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RCM Technologies Inc(RCMT)

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EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
1-STAR RATING
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BUY for 76 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+37.32% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$38.71
10/14/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for RCMT

10/14/2026: RCMT (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

RCM Technologies is a professional services company providing specialized healthcare staffing, engineering solutions, and IT support to diverse markets. The company has seen success by focusing on high-margin niches, particularly within school-based clinical staffing and energy sector engineering. Its primary investment story centers on leveraging infrastructure investment trends and persistent healthcare demand to drive sustainable growth. Key risks include labor shortages, reliance on specific large-scale contracts, and exposure to fluctuating government funding. The stock may suit investors seeking a balance of growth and income, though it is best monitored for developments in segment margins and contract renewal rates.

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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 investorMixed fitThe company provides moderate growth potential, though it is not a hyper-growth technology firm.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock has demonstrated strong upward trends historically, appealing to momentum-driven strategies.
Value investorMixed fitValuation is often tied to cyclical staffing trends, making timing critical.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company has established a history of returning capital to shareholders through consistent dividend payments.
Low-risk investorWeak fitSmall-cap volatility and industry cyclicality present risks inappropriate for conservative portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highSmall-cap stocks in the staffing sector are prone to rapid price fluctuations based on market sentiment.
Valuation riskMediumThe stock can trade at premiums during periods of high growth, potentially leaving little margin for error.
Competition risk (Staffing & Engineering)Medium / highIntense competition for labor and professional services requires constant investment to maintain market share.
Business qualityMediumService-based business models rely heavily on human capital, which can be difficult to scale consistently.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends remain subject to board approval and overall company financial health.
Execution riskMediumSuccessful growth depends on integrating acquired assets and managing diverse client contracts effectively.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

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

Extreme Price Shocks
PRICE STABILITY

Extreme Price Shocks

The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 54.53%
Avg. Invested days 38
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
RCMT receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals, solid quantitative characteristics, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
RCMT has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+22.6%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 5.4%) are partially offset by soft profitability (net margin 5.1%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
RCMT's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 34.2%). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is RCMT's strongest growth driver at +382.8% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+14.7%, solid) and earnings growth (+22.6%, solid) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 46.4% and approximately 60.0% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 33.06% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Renaissance Technologies Corp 5.51%
Pacific Ridge Capital Partners, LLC 4.29%
BlackRock Inc 4.01%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 2.75%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 2.46%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
RCMT generates approximately $269 of gross profit, $79 of operating income, and $54 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Soft margins and moderate cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is strong.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 26.00%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
RCMT has a high-quality, liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 285.21M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 17.44
1Y Target Price 45
Price to earnings Ratio 17.44
1Y Target Price 45
Volume (30-day avg) 79.8K shares
Beta 0.4
52 Weeks Range 17.26 - 43.68
Updated Date 10/14/2026
52 Weeks Range 17.26 - 43.68
Updated Date 10/14/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.3

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Specialty Health CareStaffing and placement of clinical professionals in educational and healthcare facilities.This is the primary growth engine, benefiting from consistent demand in specialized therapy and nursing.
Engineering ServicesConsulting and design for energy and infrastructure projects.Provides stable, long-term revenue through participation in infrastructure and energy transition projects.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE 17.44
Forward PE 12.8
Enterprise Value 309.77M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.85
Enterprise Value 309.77M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.85
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.93
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.04
Shares Outstanding 7.11M
Shares Floating 4.27M
Shares Outstanding 7.11M
Shares Floating 4.27M
Percent Insiders 33.06
Percent Institutions 46.37

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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