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MDU Resources Group Inc (MDU)

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$16.54
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Upturn Advisory Summary

07/09/2025: MDU (4-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Above Average Performance

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5 Analysts rated it

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1 Year Target Price $19.25

1 Year Target Price $19.25

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$19.25 Target price
52w Low $12.87
Current$16.54
52w High $19.94

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 30.9%
Avg. Invested days 50
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Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 3.38B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 17.98
1Y Target Price 19.25
Price to earnings Ratio 17.98
1Y Target Price 19.25
Volume (30-day avg) 5
Beta 0.45
52 Weeks Range 12.87 - 19.94
Updated Date 07/9/2025
52 Weeks Range 12.87 - 19.94
Updated Date 07/9/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 3.12%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.92

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Profitability

Profit Margin 14.21%
Operating Margin (TTM) 16.9%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 2.42%
Return on Equity (TTM) 6.6%

Valuation

Trailing PE 17.98
Forward PE 16.89
Enterprise Value 5481079564
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.83
Enterprise Value 5481079564
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.83
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.97
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.58
Shares Outstanding 204331008
Shares Floating 201777030
Shares Outstanding 204331008
Shares Floating 201777030
Percent Insiders 0.94
Percent Institutions 82.85

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MDU Resources Group Inc

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Company Overview

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MDU Resources Group, Inc. was founded in 1924 as Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. Initially providing energy services, it has diversified into construction materials and services.

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  • Utilities: Provides electric and natural gas service to customers in Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wyoming, and other states. This segment is the bedrock of the companyu2019s regulated operations.
  • Construction Materials and Contracting: Produces aggregates, asphalt mix, and ready-mix concrete. Also provides construction services including road construction, paving, and infrastructure projects.
  • Construction Services: Provides electrical and mechanical contracting services, primarily in the western and central United States. Includes services like transmission line construction, substation work, and industrial plant maintenance.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The company is led by President and CEO Nicole A. Kivisto. The organizational structure is divided along its core business segments, each headed by senior management.

Top Products and Market Share

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  • Electricity Distribution: Distributes electricity to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Market share varies by region; direct revenue attributed to electricity distribution is not publicly itemized, but it's a significant portion of the Utilities revenue. Competitors include local municipal utilities and other investor-owned utilities in its service territories, such as Xcel Energy (XEL) and Black Hills Corp (BKH).
  • Aggregates: Supply sand, gravel, and crushed stone used in construction and infrastructure projects. Competitors include Martin Marietta Materials (MLM) and Vulcan Materials Company (VMC). Market share varies by region.
  • Natural Gas Distribution: Distributes natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Competitors are often the same as with electricity. The natural gas distribution market is competitive and highly regulated. MDU does not explicitly release its market share for natural gas distribution.

Market Dynamics

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The utility industry is undergoing modernization with investments in renewable energy, smart grids, and infrastructure upgrades. The construction materials industry is driven by infrastructure spending, housing starts, and non-residential construction. The construction services segment is fueled by infrastructure improvements and energy-related projects.

Positioning

MDU Resources is a diversified infrastructure company with a strong regional presence in the Upper Midwest and Mountain West. It benefits from both regulated utility operations and cyclical construction-related businesses. Its competitive advantages include a diverse revenue stream and operational expertise in its chosen markets.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The combined TAM for Utilities and Construction Materials/Services is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions annually in the US. MDU Resources is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM through infrastructure upgrades, population growth in their service areas, and efficient operations.

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Strengths

  • Diversified business model
  • Regulated utility operations providing stable cash flow
  • Strong regional presence
  • Experience and expertise in construction materials and services

Weaknesses

  • Exposure to commodity price fluctuations (natural gas)
  • Dependence on regulatory approvals
  • Cyclicality of construction-related businesses
  • Geographic concentration

Opportunities

  • Infrastructure spending initiatives
  • Growth in renewable energy demand
  • Population growth in service territories
  • Acquisitions to expand geographic reach and service offerings

Threats

  • Changes in regulatory environment
  • Economic downturn affecting construction activity
  • Increased competition
  • Environmental regulations

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • XEL
  • BKH
  • MLM
  • VMC

Competitive Landscape

MDU Resources competes with larger utilities and construction materials companies. Its diversified business model and regional focus give it a competitive advantage in its core markets. Larger competitors have greater scale and resources.

Major Acquisitions

Knife River Corporation

  • Year: 2023
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 0
  • Strategic Rationale: Spun Off construction business. Focused on Utility business.

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Summary

MDU Resources is a diversified infrastructure company with stable utility operations and cyclical construction businesses. The company benefits from its regional focus and diversified revenue streams. Economic downturns and regulatory changes pose potential risks. Overall, MDU Resources presents a mixed profile with both strengths and weaknesses.

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Sources and Disclaimers

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About MDU Resources Group Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Bismarck, ND, United States
IPO Launch date 1987-11-05
President, CEO & Director Ms. Nicole A. Kivisto
Sector Industrials
Industry Conglomerates
Full time employees 2052
Full time employees 2052

MDU Resources Group, Inc. engages in the regulated energy delivery businesses in the United States. The company operates through three segments: Electric, Natural Gas Distribution, and Pipeline. It generates, transmits, and distributes electricity in Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wyoming. The company also distributes natural gas in Idaho, Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Washington, and Wyoming; and supplies related value-added services. In addition, it provides natural gas transportation and underground storage services through a regulated pipeline system primarily in the Rocky Mountain and northern Great Plains regions; and cathodic protection non-regulated energy-related services. Further, the company offers transportation and storage services. MDU Resources Group, Inc. was incorporated in 1924 and is headquartered in Bismarck, North Dakota.