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Gorman-Rupp Company(GRC)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
2-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$69.66
11/13/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for GRC

11/13/2026: GRC (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Gorman-Rupp Company is a long-standing industrial manufacturer specializing in pumps and fluid-handling systems, recognized for its conservative financial management and reliable dividend history. The company has a leading position in niche municipal and industrial pump markets, and it has recently broadened its reach into the fuel and chemical sectors through the Fill-Rite acquisition. Its primary growth opportunity lies in secular demand for water infrastructure upgrades and potential service-based revenue models. Key risks include exposure to cyclical industrial trends, reliance on the North American market, and intense competition from larger industrial peers. It is well-suited for income-focused and risk-averse investors who prioritize long-term stability over short-term growth.

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 investorMixed fitThe company offers steady, long-term growth consistent with industrial demand rather than explosive expansion.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock tends to trade based on long-term fundamentals rather than short-term price momentum.
Value investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe company's focus on operational discipline often makes it attractive to those seeking stable industrial value.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company is a long-standing dividend grower, making it a reliable choice for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorStrong fitThe company's conservative balance sheet and consistent business model appeal to risk-averse investors.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityLowThe stock is generally less volatile than the broader industrial sector due to its stable dividend profile.
Valuation riskMediumAs a stable, dividend-paying company, the stock can be sensitive to interest rate changes affecting yield-seeking capital.
Competition riskMedium / highGlobal conglomerates with greater scale can challenge Gorman-Rupp on pricing and distribution.
Business qualityStrongThe company is known for high manufacturing quality and a strong competitive moat in specialized pump applications.
Dividend incomeLowThe company has a long, established track record of maintaining and increasing its dividend payout.
Execution riskMediumSuccessfully integrating large acquisitions like Fill-Rite is critical to long-term growth and margin health.

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 1.85B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 25.04
1Y Target Price 84.33
Price to earnings Ratio 25.04
1Y Target Price 84.33
Volume (30-day avg) 151.6K shares
Beta 1.28
52 Weeks Range 41.86 - 92.30
Updated Date 11/13/2026
52 Weeks Range 41.86 - 92.30
Updated Date 11/13/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.08%
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.8

Sector & Industry Intelligence

Sector

Industrials

Constructive
Sentiment
Bullish
Momentum
BUY Breadth Improving
BUY participation
39.5%
Active BUY / eligible
30 / 76
30-Day BUY Count Change
+12
Market state
Bullish

More qualifying stocks are receiving or maintaining BUY advisories, indicating improving market participation.

Industry

Specialty Industrial Machinery

BUY participation
50.0%
Active BUY / eligible
3 / 6
30-Day BUY Count Change
-2

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

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 45.24%
Avg. Invested days 51
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
GRC has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+32.2%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 13.0%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+3.4%), soft profitability (net margin 7.8%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
GRC's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (13.0% of revenue). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is GRC's strongest growth driver at +60.1% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, earnings growth (+32.2%, solid) is also solid, while revenue growth (+3.4%, moderate) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 68.7% and approximately 78.8% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 21.08% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 6.81%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 4.14%
Mechanics Financial Corp 3.81%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 3.76%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.53%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
GRC generates approximately $306 of gross profit, $140 of operating income, and $130 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 moderate.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 23.35%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
GRC has a high-quality, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Quality TiltHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Water and WastewaterInfrastructure pumps and control systems for municipal water management.This is a stable, utility-like revenue driver linked to essential municipal infrastructure.
Industrial and ConstructionSpecialized pumps for industrial processing and dewatering.This segment is more cyclical and sensitive to broader economic and construction activity.

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-23
When Before Market
Estimate 0.67
Actual 0.86

Profitability

Profit Margin 10.21%
Operating Margin (TTM) 15.95%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 8.24%
Return on Equity (TTM) 17.02%

Valuation

Trailing PE 25.04
Forward PE 22.42
Enterprise Value 2.04B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.56
Enterprise Value 2.04B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.56
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.84
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.32
Shares Outstanding 26.41M
Shares Floating 20.80M
Shares Outstanding 26.41M
Shares Floating 20.80M
Percent Insiders 21.08
Percent Institutions 68.71

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)

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🧱 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)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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