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Shotspotter Inc (SSTI)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/30/2025: SSTI (1-star) is a SELL. SELL since 4 days. Profits (-11.54%). Updated daily EoD!
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
7 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $22.17
1 Year Target Price $22.17
| 4 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -52.27% | Avg. Invested days 28 | Today’s Advisory SELL |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 06/30/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 167.03M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 22.17 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 22.17 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 7 | Beta 1.28 | 52 Weeks Range 9.33 - 19.43 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 9.33 - 19.43 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.61 |
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 -7.39% | Operating Margin (TTM) -4.12% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -2.79% | Return on Equity (TTM) -10.44% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 16.89 | Enterprise Value 161188458 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.59 |
Enterprise Value 161188458 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.59 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.54 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 49.93 | Shares Outstanding 12673100 | Shares Floating 9558939 |
Shares Outstanding 12673100 | Shares Floating 9558939 | ||
Percent Insiders 25.1 | Percent Institutions 58.18 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 3 | Target Price 22.17 | Buy 2 | Strong Buy 4 |
Buy 2 | Strong Buy 4 | ||
Hold 1 | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Shotspotter Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
ShotSpotter, Inc. (now SoundThinking Inc. (SSTI)) was founded in 1996. Initially focused on military applications of acoustic technology, it shifted to civilian use for gunshot detection in the early 2000s. It became a publicly traded company in 2014 and has since expanded its product offerings.
Core Business Areas
- Precision Policing Solutions: This segment provides gunshot detection and location services to law enforcement and security personnel, using acoustic sensors to identify and report gunfire incidents.
- Investigative Solutions: These solutions support investigations and offer crime analytics tools. Technologies include crime mapping, social media analytics, and data integration for predictive policing.
Leadership and Structure
Dennis P.Gourdeau is the CEO. The company has a standard corporate structure with departments for sales, marketing, engineering, finance, and operations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- ShotSpotter Respond: The flagship product detects and locates gunshots in real-time. The company states that it leads the market in outdoor gunshot detection, estimating ~65% market share. Key competitors include acoustic sensors embedded into city infrastructure developed and managed by cities themselves and also companies like Databuoy.
- ShotSpotter Connect: Focuses on proactive policing strategies and community engagement, using data to inform patrol deployments and community outreach programs. Market share and revenue figures are not publicly available and the competitive field includes firms offering community-oriented policing solutions. Competitors include Axon (AXON) and Motorola Solutions (MSI) who have platforms with some of the same capabilities.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The market is growing due to increasing concerns about gun violence and the need for efficient policing solutions. There is a growing adoption of gunshot detection systems, as well as investment in community engagement and predictive policing software.
Positioning
SoundThinking Inc. is a leader in the acoustic gunshot detection market. Its advantage lies in its years of experience, proprietary technology, and established relationships with law enforcement agencies.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM is estimated to be in the hundreds of millions of dollars, encompassing both domestic and international markets. SoundThinking Inc. is positioned to capture a significant portion of this market through expansion and innovation.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Proprietary gunshot detection technology
- Established relationships with law enforcement agencies
- First-mover advantage in the market
- Recurring revenue model through subscriptions
Weaknesses
- Reliance on government contracts
- Public perception concerns about privacy and surveillance
- Concentration of revenue in a few major cities
- Controversies surrounding the efficacy of the techology.
Opportunities
- Expansion into new cities and international markets
- Development of new products and services (e.g., indoor gunshot detection)
- Partnerships with other technology companies
- Increased funding for law enforcement technology
Threats
- Competition from other technology companies
- Budget cuts in law enforcement
- Negative publicity or legal challenges
- Technological advancements that render their technology obsolete
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- MSI
- AXON
Competitive Landscape
SoundThinking Inc. has a significant advantage in acoustic gunshot detection but faces competition from larger companies like Motorola and Axon, which offer a broader range of public safety solutions. SoundThinking has a very niche service compared to its competitiors.
Major Acquisitions
Geolitica
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 17
- Strategic Rationale: Acquisition provided enhanced crime analysis and predictive policing capabilities.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: SoundThinking Inc. has experienced steady revenue growth over the past several years, driven by increased adoption of its solutions and expansion into new markets.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued revenue growth in the coming years, driven by demand for gunshot detection and proactive policing solutions. EPS is expected to increase as the company scales and improves efficiency.
Recent Initiatives: Focus on expansion into new cities. Investment in R&D for new product development. Strengthening relationships with existing customers.
Summary
SoundThinking Inc. is a leader in the niche market of gunshot detection, demonstrating solid financial performance and consistent revenue growth. Its core strength lies in its proprietary technology and established relationships with law enforcement. The company needs to manage public perception regarding privacy and be wary of budget cuts affecting government spending, alongside emerging competing technology. However, they are expected to continue dominating their niche market.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings (SEC)
- Analyst Reports
- Industry Publications
- Company Website
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Market data and estimates are subject to change.
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About Shotspotter Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Fremont, CA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2017-06-07 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Ralph A. Clark | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Software - Application | Full time employees 316 | Website https://soundthinking.com |
Full time employees 316 | Website https://soundthinking.com | ||
SoundThinking, Inc., a public safety technology company, provides data-driven solutions and strategic advisory services for law enforcement, security teams, and civic leadership. Its SafetySmart platform that includes data-driven tools comprising ShotSpotter, an outdoor gunshot detection, location, and alerting system; CrimeTracer, a law enforcement search engine that enables investigators to search through criminal justice records from across jurisdictions to generate tactical leads and solve cases; CaseBuilder, an investigative management system for tracking, reporting, and collaborating on cases; ResourceRouter, a software that directs deployment of patrol and community anti-violence resources; PlateRanger powered by Rekor, an advanced license plate recognition (ALPR) and vehicle identification solution; and SafePointe, an artificial intelligence-based weapons detection system. The company also offers ShotSpotter for Campus and ShotSpotter for Corporate, to universities, corporate campuses, and key infrastructure centers to mitigate risk and enhance security by notifying authorities of outdoor gunfire incidents and save critical minutes for first responders to arrive. It sells its solutions through its direct sales teams. The company was formerly known as ShotSpotter, Inc. and changed its name to SoundThinking, Inc. in April 2023. SoundThinking, Inc. was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Fremont, California.
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