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Park Aerospace Corp(PKE)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for PKE
10/02/2026: PKE (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Park Aerospace Corp is a specialized manufacturer of high-performance composite materials and assemblies for the aerospace industry. The company is known for its lean operating structure and focus on high-complexity, niche programs, which allows it to maintain a competitive position despite its smaller scale compared to industry giants. Its main investment story rests on the long-term adoption of lightweight composite materials in new aircraft platforms. However, investors must consider risks related to aerospace program cycles, raw material cost volatility, and intense competition from larger suppliers. The stock may suit dividend-oriented investors seeking exposure to the aerospace supply chain, while potential growth depends on program execution and aircraft production trends.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Growth is largely tied to long-term aerospace program cycles rather than rapid scaling. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | The stock tends to trade based on industry fundamentals rather than high-velocity price momentum. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Valuation depends on the cycle, but the company's focus on niche profitability may appeal to value-oriented investors. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | A history of consistent dividends and occasional special payouts makes it relevant for income-focused portfolios. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | Exposure to cyclical aerospace demand creates volatility that may not suit the most risk-averse investors. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | Aerospace industry cycles can lead to significant swings in equity valuation. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | As a niche player, PKE valuation is highly sensitive to earnings expectations of its specific aerospace programs. |
| Competition risk (composite suppliers) | High | Large competitors like Hexcel have greater scale to pressure pricing on critical aerospace components. |
| Business quality | Medium | The business benefits from high barriers to entry but remains vulnerable to customer consolidation. |
| Dividend income | Medium / high | While dividends are a staple, their consistency depends on the capital-intensive nature of the aerospace business. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Failure to meet strict OEM aerospace standards could result in the loss of major program contracts. |
Price Behavior
Rolling Over
The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 67.54% | Avg. Invested days 51 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/02/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 646.45M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 47.17 | 1Y Target Price 42.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 47.17 | 1Y Target Price 42.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 240.8K shares | Beta 0.41 | 52 Weeks Range 17.93 - 39.69 | Updated Date 10/01/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 17.93 - 39.69 | Updated Date 10/01/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.69% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.63 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Composite Materials | Resin-impregnated prepregs and film adhesives for aerospace structures. | Revenue comes from selling specialized materials that aircraft makers need to build lighter, stronger planes. |
| Aerospace Assemblies | Manufacturing of composite parts and sub-assemblies for engines and frames. | The company also earns money by manufacturing actual parts for aerospace customers, adding more value than just raw materials. |
| Geography | Primarily North American production with global aerospace customer base. | The company relies on the global aerospace market, though production is concentrated in North America. |
Earnings Date
Report Date 2026-10-08 | When After Market | Estimate 0.16 | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 16.7% | Operating Margin (TTM) 21.93% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 7.12% | Return on Equity (TTM) 10.79% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 47.17 | Forward PE 17.09 | Enterprise Value 562.13M | Price to Sales(TTM) 8.48 |
Enterprise Value 562.13M | Price to Sales(TTM) 8.48 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 7.38 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 33.13 | Shares Outstanding 21.75M | Shares Floating 20.64M |
Shares Outstanding 21.75M | Shares Floating 20.64M | ||
Percent Insiders 4.99 | Percent Institutions 93.58 |
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Financial Metrics
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Total Revenue (Scale)
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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 Park Aerospace Corp
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters Westbury, NY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1987-12-30 | Chairman & CEO Mr. Brian E. Shore | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Aerospace & Defense | Full time employees 125 | Website https://www.parkaerospace.com |
Full time employees 125 | Website https://www.parkaerospace.com | ||
Park Aerospace Corp., an aerospace company, develops and manufactures solution and hot-melt advanced composite materials used to produce composite structures for the aerospace market in North America, Asia, and Europe. It offers advanced composite materials, including film adhesives and lightning strike protection materials used to produce primary and secondary structures for jet engines, large and regional transport aircraft, military aircraft, unmanned aerial vehicles, business jets, general aviation aircraft, and rotary wing aircraft. The company also provides specialty ablative materials for rocket motors and nozzles; and designed materials for radome applications. In addition, it designs and fabricates composite parts, structures and assemblies, and low volume tooling for the aerospace industry. The company was formerly known as Park Electrochemical Corp. and changed its name to Park Aerospace Corp. in July 2019. Park Aerospace Corp. was incorporated in 1954 and is based in Westbury, New York.
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