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Matrix Service Co(MTRX)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for MTRX
09/25/2026: MTRX (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Matrix Service Co is an industrial engineering and construction firm specializing in storage tanks, power infrastructure, and maintenance services for the energy sector. The company's primary strength lies in its long-standing expertise and technical reputation within complex infrastructure markets. Its growth strategy is centered on pivoting toward energy transition projects and grid modernization to drive future demand. However, the business faces risks from cyclical energy spending, intense competition, and a history of operational execution challenges. While the stock may appeal to investors seeking exposure to industrial infrastructure, the absence of dividends and inherent price volatility make it more suitable for those comfortable with cyclical, growth-oriented investments.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The company offers exposure to energy transition themes, but growth has been inconsistent. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Momentum is highly dependent on company-specific project wins and industry-wide capital expenditure trends. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | The stock may present value opportunities during cyclical lows, though risks remain high. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not currently pay a dividend. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | High volatility and project-specific execution risks make this unsuitable for low-risk portfolios. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The stock is susceptible to significant price swings based on energy market sentiment and earnings reports. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Valuation is often tied to cyclical earnings, making it difficult to establish a long-term floor. |
| Competition risk (Infrastructure & Engineering) | High | The company competes with much larger, better-capitalized firms for major industrial contracts. |
| Business quality | Medium | Operational success is heavily dependent on specific project management execution. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | No dividend payments provide no income cushion for investors. |
| Execution risk | High | Poor project execution can lead to significant cost overruns and profit margin erosion. |
Price Behavior
Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.
Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -44.58% | Avg. Invested days 43 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/25/2026 |
Upturn Scorecard
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Company Fundamentals
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Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
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Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 277.26M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 16 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 16 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 391.2K shares | Beta 0.98 | 52 Weeks Range 9.61 - 15.96 | Updated Date 09/25/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 9.61 - 15.96 | Updated Date 09/25/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.09 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Utility and Power | Electrical grid infrastructure, power plant maintenance, and gas distribution services. | Revenue comes from keeping energy grids and power plants running efficiently. |
| Storage and Terminal | Engineering, fabrication, and repair of aboveground storage tanks for liquids. | The company builds and repairs the giant storage tanks used by oil and chemical firms. |
| Process and Industrial | Turnaround services and maintenance for refineries and processing plants. | The company earns fees by providing specialized labor and engineering during facility shutdowns. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2026-09-02 | When After Market | Estimate 0.17 | Actual 0.16 |
Profitability
Profit Margin -0.29% | Operating Margin (TTM) 0.86% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -0.01% | Return on Equity (TTM) -1.81% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 17.21 | Enterprise Value 78.70M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.32 |
Enterprise Value 78.70M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.32 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.09 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.48 | Shares Outstanding 28.29M | Shares Floating 27.03M |
Shares Outstanding 28.29M | Shares Floating 27.03M | ||
Percent Insiders 4.43 | Percent Institutions 89.29 |
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Financial Metrics
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Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
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)
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)
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)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
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)
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)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Matrix Service Co
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquarters Houston, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1990-09-26 | CEO - | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Engineering & Construction | Full time employees 2370 | Website https://matrixservicecompany.com |
Full time employees 2370 | Website https://matrixservicecompany.com | ||
Matrix Service Company provides engineering, fabrication, construction, and maintenance services to support critical energy infrastructure and industrial markets in the United States, Canada, and internationally. It operates through three segments: Storage and Terminal Solutions, Utility and Power Infrastructure, and Process and Industrial Facilities. The Storage and Terminal Solutions segment offers engineering, procurement and construction (EPC), repair, and maintenance and fabrication services for liquid, cryogenic, and refrigerated storage and terminal facilities supporting energy markets, including LNG, NGLs, petroleum products, chemicals, hydrogen, and ammonia. This segment also manufactures and sells specialty, precision-engineered tank products, including geodesic domes, aluminum internal floating roofs, floating suction and skimmer systems, roof drain systems, and floating roof seals. The Utility and Power Infrastructure segment provides construction, maintenance, upgrades, and fabrication services for power generation facilities and power infrastructure system for power generation facilities and power infrastructure systems for various customers, such as public and private utilities, energy producers, and data centers. This segment also offers integrated EPC, fabrication, and upgrade services for LNG peak shaving facilities. The Process and Industrial Facilities segment engages in engineering, construction, maintenance, and repair services across various heavy industrial and energy transition markets comprising midstream and downstream energy, chemicals, mining and minerals, renewable fuels, and hydrogen, as well as involved in engineer and construct specialized infrastructure, and notably thermal vacuum test chambers for the aerospace and defense sectors. Matrix Service Company was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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