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Quanex Building Products (NX)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/09/2025: NX (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 $33.75
1 Year Target Price $33.75
| 2 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 4.8% | Avg. Invested days 37 | 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 07/09/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 951.19M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 55.92 | 1Y Target Price 33.75 |
Price to earnings Ratio 55.92 | 1Y Target Price 33.75 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2 | Beta 1.01 | 52 Weeks Range 15.24 - 34.49 | Updated Date 07/9/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 15.24 - 34.49 | Updated Date 07/9/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.69% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.37 |
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 1.05% | Operating Margin (TTM) 9.25% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.76% | Return on Equity (TTM) 2.18% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 55.92 | Forward PE 7.39 | Enterprise Value 1815208597 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.59 |
Enterprise Value 1815208597 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.59 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.12 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.08 | Shares Outstanding 45973200 | Shares Floating 40598042 |
Shares Outstanding 45973200 | Shares Floating 40598042 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.03 | Percent Institutions 105.34 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Quanex Building Products
Company Overview
History and Background
Quanex Building Products was founded in 1927 as a small metal processor. Over the years, it has evolved into a leading manufacturer of components for the building products industry through organic growth and strategic acquisitions.
Core Business Areas
- North American Fenestration: This segment produces window and door components such as insulated glass spacers, screens, and vinyl profiles.
- International Fenestration: Similar to the North American segment, this segment focuses on serving international markets with fenestration components.
- North American Cabinet Components: This segment produces kitchen and bath cabinet doors, drawers, and other cabinet components
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team comprises experienced executives with backgrounds in manufacturing and building products. The organizational structure is designed to support decentralized operations within each business segment.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Insulated Glass Spacers: Quanex is a leading provider of insulated glass spacers, used to improve the energy efficiency of windows. Market share is significant, estimated at 30-40% in North America. Competitors include Technoform Bautec and Fenzi SpA.
- Window and Door Screens: Quanex manufactures a wide range of window and door screens. Market share is moderate, estimated at 15-20% in North America. Competitors include Phifer Incorporated and Saint-Gobain ADFORS.
- Cabinet Doors and Drawers: Quanex produces cabinet doors and drawers for kitchen and bathroom cabinets. This market share is estimated at 10% in North America. Competitors include MasterBrand Cabinets and American Woodmark Corporation.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The building products industry is cyclical and influenced by housing starts, renovation activity, and economic growth. Demand is driven by both new construction and remodeling markets.
Positioning
Quanex is positioned as a leading supplier of components to building product manufacturers, focusing on high-quality products and efficient service. Its competitive advantage lies in its breadth of product offerings and strong customer relationships.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for building product components is estimated at $50 billion annually. Quanex is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM through its various product lines.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diverse Product Portfolio
- Strong Customer Relationships
- Efficient Manufacturing Operations
- Established Market Presence
Weaknesses
- Cyclical Business Model
- Dependence on Housing Market
- Exposure to Raw Material Price Fluctuations
- Limited Brand Recognition with Consumers
Opportunities
- Expansion into New Geographies
- Development of Innovative Products
- Strategic Acquisitions
- Increased Focus on Sustainability
Threats
- Economic Downturn
- Increased Competition
- Rising Raw Material Costs
- Changes in Building Codes and Regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Masco Corporation (MAS)
- Fortune Brands Innovations (FBIN)
- JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. (JELD)
Competitive Landscape
Quanex competes effectively with larger and smaller players in the building products industry. Its competitive advantage lies in its focus on high-quality components and efficient service.
Major Acquisitions
HL Precision Manufacturing
- Year: 2023
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 114
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Quanex's capabilities in precision components for fenestration products.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Quanex has achieved consistent growth in revenue and earnings over the past decade, driven by both organic growth and acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth in revenue and earnings over the next few years, supported by a favorable outlook for the housing market and strategic investments in new products and markets.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include investments in new manufacturing capacity, expansion into new product lines, and acquisitions of complementary businesses.
Summary
Quanex is a fundamentally sound company with a diverse product portfolio and strong customer relationships. Its exposure to the cyclical housing market and raw material price fluctuations are challenges. Its recent acquisitions and strategic initiatives position it for continued growth. Investors should monitor economic conditions and competitive pressures.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings (10-K, 10-Q), Investor Presentations, Analyst Reports, Market Research Reports
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual research and consultation with a qualified financial advisor.
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 Quanex Building Products
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Houston, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1987-12-30 | President, CEO & Chairman Mr. George L. Wilson | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Building Products & Equipment | Full time employees 7068 | Website https://www.quanex.com |
Full time employees 7068 | Website https://www.quanex.com | ||
Quanex Building Products Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, provides components for the fenestration industry in the United States, Europe, Canada, Asia, and internationally. It offers energy-efficient flexible insulating glass spacers, extruded vinyl profiles, window and door screens, precision-formed metal and wood products, window and door seals, and window and door hardware. In addition, the company provides various non-fenestration components and products, including solar panel sealants, trim moldings, vinyl decking, water retention barriers, conservatory roof components, and commercial access solutions. It sells its products to original equipment manufacturers in the building products industry through sales representatives, direct sales force, distributors, and independent sales agents. Quanex Building Products Corporation was founded in 1927 and is based in Houston, Texas.
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