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Matthews International Corporation(MATW)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
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$19.26
10/23/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for MATW

10/23/2026: MATW (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Matthews International Corporation is a diversified industrial firm operating across memorialization, brand solutions, and specialized energy technologies. The company maintains a leading position in the funeral services market, providing steady cash flow, while its Industrial Technologies segment acts as a growth driver in the battery manufacturing space. While Matthews benefits from a resilient revenue mix, investors should be mindful of its high debt levels, which remain a primary financial risk. The company is best suited for value and dividend-focused investors, though growth-oriented investors may find interest in the energy technology segment. Key developments to monitor include the company's deleveraging progress and the scaling of its energy storage equipment business.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is largely dependent on the success of the Industrial Technologies energy storage segment rather than explosive company-wide growth.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock often lacks consistent short-term momentum due to the steady, cyclical nature of its mature business segments.
Value investorStrong fitThe company often trades at valuations that reflect its stable memorialization business and potential upside in new technologies.
Dividend investorStrong fitMatthews has a consistent track record of returning capital to shareholders through regular dividend payments.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile memorialization is stable, the company's debt levels and industrial exposure introduce volatility risks.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumThe stock can react sharply to earnings reports involving the Industrial Technologies segment's project wins or delays.
Valuation riskMediumInvestor sentiment regarding the energy storage business can significantly influence the P/E multiple.
Competition risk (Industrial and Packaging)Medium / highFacing specialized, well-capitalized competitors requires constant innovation to maintain market position.
Business qualityMediumThe business possesses strong niche market shares but carries significant debt from previous acquisitions.
Dividend incomeMediumThe dividend is supported by stable segments but could be impacted by major capital allocation needs.
Execution riskMediumSuccessfully scaling the energy storage business remains a critical execution hurdle for long-term value creation.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -30.56%
Avg. Invested days 29
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
MATW receives a 3-star rating based on the available scored pillars. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
MATW has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+59.0%) is partially offset by weak cash generation (FCF margin -4.0%), negative revenue growth (-16.6%), weak profitability (net margin -1.6%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
MATW's financial health is supported by moderate liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 10.0%). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is MATW's strongest growth driver at +59.0% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (-16.6%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-274.3%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 103.7% and approximately 82.2% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 4.85% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 14.70%
Oaktree Capital Management LLC 6.17%
Ameriprise Financial Inc 6.16%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 5.57%
Gamco Investors, Inc. Et Al 4.84%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
MATW generates approximately $339 of gross profit, $14 of operating income, and $-40 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Negative free cash flow explains the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 250.97%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
MATW has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedSmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 601.17M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 31.33
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 31.33
Volume (30-day avg) 997.4K shares
Beta 1.04
52 Weeks Range 18.42 - 30.32
Updated Date 10/24/2026
52 Weeks Range 18.42 - 30.32
Updated Date 10/24/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 5.30%
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.95

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
MemorializationCaskets, monuments, and cremation equipment sold to funeral homes and cemeteries.This is a stable, cash-generative core that provides baseline revenue for the company.
SGK Brand SolutionsPackaging design, brand consulting, and marketing services for consumer brands.A service-oriented business linked to the health of global consumer brand spending.
Industrial TechnologiesMarking, coding, and battery manufacturing technology equipment.The primary growth engine for the company tied to industrial automation and clean energy infrastructure.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 11.15
Enterprise Value 1.21B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.54
Enterprise Value 1.21B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.54
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.09
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.1
Shares Outstanding 31.21M
Shares Floating 25.67M
Shares Outstanding 31.21M
Shares Floating 25.67M
Percent Insiders 4.85
Percent Institutions 103.66

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)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

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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