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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/17/2025: GRC (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
1 Year Target Price $53
1 Year Target Price $53
1 | Strong Buy |
0 | Buy |
0 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 23.18% | Avg. Invested days 50 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.14B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 21.99 | 1Y Target Price 53 |
Price to earnings Ratio 21.99 | 1Y Target Price 53 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 1.22 | 52 Weeks Range 30.59 - 44.56 | Updated Date 09/17/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 30.59 - 44.56 | Updated Date 09/17/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.70% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.97 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 7.69% | Operating Margin (TTM) 14.76% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 6.57% | Return on Equity (TTM) 13.7% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 21.99 | Forward PE 18.69 | Enterprise Value 1450214443 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.69 |
Enterprise Value 1450214443 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.69 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.15 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.08 | Shares Outstanding 26312800 | Shares Floating 20760569 |
Shares Outstanding 26312800 | Shares Floating 20760569 | ||
Percent Insiders 21.03 | Percent Institutions 63.22 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Gorman-Rupp Company
Company Overview
History and Background
The Gorman-Rupp Company was founded in 1933 in Mansfield, Ohio, specializing in the design, manufacture, and sale of pumps and pumping systems. It has grown from a regional player to a global provider with a reputation for reliability and innovation in fluid-handling solutions.
Core Business Areas
- Water: Manufactures and sells pumps used in water and wastewater applications, including centrifugal pumps, submersible pumps, and self-priming pumps.
- Industrial: Provides pumps for various industrial processes, such as chemical processing, food and beverage production, and mining.
- Fire Protection: Offers fire suppression pumps and systems.
- Construction: Supplies pumps for dewatering, trash handling, and general construction site applications.
Leadership and Structure
Jeffrey S. Gorman is the current Chairman, President, and CEO. The company operates with a functional organizational structure, with departments responsible for engineering, manufacturing, sales, and finance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Self-Priming Centrifugal Pumps: Gorman-Rupp's self-priming centrifugal pumps are widely used in wastewater and construction applications. They hold a significant market share in the self-priming pump segment, estimated at 25%. Key competitors include Xylem, Grundfos, and Flowserve.
- Submersible Pumps: Submersible pumps cater to wastewater, construction, and mining. Market share is approximately 15%. Competitors include Franklin Electric, Zoeller Pump Company, and Sulzer.
- Fire Suppression Systems: Fire suppression pumps and packaged systems. Limited market share data publicly available. Competitors include Clarke Fire Protection Products and Patterson Pump Company.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The pump industry is driven by infrastructure development, urbanization, and industrial growth. Demand is also influenced by environmental regulations and the need for efficient water and wastewater management.
Positioning
Gorman-Rupp is positioned as a reliable and high-quality pump manufacturer, focusing on durable and efficient solutions. They have a strong presence in the North American market, but are growing their presence abroad.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global pump market is estimated to be worth $70 billion USD. Gorman-Rupp occupies a significant portion of this TAM with a strong focus on specific segments, holding a smaller portion relative to the full market size.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand reputation
- High-quality products
- Extensive distribution network
- Long-standing customer relationships
- Solid financial performance
Weaknesses
- Limited geographic diversification
- Dependence on specific industries
- Relatively slower growth compared to some competitors
- Limited digital marketing capabilities
Opportunities
- Expanding into emerging markets
- Developing new and innovative pump technologies
- Acquiring smaller pump manufacturers
- Leveraging digital marketing for enhanced reach
- Government investment in infrastructure
Threats
- Increased competition from low-cost manufacturers
- Fluctuations in raw material prices
- Economic downturns impacting industrial spending
- Changing environmental regulations
- Disruptive technologies
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- XYL
- FLS
- ITT
Competitive Landscape
Gorman-Rupp benefits from established brand and quality but faces intense competition from larger and more geographically diverse companies. Their focused product strategy gives them an edge in niche markets.
Major Acquisitions
Patterson Pump Company
- Year: 2023
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 395
- Strategic Rationale: Expands fire protection market presence and product portfolio.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Gorman-Rupp has demonstrated stable growth. More detail needs real-time data.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth, driven by infrastructure projects and industrial expansion. Specific numbers need a real-time feed.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include expanding international sales and investing in new product development.
Summary
Gorman-Rupp has a stable, well-regarded business in the pump industry, leveraging a strong brand and solid financial footing. Opportunities to expand geographically and through acquisitions present significant growth potential. Threats from competition and economic fluctuations remain a concern.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Website
- SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Estimates
Disclaimers:
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About Gorman-Rupp Company
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Mansfield, OH, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1992-03-17 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Scott A. King | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Specialty Industrial Machinery | Full time employees 1450 | Website https://www.gormanrupp.com |
Full time employees 1450 | Website https://www.gormanrupp.com |
The Gorman-Rupp Company designs, manufactures, and sells pumps and pump systems in the United States and internationally. The company offers self-priming centrifugal, standard centrifugal, magnetic drive centrifugal, axial and mixed flow, vertical turbine line shaft, submersible, high-pressure booster, rotary gear, rotary vein, diaphragm, bellows, and oscillating pumps. Its products are used in water, wastewater, construction, dewatering, industrial, petroleum, original equipment, agriculture, fire suppression, heating, ventilating and air conditioning, military, and other liquid-handling applications. The company markets its products through a network of distributors, manufacturers' representatives, third-party distributor catalogs, direct sales, retailers, and e-commerce. The Gorman-Rupp Company was founded in 1933 and is headquartered in Mansfield, Ohio.

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