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Northwest Pipe Company (NWPX)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/02/2025: NWPX (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.
Number of Analysts
2 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $56.33
1 Year Target Price $56.33
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 20.45% | Avg. Invested days 36 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/02/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 511.85M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 15.97 | 1Y Target Price 56.33 |
Price to earnings Ratio 15.97 | 1Y Target Price 56.33 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2 | Beta 0.89 | 52 Weeks Range 36.97 - 57.76 | Updated Date 10/2/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 36.97 - 57.76 | Updated Date 10/2/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 3.32 |
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 - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 6.69% | Operating Margin (TTM) 9.94% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4.57% | Return on Equity (TTM) 9.14% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 15.97 | Forward PE 16.98 | Enterprise Value 645147823 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.03 |
Enterprise Value 645147823 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.03 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.29 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.08 | Shares Outstanding 9653882 | Shares Floating 9338586 |
Shares Outstanding 9653882 | Shares Floating 9338586 | ||
Percent Insiders 3.14 | Percent Institutions 86.43 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Northwest Pipe Company
Company Overview
History and Background
Northwest Pipe Company was founded in 1966. It has grown to be a leading manufacturer of engineered welded steel pipe products in North America.
Core Business Areas
- Water Transmission: Manufactures large diameter steel pipe for water and wastewater infrastructure applications.
- Prestressed Concrete Cylinder Pipe (PCCP): Manufactures large diameter concrete pressure pipe. In January 2024 they purchased Geneva Pipe Company and Utah Pipe & Precast.
- Energy Products: Produces steel pipe for a variety of energy applications.
- Other Products: Smaller diameter pipes and related products.
Leadership and Structure
Scott Montross serves as President and CEO. The company has a board of directors and is organized into business segments based on product type.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Water Transmission Pipe: Large-diameter welded steel pipe for water and wastewater pipelines. Market share is estimated around 20-25% in North America. Competitors include Ameron Water Transmission Group (now part of National Pipe & Plastics) and smaller regional players. Revenue from water transmission represents a significant portion of the total.
- PCCP: Large-diameter Concrete Cylinder Pipe used in water transmission and wastewater pipelines. Revenue from PCCP represents a significant portion of the total. Competitors include Thompson Pipe Group and Forterra Pipe & Precast.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The industry is driven by infrastructure spending, particularly for water and wastewater systems. Aging infrastructure and population growth are key drivers.
Positioning
Northwest Pipe Company is a major player in the North American steel pipe market, known for its engineering expertise and product quality. They are positioned to benefit from increased infrastructure investments.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for water and wastewater infrastructure is estimated to be several billion dollars annually. Northwest Pipe Company is well-positioned to capture a significant portion of this TAM through its established market presence and diverse product portfolio.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Leading market position in North America
- Strong engineering capabilities
- Established relationships with customers
- Diversified product portfolio
- Recent PCCP Acquisition
Weaknesses
- Dependence on infrastructure spending
- Exposure to raw material price fluctuations (steel)
- Seasonality of construction activity
- Limited geographical presence in some regions
Opportunities
- Increased infrastructure investment by governments
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Development of new products and services
- Acquisitions of smaller competitors
- Growth in the Western US
Threats
- Economic downturns and reduced infrastructure spending
- Increased competition from domestic and foreign manufacturers
- Changes in environmental regulations
- Fluctuations in steel prices
- Project delays
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- TPG
- FPP
Competitive Landscape
Northwest Pipe Company competes on product quality, engineering expertise, and customer service. Its competitive advantage lies in its established market position and diversified product portfolio.
Major Acquisitions
Geneva Pipe Company and Utah Pipe & Precast
- Year: 2024
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 83
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded production capacity of PCCP.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Northwest Pipe Company has experienced moderate growth in recent years, driven by increased demand for water infrastructure.
Future Projections: Analysts expect continued growth in the coming years, supported by increased infrastructure spending and the company's expansion initiatives. Anticipated revenue growth of 3-5% annually.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding manufacturing capacity, entering new geographic markets, and developing new products.
Summary
Northwest Pipe Company is a key player in the North American steel pipe market, particularly for water infrastructure. Their strengths lie in their market position and engineering expertise. They face challenges from raw material costs and competition. Opportunities exist from increased infrastructure investment and geographic expansion. The purchase of the Geneva Pipe Company and Utah Pipe & Precast increases their capacity in the PCCP market, providing increased revenue opportunities.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Website
- Industry Reports
- Financial News Articles
- SEC Filings
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Market data and estimates are subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Northwest Pipe Company
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Vancouver, WA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1995-11-30 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Scott J. Montross | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Steel | Full time employees 1358 | Website https://www.nwpipe.com |
Full time employees 1358 | Website https://www.nwpipe.com | ||
NWPX Infrastructure, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacture and sale of water-related infrastructure products in North America and Canada. It operates through two segments, Engineered Steel Pressure Pipe (SPP) and Precast Infrastructure and Engineered Systems (Precast). The SPP segment provides large-diameter and high-pressure steel pipeline systems for use in water infrastructure applications, which are primarily related to drinking water systems. Its products are also used for hydroelectric power systems, wastewater systems, seismic resiliency, and other applications. In addition, this segment makes products for industrial plant piping systems and certain structural applications. The Precast segment offers stormwater and wastewater technology products, precast, and reinforced concrete products, including reinforced concrete pipe, manholes, box culverts, vaults and catch basins, pump lift stations, oil water separators, biofiltration units, steel casing pipes, and bar-wrapped concrete cylinder pipes, as well as pipeline system joints, fittings, specialized components, and other environmental and engineered solutions. The company sells its water infrastructure products under the ParkUSA, Geneva Pipe and Precast, Permalok, and Northwest Pipe Company brands primarily to installation contractors. The company was formerly known as Northwest Pipe Company and changed its name to NWPX Infrastructure, Inc. in June 2025. NWPX Infrastructure, Inc. was incorporated in 1966 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Washington.
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