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RB Global Inc.(RBA)

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EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
1-STAR RATING
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BUY for 9 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+0.89% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$94.26
11/12/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for RBA

11/12/2026: RBA (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

RB Global is a prominent operator of marketplaces for commercial assets and vehicles, providing essential auction and disposition services. The company has a leading position in heavy equipment auctions and has significantly expanded its footprint into the vehicle salvage market through its recent acquisition of IAA. This diversification strategy offers a primary growth opportunity by creating an end-to-end asset lifecycle platform. However, investors must consider the integration risks, competitive pressures from incumbents like Copart, and sensitivity to economic cycles. The stock may suit growth-oriented investors looking for exposure to industrial and salvage markets, though monitoring the execution of synergy targets is crucial.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitThe company is in a growth phase, leveraging a broader platform to capture more share in industrial and vehicle markets.
Momentum investorMixed fitThis is conditional on sustained positive performance following the integration of major acquisitions.
Value investorMixed fitValuation fluctuates based on the market's assessment of how well the company realizes synergies from its recent acquisitions.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company has a history of returning value to shareholders through regular dividends.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe company's industry exposure and acquisition-heavy strategy introduce volatility and integration risks.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highMarket sentiment regarding integration success can cause significant stock price movement.
Valuation riskMediumInvestors must weigh the premium paid for acquisitions against long-term synergy potential.
Competition risk (Salvage & Industrial)HighStrong incumbents like Copart challenge market share growth in key segments.
Business qualityMedium / highThe business benefits from a strong network effect but requires high operational discipline.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends are stable but may be deprioritized if the company pursues further debt-heavy growth.
Execution riskHighSuccessfully merging large-scale operations remains the primary driver of future performance.

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 17.34B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 37.08
1Y Target Price 127.27
Price to earnings Ratio 37.08
1Y Target Price 127.27
Volume (30-day avg) 2.2M shares
Beta 0.47
52 Weeks Range 78.05 - 118.51
Updated Date 11/12/2026
52 Weeks Range 78.05 - 118.51
Updated Date 11/12/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.33%
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.58

Sector & Industry Intelligence

Sector

Industrials

Constructive
Sentiment
Bullish
Momentum
BUY Breadth Improving
BUY participation
39.5%
Active BUY / eligible
30 / 76
30-Day BUY Count Change
+12
Market state
Bullish

More qualifying stocks are receiving or maintaining BUY advisories, indicating improving market participation.

Industry

Specialty Business Services

BUY participation
66.7%
Active BUY / eligible
2 / 3
30-Day BUY Count Change
+2

Eligible universe: 3 stocks.

Sector signal summarizes BUY breadth conditions for the sector. It does not override this stock’s BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

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 -7.29%
Avg. Invested days 49
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
RBA receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
RBA has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, moderate earnings growth (+5.5%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 15.7%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+9.0%), soft profitability (net margin 9.3%), very low insider ownership of 0.29%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
RBA's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (15.7% of revenue). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is RBA's strongest growth driver at +11.7% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). Revenue growth (+9.0%, moderate) and earnings growth (+5.5%, moderate) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 117.2% and approximately 94.5% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.29%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 8.42%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 7.25%
Massachusetts Financial Services Company 6.33%
EdgePoint Investment 5.16%
Fidelity International Ltd 4.74%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
RBA generates approximately $358 of gross profit, $177 of operating income, and $157 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Moderate margins and strong cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is soft.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 20.16%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
RBA has a large-cap, liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Low VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Auction ServicesCommission-based fees from selling heavy machinery and salvage vehicles.The company makes money every time they facilitate a successful sale between a seller and a buyer.
Commercial ServicesFees from valuations, financing, and inspection services.These services provide recurring, steady income streams beyond simple auction commissions.

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 2026-11-09
When Before Market
Estimate 0.93
Actual 0.97

Profitability

Profit Margin 10.51%
Operating Margin (TTM) 17.28%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 4.39%
Return on Equity (TTM) 8.99%

Valuation

Trailing PE 37.08
Forward PE 19.34
Enterprise Value 22.26B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.45
Enterprise Value 22.26B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.45
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.43
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.4
Shares Outstanding 181.30M
Shares Floating 171.39M
Shares Outstanding 181.30M
Shares Floating 171.39M
Percent Insiders 0.29
Percent Institutions 117.19

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

Information icon Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.

Net Income (Profit)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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