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National Presto Industries Inc (NPK)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/17/2025: NPK (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -2.09% | Avg. Invested days 31 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/17/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 699.86M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 16.4 | 1Y Target Price 18.93 |
Price to earnings Ratio 16.4 | 1Y Target Price 18.93 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.48 | 52 Weeks Range 68.88 - 102.88 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 68.88 - 102.88 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.02% | Basic EPS (TTM) 5.97 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 10.24% | Operating Margin (TTM) 8.75% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 6.88% | Return on Equity (TTM) 12.14% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 16.4 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 704151853 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.69 |
Enterprise Value 704151853 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.69 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.7 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.34 | Shares Outstanding 7147280 | Shares Floating 5273979 |
Shares Outstanding 7147280 | Shares Floating 5273979 | ||
Percent Insiders 27.97 | Percent Institutions 58.05 |
Upturn AI SWOT
National Presto Industries Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
National Presto Industries, Inc. was founded in 1905 as Northwestern Steel and Iron Works. It initially focused on manufacturing pressure cookers and related products. Over time, it diversified into defense products and absorbent products.
Core Business Areas
- Housewares/Small Appliance: Manufactures and sells pressure cookers, electric deep fryers, griddles, slow cookers, and other small appliances under the Presto brand.
- Defense: Manufactures 40mm ammunition, precision mechanical and electro-mechanical products, medium caliber cartridge cases, and related products for the U.S. Department of Defense and its prime contractors.
- Absorbent Products: Manufactures and sells adult incontinence products.
Leadership and Structure
Maryjo Cohen serves as the Chairman, President, and CEO. The company operates with a traditional hierarchical structure, with divisions focused on specific product lines.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Presto Pressure Cookers: Presto is a well-known brand in pressure cookers, with a significant share in the North American market. Competitors include Instant Pot, Ninja, and All American.
- 40mm Ammunition: National Presto is a major supplier of 40mm ammunition to the U.S. military. Competitors include General Dynamics and Olin Corporation (Winchester).
- Adult Incontinence Products: The company sells adult incontinence products. Market share data is more fragmented, and competitors include Procter & Gamble (Always Discreet), Kimberly-Clark (Depend), and Cardinal Health.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The housewares industry is competitive and influenced by consumer trends. The defense industry is driven by government spending and geopolitical events. The absorbent products market is driven by demographics (aging population) and consumer demand.
Positioning
National Presto holds a strong position in niche markets like pressure cookers and 40mm ammunition. It benefits from brand recognition and established relationships with key customers. High-quality manufacturing. The incontinence market is more competitive.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
TAM estimates are segmented. Housewares is in the billions annually. Defense spending is massive, reaching hundreds of billions annually. The global adult incontinence market is estimated to be over $10 billion. National Presto's position varies by segment, being strong in specific niches but less prominent in broader categories.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Established Brand Recognition (Presto)
- Strong Relationships with the U.S. Department of Defense
- Diversified Business Segments
- Proven Manufacturing Expertise
- Consistent Profitability
Weaknesses
- Reliance on Government Contracts (Defense Segment)
- Limited Innovation in Some Product Lines
- Exposure to Commodity Price Fluctuations
- Small Relative to Major Competitors in Each Segment
- Dependence on single CEO
Opportunities
- Expansion into New Geographic Markets
- Development of New Products and Technologies
- Increased Government Spending on Defense
- Growth in the Adult Incontinence Market Due to Aging Population
- Strategic Acquisitions to Enhance Product Portfolio
Threats
- Changes in Government Defense Spending Policies
- Increased Competition from Lower-Cost Manufacturers
- Fluctuations in Raw Material Costs
- Economic Downturn Impacting Consumer Spending
- Regulatory Changes Affecting Product Safety or Environmental Standards
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Instant Brands (DNLI)
- General Dynamics (GD)
- Procter & Gamble (PG)
- Kimberly-Clark (KMB)
- Olin Corporation (OLN)
Competitive Landscape
National Presto competes through brand recognition, established relationships (defense), and specialized products. It faces challenges from larger competitors with greater resources in certain segments. Their ability to secure defense contracts heavily influences overall performance.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth trends are not available at this time.
Future Projections: Future growth projections are not available at this time.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives undertaken by National Presto Industries Inc. are not available at this time.
Summary
National Presto is a diversified company with strengths in specific niches. Its defense segment provides a stable revenue stream, but also makes it vulnerable to government spending changes. While it has a recognizable brand in housewares, it needs to continue innovating to maintain market share. Overall, its financial performance hinges on maintaining strong relationships with key customers and adapting to changing market conditions.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Website
- SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and general industry knowledge. Financial data is limited due to legal constraints and not guaranteed for accuracy or completeness. This analysis should not be considered financial advice.
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 National Presto Industries Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Eau Claire, WI, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1987-12-30 | Chairman, President & CEO Ms. Maryjo J. Cohen | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Aerospace & Defense | Full time employees 1126 | Website https://www.gopresto.com |
Full time employees 1126 | Website https://www.gopresto.com | ||
National Presto Industries, Inc. provides housewares and small appliance, defense, and safety products in North America. The company's Housewares/Small Appliance segment designs, markets, and distributes housewares and small electrical appliances, including pressure cookers and canners; kitchen electrics, and comfort appliances; heat control line of skillets, griddles, woks, and multi-purpose cookers; slow cookers; deep fryers; air fryers; waffle makers; pizza ovens; slicer/shredders; electric heaters; corn poppers; dehydrators; vacuum sealers; microwave bacon cookers; coffeemakers and coffeemaker accessories; electric knife sharpeners; and timers under the Presto Control Master brand. This segment sells its products directly to retailers, as well as through independent distributors. Its Defense segment manufactures and sells 40mm ammunition, precision mechanical and electro-mechanical products, medium caliber cartridge cases, and metal parts; and detonators, booster pellets, release cartridges, lead azide, other military energetic devices and materials, and assemblies. This segment primarily serves the United States Department of Defense (DOD) and DOD prime contractors. The company's Safety segment patented machine learning, digital sensors, and cloud-based technology to monitor freezers and refrigerators that detects and alerts users to potential safety issues around pharmaceuticals and food. National Presto Industries, Inc. was founded in 1905 and is based in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.
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