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Luxfer Holdings PLC (LXFR)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/30/2025: LXFR (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
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Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $17
1 Year Target Price $17
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -36.65% | Avg. Invested days 32 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 06/30/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 331.47M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 15.6 | 1Y Target Price 17 |
Price to earnings Ratio 15.6 | 1Y Target Price 17 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 1.09 | 52 Weeks Range 9.29 - 15.30 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 9.29 - 15.30 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 4.27% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.78 |
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-06-06 | When Before Market | Estimate 0.17 | Actual 0.23 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 5.31% | Operating Margin (TTM) 8.56% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 6.03% | Return on Equity (TTM) 9.61% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 15.6 | Forward PE 12.17 | Enterprise Value 387570359 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.83 |
Enterprise Value 387570359 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.83 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.97 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.07 | Shares Outstanding 27236700 | Shares Floating 26148951 |
Shares Outstanding 27236700 | Shares Floating 26148951 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.37 | Percent Institutions 93.28 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating - | Target Price 17 | Buy - | Strong Buy - |
Buy - | Strong Buy - | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Luxfer Holdings PLC
Company Overview
History and Background
Luxfer Holdings PLC was founded in 1898. Originally part of British Aluminium, it evolved through various acquisitions and restructurings, becoming a global leader in high-pressure gas cylinders and specialized performance materials.
Core Business Areas
- Gas Cylinders: Manufactures high-pressure composite and aluminum cylinders for various applications, including medical, industrial, specialty gas, alternative fuel, and fire suppression.
- Performance Materials: Produces magnesium alloys, aluminum extrusions, and other specialized materials for defense, healthcare, and other industries.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team includes the CEO, CFO, and other key executives. The company operates with a divisional structure, separating Gas Cylinders and Performance Materials.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- High-Pressure Gas Cylinders: Includes cylinders for medical oxygen, SCBA, specialty gases. Competitors include Worthington Industries, Beijing Tianhai Industry, and CIMC Enric. Specific market share data is difficult to obtain publicly at a granular product level, but Luxfer is considered a leading player in the high-pressure cylinder market.
- Revenue: Approximately 70% of total revenue.
- Magnesium Alloys: Used in aerospace, automotive, and other industries for lightweighting applications. Competitors include Dead Sea Magnesium, US Magnesium, and Nanjing Yunhai Special Metals. Market share data is not precisely available, but Luxfer holds a prominent position in specialized magnesium alloy production.
- Revenue: Approximately 30% of total revenue.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The high-pressure gas cylinder market is driven by demand for medical oxygen, industrial gases, and alternative fuel vehicles. The performance materials market is influenced by the aerospace, defense, and automotive industries, with a focus on lightweighting and high-performance materials.
Positioning
Luxfer holds a leading position in niche markets within the gas cylinder and performance materials industries, with a focus on high-performance, specialized applications. Key competitive advantages include proprietary technology and strong customer relationships.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The combined TAM for Luxfer's core markets is estimated to be in the billions of dollars. Luxfer's market capitalization positions them well in the broader TAM as a key player.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand reputation
- Proprietary technology
- Global presence
- Diverse end-market applications
- Established customer relationships
Weaknesses
- Sensitivity to raw material prices
- Exposure to cyclical industries
- Limited product portfolio compared to larger competitors
- Relatively smaller market capitalization
Opportunities
- Growing demand for lightweight materials
- Expansion into emerging markets
- Increased adoption of alternative fuel vehicles
- Strategic acquisitions to expand product offerings
- Increased application of specialty gases.
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Increased competition
- Fluctuations in foreign exchange rates
- Regulatory changes
- Supply chain disruptions
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- WOR
- CGESY
- Chart Industries Inc.
Competitive Landscape
Luxfer faces competition from larger, more diversified companies as well as smaller, niche players. Luxfer's competitive advantage lies in its specialized products, strong customer relationships, and global presence.
Major Acquisitions
SCI Engineered Materials, Inc.
- Year: 2017
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 23.6
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Luxfer's performance materials segment.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Luxfer has experienced moderate growth over the past decade, driven by organic growth and strategic acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates suggest continued growth in revenue and earnings, driven by strong demand in key end-markets.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investing in new product development, expanding into new geographic markets, and optimizing operations.
Summary
Luxfer Holdings PLC is a global leader in high-pressure gas cylinders and specialized performance materials, demonstrating steady growth and profitability. Key strengths include its strong brand reputation, proprietary technology, and diverse end-market applications. However, it faces risks such as sensitivity to raw material prices and exposure to cyclical industries. By capitalizing on growing demand for lightweight materials and strategic acquisitions, Luxfer can further enhance its growth trajectory.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings, analyst reports, industry publications, company website
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual research and consultation with a financial professional.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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About Luxfer Holdings PLC
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Milwaukee, WI, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2012-10-03 | CEO & Executive Director Mr. Andrew William John Butcher | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Specialty Industrial Machinery | Full time employees 1450 | Website https://www.luxfer.com |
Full time employees 1450 | Website https://www.luxfer.com | ||
Luxfer Holdings PLC, together with its subsidiaries, provides high-performance materials, components, and high-pressure gas containment devices for defense, first response and healthcare, transportation, and general industrial applications. It operates through three segments: Gas Cylinders, Elektron, and Graphic Arts. The Gas Cylinders segment manufactures and markets specialized highly engineered cylinders using composites and aluminum alloys, including pressurized cylinders for use in various applications, including self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighters, containment of oxygen and other medical gases for healthcare, alternative fuel vehicles, and general industrial applications. The Elektron segment focuses on specialty materials based primarily on magnesium and zirconium. This segment offers advanced lightweight magnesium alloys; magnesium powders for use in countermeasure flares and heater meals; and high-performance zirconium-based materials and oxides used as catalysts, as well as in the manufacture of advances ceramics, fiber-optic fuel cells, and various other performance products. The Graphic Arts segment provides pre-sensitized magnesium and copper and zinc plates along with associated chemicals to produce foil-stamping and embossing dies; and non-sensitized polished brass and magnesium plates for computer numerical control engraving, as well as advises on turnkey engraving operations with etching machines, computer-to-plate machines, exposure units, and film setters. The company operates in the United States, the United Kingdom, Japan, Germany, France, rest of Europe, the Asia Pacific, South and Latin America, Canada, and Brazil. Luxfer Holdings PLC was founded in 1898 and is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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