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LSI Industries Inc(LYTS)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
2-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$20
10/30/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for LYTS

10/30/2026: LYTS (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

LSI Industries is a specialized provider of integrated lighting, controls, and display solutions, primarily serving commercial and retail markets. The company has a leading position in supporting multi-site retail customers through a bundled 'one-stop-shop' approach that sets it apart from traditional lighting manufacturers. Its main growth story centers on increasing the adoption of smart lighting systems and expanding its display and graphics capabilities. Key risks include intense pricing pressure from larger industry competitors and potential sensitivity to economic cycles affecting retail capital budgets. The stock may suit value-oriented and dividend-seeking investors who prefer a company with stable, well-established niches and moderate valuation.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitLSI offers steady growth through market share gains and vertical integration, but is not a hyper-growth tech play.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveMomentum investors may find interest during periods of sustained price outperformance.
Value investorStrong fitLSI often trades at reasonable valuation multiples compared to its industry peers.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company provides a reliable dividend yield suitable for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorMixed fitThe stock carries moderate risk due to sensitivity to economic cycles and customer concentration.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumThe stock can experience price swings based on quarterly results and broader economic sentiment.
Valuation riskLowCurrently, the stock's valuation is generally well-supported by fundamental earnings.
Competition risk (Lighting/Displays)Medium / highCompetition from larger, global firms like Acuity Brands puts pressure on margins.
Business qualityMediumLSI has a solid, well-established business model with defensible market niches.
Dividend incomeLowDividend payouts are considered stable and supported by cash flows.
Execution riskMediumSuccessful integration of acquisitions and efficient supply chain management are critical.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 51.5%
Avg. Invested days 50
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
LYTS has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, solid cash generation (FCF margin 5.7%) and solid revenue growth (+20.2%) are partially offset by negative earnings growth (-7.4%), soft profitability (net margin 3.3%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
LYTS's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (5.7% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is LYTS's strongest growth driver at +20.2% FY2026 versus FY2025 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, free-cash-flow growth (+12.6%, solid) is also solid, while earnings growth (-7.4%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 92.3% and approximately 92.5% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 10.27% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

FMR Inc 10.69%
BlackRock Inc 7.27%
Systematic Financial Management LP 6.38%
Royce & Associates, LP 4.92%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.17%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
LYTS generates approximately $251 of gross profit, $56 of operating income, and $57 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Soft margins explain the 2-star rating, with solid cash conversion and soft capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 28.26%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
LYTS has a liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Low VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 771.09M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 30.85
1Y Target Price 30
Price to earnings Ratio 30.85
1Y Target Price 30
Volume (30-day avg) 323.1K shares
Beta 0.48
52 Weeks Range 17.09 - 27.29
Updated Date 10/29/2026
52 Weeks Range 17.09 - 27.29
Updated Date 10/29/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 0.98%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.67

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Lighting SegmentLED luminaires and control systems for commercial and industrial use.This is the core, stable driver of the company's recurring revenue.
Display SolutionsCustom graphic design, digital signage, and retail interior branding.This segment provides higher-margin, project-based growth opportunities.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-11-05
When Before Market
Estimate 0.21
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 3.28%
Operating Margin (TTM) 10.4%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 4.92%
Return on Equity (TTM) 7.64%

Valuation

Trailing PE 30.85
Forward PE 19.42
Enterprise Value 1.06B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.12
Enterprise Value 1.06B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.12
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.53
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 19.57
Shares Outstanding 37.30M
Shares Floating 34.51M
Shares Outstanding 37.30M
Shares Floating 34.51M
Percent Insiders 10.27
Percent Institutions 92.26

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)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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