not precisely available but constitutes a significant portion of revenue within the MRO sector. Competitors include Grainger, MSC Industrial Direct, and Fastenal.
- Storage Solutions: Includes lockers, cabinets, and other storage products. Market share data is not precisely available but constitutes a significant portion of revenue within the MRO sector. Competitors include Grainger, MSC Industrial Direct, and Fastenal.
- Safety Supplies: Includes personal protective equipment (PPE), safety signage, and other safety-related products. Market share data is not precisely available but constitutes a significant portion of revenue within the MRO sector. Competitors include Grainger, MSC Industrial Direct, and Fastenal.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The industrial distribution industry is fragmented and competitive, with a mix of large national players and smaller regional distributors. E-commerce is increasingly important.
Positioning
Global Industrial Co. positions itself as a one-stop shop for industrial and MRO products, offering a wide selection and competitive pricing.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The North American MRO market is estimated to be hundreds of billions of dollars. Global Industrial Co. is well-positioned to capture a portion of this TAM through its e-commerce platform and direct sales force.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Wide product selection
- Strong e-commerce platform
- Established brand reputation
- Efficient distribution network
Weaknesses
- Susceptibility to economic cycles
- Reliance on suppliers
- Highly Competitive market
- Price pressures
Opportunities
- Expanding product offerings
- Increasing e-commerce penetration
- Acquiring smaller competitors
- Entering new geographic markets
Threats
- Increased competition from online retailers
- Economic downturns
- Supply chain disruptions
- Changing customer preferences
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- W.W. Grainger (GWW)
- Fastenal (FAST)
- MSC Industrial Direct (MSM)
Competitive Landscape
Global Industrial Co. competes with larger national distributors and smaller regional players. Its competitive advantages include its wide product selection, strong e-commerce platform, and established brand reputation. A disadvantage is competition with larger players who have deeper pockets.
Major Acquisitions
Durham Manufacturing
- Year: 2023
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 80
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded product offerings in metal storage solutions.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Global Industrial Co. has grown steadily over the past several years through organic expansion and acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analyst projections vary but generally expect continued growth in revenue and earnings, driven by e-commerce and strategic initiatives.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding product offerings, improving the e-commerce platform, and optimizing the supply chain.
Summary
Global Industrial Co. is a stable industrial distributor with a robust e-commerce platform. It operates in a competitive market and faces economic headwinds. The company has the oppurtunity to capitalize on market expansion to increase its financials. Its ability to navigate the industry and supply chain could determine its market position.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Reports
- Company Website
Disclaimers:
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AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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About Global Industrial Co
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Port Washington, NY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1995-06-26 | CEO & Director Ms. Anesa T. Chaibi | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Industrial Distribution | Full time employees 1845 | Website https://www.globalindustrial.com |
Full time employees 1845 | Website https://www.globalindustrial.com | ||
Global Industrial Company, through its subsidiaries, operates as an industrial distributor of various industrial and maintenance, repair, and operation (MRO) products in the United States and Canada. The company offers storage and shelving products, safety and security products, carts and trucks, HVAC and fans, furniture and decor, material handling products, janitorial and facility maintenance products, workbenches and shop desks, tools and instruments, plumbing and pumps, office and school supplies, packaging and shipping products, lighting and electrical products, foodservice and retail products, medical and laboratory products, motors and power transmission products, building supplies, machining products, fasteners and hardware, vehicle maintenance products, and raw materials. It distributes its industrial and MRO products under the Global, GlobalIndustrial.com, Nexel, Paramount, Interion, and Absocold brands. The company serves for-profit and not-for-profit businesses; state, local, and private educational organizations; and government entities, including federal, state, and local municipalities through relationship marketers, e-commerce sites, and catalogs. The company was formerly known as Systemax Inc and changed its name to Global Industrial Company in June 2021. Global Industrial Company was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Port Washington, New York.
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