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RF Industries Ltd(RFIL)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$6.9
10/23/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for RFIL

10/23/2026: RFIL (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

RF Industries Ltd is a niche provider of interconnect products and cable assemblies primarily serving the telecommunications and defense industries. The company has a established history of expanding its portfolio through strategic acquisitions, which has helped it maintain a stable presence in high-reliability markets. Its main opportunity lies in the ongoing global demand for 5G, fiber infrastructure, and modern defense communication systems. However, investors should monitor risks related to its cyclical dependency on telecom capital spending and intense pricing pressure from larger industry competitors. The stock may be best suited for value-oriented investors who appreciate a debt-light balance sheet and a track record of dividend payments.

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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 fitGrowth is tied to cyclical infrastructure spending rather than secular high-growth disruption.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock often experiences prolonged periods of low volatility and limited trading volume.
Value investorStrong fitThe company often trades at valuations that may appeal to value investors looking for tangible assets and cash flow.
Dividend investorStrong fitConsistent dividend payments provide a steady income stream for investors seeking yield.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile established, the company's exposure to cyclical telecom demand creates inherent market risk.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumThe stock is subject to periodic swings based on infrastructure spending news.
Valuation riskLowCurrent valuations generally reflect stable, established earnings rather than aggressive growth multiples.
Competition risk (Commodity pricing)HighLarge scale competitors can pressure pricing in core connector segments.
Business qualityMediumThe company has a solid, functional product set but lacks a monopolistic moat.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends are dependent on the company's ability to maintain cash flow during cyclical downturns.
Execution riskMediumSuccess relies heavily on effectively integrating acquisitions and managing operational costs.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

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

Highly Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Highly Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent, large price swings that make its near-term movement less predictable.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 16.73%
Avg. Invested days 31
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
RFIL receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
RFIL has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+101.1%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 5.4%) are partially offset by soft profitability (net margin 0.1%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
RFIL's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (5.4% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is RFIL's strongest growth driver at +101.1% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+24.3%, solid) and free-cash-flow growth (+79.0%, strong) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 48.2% and approximately 78.8% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 17.81% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 5.45%
Punch & Associates Inv Mgmt Inc 5.42%
Renaissance Technologies Corp 4.28%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.52%
Geode Capital Management, LLC 2.03%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
RFIL generates approximately $332 of gross profit, $22 of operating income, and $54 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Soft margins explain the 2-star rating, with solid cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 90.77%

Quantitative Style Profile

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

Style Classification

Quality Focused

High VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 74.85M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 31.36
1Y Target Price 14.5
Price to earnings Ratio 31.36
1Y Target Price 14.5
Volume (30-day avg) 279.1K shares
Beta 1.34
52 Weeks Range 5.54 - 22.30
Updated Date 10/25/2026
52 Weeks Range 5.54 - 22.30
Updated Date 10/25/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.22

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Wireless InfrastructureRF connectors and assemblies for cellular towers and base stations.This is the primary revenue driver, tied directly to carrier telecom spending.
Industrial & DefenseCustom cables and interconnects for heavy machinery and military hardware.Provides diversification away from pure telecom cycles.
GeographyPrimarily North American manufacturing and sales.Limited exposure to geopolitical risks associated with overseas manufacturing.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

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Valuation

Trailing PE 31.36
Forward PE 9.88
Enterprise Value 131.90M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.87
Enterprise Value 131.90M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.87
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.25
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 16.83
Shares Outstanding 10.85M
Shares Floating 8.55M
Shares Outstanding 10.85M
Shares Floating 8.55M
Percent Insiders 17.81
Percent Institutions 48.21

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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🛡️ Financial Safety

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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