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10/31/2025: INVE (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
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Number of Analysts
3 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $5.33
1 Year Target Price $5.33
| 3 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 5.18% | Avg. Invested days 52 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/31/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 94.89M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 5.33 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 5.33 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 3 | Beta 1.36 | 52 Weeks Range 2.86 - 4.29 | Updated Date 11/2/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 2.86 - 4.29 | Updated Date 11/2/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -1.06 |
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 2025-10-29 | When - | Estimate -0.24 | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 317.63% | Operating Margin (TTM) -118.39% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -13.32% | Return on Equity (TTM) -23.11% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 38.61 | Enterprise Value -44622609 | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.03 |
Enterprise Value -44622609 | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.03 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.68 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -51.71 | Shares Outstanding 23721826 | Shares Floating 19174589 |
Shares Outstanding 23721826 | Shares Floating 19174589 | ||
Percent Insiders 5.61 | Percent Institutions 63.01 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Identiv Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Identiv, Inc. was founded in 1990 (originally as SCM Microsystems). It has evolved from a smart card reader company to a provider of physical and logical access control and RFID solutions.
Core Business Areas
- Secure Identification: Offers solutions for secure access control, including smart cards, readers, and related software. This includes solutions for both physical and logical access control.
- RFID and NFC: Provides RFID and NFC-based solutions for various applications like asset tracking, authentication, and supply chain management.
- IoT Solutions: Delivers IoT solutions leveraging RFID and NFC technologies for industries like healthcare, retail, and logistics.
Leadership and Structure
Steven Humphreys is the CEO. The company operates with a functional organizational structure with departments for sales, marketing, engineering, and operations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- uTrust Smart Readers: A range of smart card readers used for secure authentication and access control. Identiv competes with companies like Thales and HID Global in the smart card reader market. Market share data for specific product lines is hard to come by, but Identiv is a significant player in its niche.
- RFID Tags and Labels: RFID tags and labels used for tracking assets, inventory management, and supply chain visibility. Competitors include Avery Dennison and Zebra Technologies. Identiv holds a fraction of the RFID tag market, but are very competitive. Revenue is difficult to pinpoint, but is a substantial part of total revenue for Identiv.
- Velocity Physical Access Control: Provides a web-based Physical Access Control platform to manage doors, employee badges, etc...Competitors include: Johnson Controls, Honeywell, and Genetec.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The secure identification and RFID markets are growing due to increasing demand for security, automation, and data-driven decision-making in various industries.
Positioning
Identiv is positioned as a provider of niche solutions in secure identification and RFID, focusing on specific verticals and applications. Its competitive advantage lies in its ability to offer customized solutions and expertise.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for RFID and secure access is estimated to be in the billions of dollars. Identiv addresses a portion of this TAM, particularly in specialized applications and vertical markets.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong technology portfolio in RFID and secure identification
- Expertise in niche markets
- Ability to provide customized solutions
- Established customer base
Weaknesses
- Smaller market share compared to larger competitors
- Dependence on specific industries and applications
- Limited brand recognition compared to larger players
- Thin profit margins
Opportunities
- Growing demand for RFID in healthcare, retail, and logistics
- Increasing adoption of secure access control solutions
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Development of new IoT-based solutions
Threats
- Competition from larger players with greater resources
- Technological advancements that could disrupt the market
- Economic downturns that could reduce demand
- Changes in regulations and standards
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- HID (ASSA-B.ST)
- Thales (HO.PA)
- Zebra Technologies (ZBRA)
Competitive Landscape
Identiv faces competition from larger, more established players. Its advantages include its focus on niche markets, ability to provide customized solutions, and strong technology portfolio. However, its smaller size and limited brand recognition are disadvantages.
Major Acquisitions
3VR Security, Inc.
- Year: 2018
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 8
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Identiv's security solutions portfolio with video surveillance capabilities.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been driven by acquisitions and organic growth in the RFID and secure access markets.
Future Projections: Future growth projections are based on analyst estimates and company guidance. Check financial news and analyst reports for specific projections.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives may include new product launches, strategic partnerships, and acquisitions. The most recent would include expansion into new markets and technologies.
Summary
Identiv is a niche player in the RFID and secure access markets with a solid technology base. While smaller than its competitors, Identiv's capacity to provide customized solutions and a solid customer base, gives them a competitive edge. The company should continue to capitalize on the growing demand for RFID and secure access in diverse industries. Key risks include competition from larger companies and potential technological disruptions.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Identiv Investor Relations
- SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Reports
- Company Press Releases
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. Market conditions and company performance can change rapidly. Consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
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.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Identiv Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Santa Ana, CA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1997-10-07 | CEO & Director Ms. Kirsten F. Newquist | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Building Products & Equipment | Full time employees 166 | Website https://www.identiv.com |
Full time employees 166 | Website https://www.identiv.com | ||
Identiv, Inc., develops, manufactures, and supplies specialty IoT products in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific. The company offers specialty radio-frequency identification (RFID) and Internet of Things (IoT) devices, including near field communication, high frequency, dual frequency, ultra-high frequency, and bluetooth low energy that are attached to or embedded into physical items, such as syringes, pill containers, wine bottles, and sports jerseys, providing unique digital identity. It serves its products to pharmaceutical and medical devices, consumer electronics, mobile devices, wine and spirits, luxury goods, libraries, and logistics. The company was formerly known as Identive Group, Inc. and changed its name to Identiv, Inc. in May 2014. Identiv, Inc. was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Santa Ana, California.
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