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Limbach Holdings Inc(LMB)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$51.47
10/29/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for LMB

10/29/2026: LMB (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Limbach Holdings is a mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractor that has evolved into a provider of recurring facility maintenance and energy efficiency services. The company has a notable position in institutional and mission-critical sectors, which supports a pivot toward higher-margin service revenue. This shift represents the core growth story, as Limbach aims to reduce its reliance on cyclical construction projects. However, investors face risks from regional concentration, intense competition from larger national players, and potential labor market volatility. The stock may best suit growth-oriented investors interested in infrastructure services, though they should monitor progress in the service segment and overall construction cycle trends.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitThe company's pivot to high-margin service revenue offers a compelling growth narrative.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum depends on the ongoing success of the service-margin expansion strategy.
Value investorMixed fitValuation fluctuates with construction cycles, requiring careful entry points.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not currently pay a dividend, prioritizing capital reinvestment.
Low-risk investorWeak fitOperational risks in construction and exposure to cyclical markets increase volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highSmall-cap construction stocks can be sensitive to macroeconomic and sector-specific news.
Valuation riskMediumStock price reflects expectations of successful transition to a service-heavy model.
Competition risk (Infrastructure/MEP)HighLimbach competes against much larger, well-capitalized firms in the national MEP space.
Business qualityMediumThe transition to recurring services improves business quality, but the legacy construction business remains.
Dividend incomeLow / noneIncome investors will not find yield here as capital is retained for growth.
Execution riskMediumSuccessfully managing the pivot to services while maintaining project profitability is critical.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Extreme Price Shocks
PRICE STABILITY

Extreme Price Shocks

The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 63.99%
Avg. Invested days 41
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
LMB has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+57.5%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 6.5%) are partially offset by soft profitability (net margin 7.5%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
LMB's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (6.5% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is LMB's strongest growth driver at +57.5% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+24.7%, solid) and free-cash-flow growth (+43.2%, strong) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 82.9% and approximately 94.5% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 6.97% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 8.21%
Thrivent Financial For Lutherans 7.25%
FMR Inc 6.17%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.04%
Royce & Associates, LP 3.73%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
LMB generates approximately $262 of gross profit, $76 of operating income, and $65 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Soft margins and moderate cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is solid.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 19.67%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
LMB has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 604.64M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 20.21
1Y Target Price 75
Price to earnings Ratio 20.21
1Y Target Price 75
Volume (30-day avg) 219.8K shares
Beta 1.32
52 Weeks Range 40.74 - 114.95
Updated Date 10/29/2026
52 Weeks Range 40.74 - 114.95
Updated Date 10/29/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.51

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Construction ServicesMEP engineering and construction for new buildings and major renovations.This is the traditional, lower-margin side of the business that builds the facilities.
Service & MaintenanceLong-term maintenance, HVAC repair, and energy efficiency upgrades.This is the higher-margin, recurring revenue side of the business that investors increasingly favor.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-11-03
When After Market
Estimate 1.3
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 4.42%
Operating Margin (TTM) 4.31%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 6.77%
Return on Equity (TTM) 16.17%

Valuation

Trailing PE 20.21
Forward PE 12.24
Enterprise Value 646.42M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.88
Enterprise Value 646.42M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.88
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.92
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.56
Shares Outstanding 11.92M
Shares Floating 11.27M
Shares Outstanding 11.92M
Shares Floating 11.27M
Percent Insiders 6.97
Percent Institutions 82.91

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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