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Ammo Inc(POWW)

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2-STAR RATING
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09/15/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for POWW

09/15/2026: POWW (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Ammo Inc is a niche player in the ammunition manufacturing and e-commerce space, best known for operating the GunBroker.com marketplace. The company’s primary strength lies in its vertical integration and the high-margin, data-rich nature of its digital platform. Its investment story centers on the potential to scale these operations while cross-selling products across its user base. However, investors must consider significant risks, including high industry cyclicality, sensitivity to firearms legislation, and capital-intensive manufacturing costs. This stock is better suited for growth-oriented investors with high risk tolerance who are capable of monitoring the evolving regulatory environment and the execution of the company’s hybrid business model.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company is in a growth phase but faces significant headwinds related to industry cyclicality.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock tends to show high sensitivity to industry-wide demand surges and news cycles.
Value investorMixed fitValuation is often tied to volatile sentiment rather than stable, predictable earnings multiples.
Dividend investorWeak fitIrregular dividend payments make it unsuitable for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh volatility and sensitivity to political risks make this inappropriate for conservative investors.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock is highly reactive to news regarding gun control legislation and industry sales data.
Valuation riskMedium / highFluctuations in sentiment can cause wide swings in market capitalization regardless of underlying fundamentals.
Competition risk (firearms manufacturing)HighThe company faces established, large-scale competitors that can influence pricing and supply.
Business qualityMediumWhile GunBroker is a high-quality asset, the manufacturing business remains capital-heavy and margin-sensitive.
Dividend incomeLowThe company does not prioritize regular payouts to shareholders.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccessfully integrating e-commerce with manufacturing remains a complex operational challenge.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 1.39%
Avg. Invested days 36
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

POWW receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

POWW has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, strong earnings growth (+97.3%) is partially offset by soft cash generation (FCF margin -2.7%), moderate revenue growth (+3.5%), soft profitability (net margin -6.9%).

Financial Health Rating

POWW's financial health is supported by moderate liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 22.9%). Cash strength is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

Earnings growth is POWW's strongest growth driver at +97.3% FY2026 versus FY2025 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, free-cash-flow growth (+89.6%, strong) is also strong, while revenue growth (+3.5%, moderate) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

Institutional ownership is 56.5% and approximately 83.3% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 30.38% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Balentine LLC 14.86%
Kanen Wealth Management LLC 9.92%
BlackRock Inc 5.79%
Arnhold & S. Bleichroeder Advisers, LLC 3.69%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.45%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

POWW generates approximately $591 of gross profit, $-16 of operating income, and $-27 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Strong cash conversion and healthy margins support the rating, although capital efficiency remains below the highest tier.

Economic Dimensions

Effective Tax Rate: 27.75%

Quantitative Style Profile

POWW has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Small / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 249.53M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 107.5
1Y Target Price 3.5
Price to earnings Ratio 107.5
1Y Target Price 3.5
Volume (30-day avg) 579.9K shares
Beta 1.02
52 Weeks Range 1.39 - 2.67
Updated Date 09/15/2026
52 Weeks Range 1.39 - 2.67
Updated Date 09/15/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.02

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Ammunition ManufacturingProduction and sale of brass-cased ammunition and specialty rounds.Revenue comes from selling physical products to hunters and sport shooters.
Marketplace ServicesTransaction fees and advertising revenue from GunBroker.com.The company earns money through fees whenever a firearm or accessory is sold on its platform.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Valuation

Trailing PE 107.5
Forward PE 70.92
Enterprise Value 189.31M
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.64
Enterprise Value 189.31M
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.64
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.52
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.08
Shares Outstanding 116.06M
Shares Floating 96.68M
Shares Outstanding 116.06M
Shares Floating 96.68M
Percent Insiders 30.38
Percent Institutions 56.49

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Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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About Ammo Inc

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquarters Atlanta, GA, United States
IPO Launch date 2016-01-07
CEO & Chairman Mr. Steven F. Urvan
Sector Industrials
Industry Aerospace & Defense
Full time employees 63
Full time employees 63

Outdoor Holding Company engages in online marketplace business. It owns and operates the GunBroker e-commerce marketplace, an auction site that supports the lawful sale of firearms, ammunition, and hunting/shooting accessories. The company also offers a state and federal compliant solution that connects buyers with sellers. Outdoor Holding Company was formerly known as AMMO, Inc. and changed its name to Outdoor Holding Company in April 2025. Outdoor Holding Company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.