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ePlus inc (PLUS)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/10/2025: PLUS (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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
1 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $92
1 Year Target Price $92
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 29.82% | Avg. Invested days 42 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/10/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.85B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 16.66 | 1Y Target Price 92 |
Price to earnings Ratio 16.66 | 1Y Target Price 92 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 1.16 | 52 Weeks Range 53.64 - 106.61 | Updated Date 10/12/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 53.64 - 106.61 | Updated Date 10/12/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.35% | Basic EPS (TTM) 4.18 |
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 5.45% | Operating Margin (TTM) 6.55% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.39% | Return on Equity (TTM) 11.42% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 16.66 | Forward PE 20.28 | Enterprise Value 1589975088 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.85 |
Enterprise Value 1589975088 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.85 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.73 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.48 | Shares Outstanding 26625574 | Shares Floating 25828014 |
Shares Outstanding 26625574 | Shares Floating 25828014 | ||
Percent Insiders 2.24 | Percent Institutions 98.97 |
Upturn AI SWOT
ePlus inc
Company Overview
History and Background
ePlus inc. was founded in 1990. It began as a value-added reseller (VAR) of IT hardware and software. Over time, it has evolved into a technology solutions provider offering a broad range of services including cloud, security, and managed services.
Core Business Areas
- Technology Solutions: Provides IT infrastructure solutions, including hardware, software, and services for networking, security, data center, cloud, and collaboration.
- Financing Solutions: Offers leasing and financing options to help customers acquire technology solutions.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team includes Mark Marron (CEO) and Elaine Clancy (CFO). ePlus operates with a regional sales structure supported by specialized technology practices.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Networking Solutions: Networking hardware and software solutions including switches, routers, and wireless infrastructure. Competitors include Cisco, Juniper Networks, and HPE Aruba. Market share data is difficult to pinpoint precisely for ePlus specifically within the broader networking market due to its reseller model but estimates place them in the mid single-digit percentiles.
- Security Solutions: Security software and hardware, offering solutions in network security, endpoint security, and data protection. Competitors include Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, and CrowdStrike. Similar market share estimates as Networking Solutions, in the mid single-digit percentiles.
- Cloud Solutions: Cloud computing solutions include cloud migration, cloud management, and cloud security. Competitors include Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Revenue from cloud is significant but direct market share is difficult to quantify given the nature of indirect sales and service offerings.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The IT solutions and services industry is characterized by rapid technological advancements, increasing demand for cloud computing, cybersecurity concerns, and a growing need for digital transformation.
Positioning
ePlus positions itself as a trusted advisor and solutions integrator, offering comprehensive IT solutions tailored to specific customer needs. Its competitive advantage lies in its technical expertise, vendor partnerships, and customer service.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global managed services market is estimated to reach hundreds of billions of dollars. ePlus aims to capture a larger share through strategic acquisitions and expanding its service offerings.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong vendor partnerships
- Experienced technical team
- Comprehensive service offerings
- Strong customer relationships
- Recurring revenue streams
Weaknesses
- Reliance on vendor relationships
- Susceptible to economic cycles
- Competition in a fragmented market
- Potential Integration risks from acquisitions
Opportunities
- Expanding cloud service offerings
- Growing cybersecurity market
- Digital transformation initiatives
- Strategic acquisitions
- Growing Government Technology Spending
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Increased competition
- Rapid technological changes
- Vendor consolidation
- Supply Chain Disruptions
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- CDW (CDW)
- Insight Enterprises (NSIT)
- SHI International
Competitive Landscape
ePlus competes with larger IT solutions providers. Its strengths lie in its specialized expertise and customer focus.
Major Acquisitions
IGXglobal
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 18.4
- Strategic Rationale: Expanding cloud and managed services capabilities.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: ePlus has experienced moderate revenue growth through organic expansion and acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates project continued revenue growth driven by demand for cloud, security, and managed services.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include acquisitions of companies specializing in cloud and security solutions.
Summary
ePlus is a moderately strong company experiencing growth due to its strategic focus on cloud, security, and managed services. It boasts strong vendor partnerships and expertise. Competition and economic downturns are key challenges. Strategic acquisitions are a tool it leverages for increased value.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- ePlus investor relations website
- SEC filings
- Industry reports
- Company Press Releases
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Market data and analyst 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.
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About ePlus inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Herndon, VA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1996-11-14 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Mark P. Marron | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Software - Application | Full time employees 2182 | Website https://www.eplus.com |
Full time employees 2182 | Website https://www.eplus.com | ||
ePlus inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides information technology (IT) solutions that enable organizations to optimize IT environment and supply chain processes in the United States and internationally. The company sells third-party hardware, perpetual and subscription software, and maintenance; and software assurance and other third-party services. It also offers professional services, such as staff augmentation, project management, cloud consulting, Al advisory, consulting, security and collaboration solution, warehouse, configuration, and logistic service, as well as in the spaces of digital signage, EV charging solution, loss prevention and security, store opening, remodel, and store closing; and managed services comprising enhanced maintenance support or ePlus Lifecycle-Services Support, service desk, storage-as-a-service, azure recover, cloud managed, and managed security service, as well as managed service for infrastructure and cloud. In addition, the company offers financing arrangements, including sales-type and operating leases, loan, and consumption-based financing arrangement, as well as underwriting and management, and disposal of IT equipment and assets; and financing operations, such as sales, pricing, credit, contract, accounting, risk management, and asset management. Further, it finances IT equipment, communication-related equipment, medical equipment, industrial machinery and equipment, office furniture and general office equipment, transportation equipment, and other general business equipment; and provides financing solutions, including front-end processing, lifecycle and asset ownership, and end-of-life services. The company serves telecom, media and entertainment, technology, state and local government, educational institutions, healthcare, and financial services. The company was formerly known as MLC Holdings, Inc. and changed its name to ePlus inc. in 1999. ePlus inc. was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Herndon, Virginia.
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