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Quanex Building Products (NX)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: 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 8.24% | Avg. Invested days 42 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 977.85M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 57.49 | 1Y Target Price 33.75 |
Price to earnings Ratio 57.49 | 1Y Target Price 33.75 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2 | Beta 1.05 | 52 Weeks Range 15.24 - 31.88 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 15.24 - 31.88 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.50% | 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 2025-09-04 | When - | Estimate 0.8525 | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 1.05% | Operating Margin (TTM) 10.02% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.9% | Return on Equity (TTM) 2.18% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 57.49 | Forward PE 7.77 | Enterprise Value 1846470343 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.6 |
Enterprise Value 1846470343 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.6 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.14 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.29 | Shares Outstanding 45973200 | Shares Floating 40598956 |
Shares Outstanding 45973200 | Shares Floating 40598956 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.03 | Percent Institutions 102.6 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Quanex Building Products
Company Overview
History and Background
Quanex Building Products was founded in 1927 as a division of the Standard Seamless Tube Company. It evolved through various acquisitions and restructurings to become a leading manufacturer of components for the building products industry.
Core Business Areas
- North American Fenestration: Supplies engineered materials, components, and systems to window and door manufacturers in North America.
- European Fenestration: Provides similar products and services to window and door manufacturers in Europe.
- North American Cabinet Components: Produces kitchen and bath cabinet doors and components
Leadership and Structure
The company is led by George Wilson, President and CEO. The organizational structure comprises functional departments and business units aligned with its core business areas.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Window and Door Components: Includes spacers, screens, and insulating glass systems. Market share data varies by specific component but they are a leading player in the North American market. Competitors include Cardinal Glass Industries, AGC Glass, and L&L Insulation.
- Cabinet Doors and Components: Manufactures cabinet doors, components, and millwork products for kitchen and bath applications. Market share is significant in North America. Competitors include Wilsonart, Arauco, and Uniboard.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The building products industry is influenced by factors such as housing starts, remodeling activity, and economic conditions. There is a drive toward energy efficiency and sustainable building practices.
Positioning
Quanex is a leading supplier of components to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the fenestration and cabinet industries, with a focus on value-added products and solutions.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for building products is estimated in the hundreds of billions of dollars. Quanex is positioned to capture a portion of this market through its focus on components and systems.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong market position in key segments
- Diversified product portfolio
- Established relationships with OEMs
- Focus on innovation and product development
Weaknesses
- Dependence on housing market cycles
- Exposure to raw material price fluctuations
- Geographic concentration in North America and Europe
- Relatively small sales and market presence in Asia
Opportunities
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Increased demand for energy-efficient building products
- Acquisitions of complementary businesses
- Development of new products and technologies
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Increased competition
- Changes in building codes and regulations
- Disruptions in supply chains
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- PGTI
- MAS
- AND
Competitive Landscape
Quanex's advantages include its focus on components, its strong relationships with OEMs, and its commitment to innovation. Disadvantages include its dependence on housing market cycles and its exposure to raw material price fluctuations.
Major Acquisitions
HL Plastics
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 152
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Quanex's European presence and product offerings in the vinyl window and door market.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Quanex has experienced growth through acquisitions and organic expansion. Growth rates have been influenced by the cyclical nature of the building products industry.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates vary but generally project moderate growth driven by demand for energy-efficient products and expansion into new markets.
Recent Initiatives: Strategic acquisitions to broaden product offerings, investments in manufacturing capacity, and initiatives to improve operational efficiency.
Summary
Quanex Building Products is a leading supplier in the building products industry with a focus on components. They show strong financial performance and strategic acquisitions. However, its performance is susceptible to housing market cycles and raw material costs, highlighting a need for diversification. Future growth depends on new markets and innovation.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company website
- Financial news sources
- Analyst reports
- SEC Filings
Disclaimers:
The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market share data and competitor information are estimates and may not be precise.
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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