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Innovative Solutions and Support (ISSC)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/31/2025: ISSC (4-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Above Average Performance
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Number of Analysts
1 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $16.9
1 Year Target Price $16.9
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 153.57% | Avg. Invested days 51 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/31/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 165.78M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 14.24 | 1Y Target Price 16.9 |
Price to earnings Ratio 14.24 | 1Y Target Price 16.9 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 0.81 | 52 Weeks Range 5.30 - 20.00 | Updated Date 11/1/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 5.30 - 20.00 | Updated Date 11/1/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.66 |
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 15.11% | Operating Margin (TTM) 14.56% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 14.06% | Return on Equity (TTM) 23.4% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 14.24 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 241774818 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.14 |
Enterprise Value 241774818 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.14 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.12 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.3 | Shares Outstanding 17636625 | Shares Floating 14696423 |
Shares Outstanding 17636625 | Shares Floating 14696423 | ||
Percent Insiders 17.02 | Percent Institutions 42.65 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Innovative Solutions and Support
Company Overview
History and Background
Innovative Solutions & Support, Inc. (IS&S) was founded in 1988. It provides flight management systems, flat panel display systems, and other avionics for commercial, military, and business aviation. IS&S focuses on retrofit and forward-fit solutions.
Core Business Areas
- Flight Management Systems (FMS): IS&S designs and manufactures Flight Management Systems that provide navigation, performance optimization, and flight planning capabilities.
- Display Systems: IS&S offers integrated standalone display systems and flat panel displays for cockpit upgrades and new aircraft.
- Air Data Systems: IS&S provides Air Data systems that are safety and flight management systems.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team includes Shahram Askarpour (Chief Executive Officer) and Thomas J. Wittmer (Chairman of the Board). The company operates with a functional organizational structure centered around engineering, manufacturing, and sales.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Competitors: Honeywell,Collins Aerospace,Garmin
- NextGen Flight Management System: The NextGen FMS provides navigation, performance, and safety enhancements. Market share data is not publicly available. Competitors include Honeywell, Collins Aerospace, and Garmin.
- Competitors: L3Harris Technologies,Thales
- Integrated Standby Instrument System (ISIS): The ISIS provides critical flight data in a single display, serving as a backup in case of primary system failure. Market share data is not publicly available. Competitors include L3Harris Technologies and Thales.
- Competitors: Astronics Corporation,Teledyne Technologies Incorporated
- cockpit/IP (integrated peripherals): IS&S develops various peripheral cockpit system, and is one of their major revnue segments. Market share data is not publicly available. Competitors include Astronics Corporation, Teledyne Technologies Incorporated
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The avionics industry is driven by demand for safer, more efficient, and connected aircraft. Key trends include the adoption of digital cockpits, advanced flight management systems, and enhanced safety features.
Positioning
IS&S positions itself as a provider of innovative avionics solutions for both retrofit and forward-fit applications. Its competitive advantage lies in its ability to offer customized solutions and its focus on safety-critical systems.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global avionics market is projected to reach hundreds of billions USD. IS&S's TAM consists of segments within that which involve cockpit upgrades, advanced flight management systems, and aircraft safety enhancements. IS&S captures a small segment of the total avionics market.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong focus on safety-critical systems
- Customized solutions for specific aircraft types
- Established relationships with aircraft manufacturers and operators
- Experienced engineering team
Weaknesses
- Small size compared to major avionics suppliers
- Limited marketing and sales resources
- Dependence on a few key customers
- Potential supply chain vulnerabilities
Opportunities
- Growing demand for cockpit upgrades and retrofits
- Increasing adoption of advanced flight management systems
- Expansion into new aircraft segments
- Strategic partnerships and acquisitions
Threats
- Intense competition from larger avionics suppliers
- Economic downturns impacting aircraft sales
- Regulatory changes affecting avionics requirements
- Technological obsolescence
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- HON
- RTX
- GAR
- TDY
Competitive Landscape
IS&S faces competition from larger players with greater resources. Its advantages lie in its specialization, customization, and focus on safety-critical applications.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: IS&S's growth has been driven by demand for its avionics solutions in the commercial and military markets.
Future Projections: Future growth projections depend on market conditions, product development, and strategic initiatives. Analyst estimates unavailable in JSON.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include developing new flight management systems and expanding its product offerings for cockpit upgrades.
Summary
Innovative Solutions and Support (IS&S) is a niche player in the avionics industry, specializing in cockpit upgrades and flight management systems. While smaller than its main competitors, IS&S possesses strengths in customization and safety-critical solutions. Future growth depends on capturing market share in cockpit upgrades and expanding into new markets. IS&S should look out for challenges like technological obsolescence and intense competition from larger players.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company website
- Industry reports
- Public filings (SEC)
- Analyst reports (limited access)
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is for informational purposes only. It should not be considered financial advice.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
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About Innovative Solutions and Support
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Exton, PA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2000-08-04 | President, CEO & Director Dr. Shahram Askarpour | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Aerospace & Defense | Full time employees 133 | Website https://www.iascorp.com |
Full time employees 133 | Website https://www.iascorp.com | ||
Innovative Aerosystems, Inc., engages in the engineering, manufacturing, and supply of advanced avionic solutions. The company provides autothrottles; LPV Navigators; standby displays; COM/NAV/surveillance radio management systems; air data solutions; inertial reference systems; utilities management systems; and air data, attitude and heading reference systems. It also offers flat panel display systems, inertial reference systems, integrated global navigation systems, global positioning systems, c-130 engine instrument display systems, liberty flight deck, and communications/navigation products. The company serves to business aircrafts, commercial airlines, military, virtual cp-pilots, and turbo prop. The company was formerly known as Innovative Solutions and Support, Inc. and changed its name to Innovative Aerosystems, Inc. in October 2025. The company was incorporated in 1988 and is based in Exton, Pennsylvania.
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