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Sterling Construction Company Inc (STRL)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/17/2025: STRL (4-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 27 days. Simulated Profits (12.47%). Updated daily EoD!
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Above Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, frequently surpass the market, reflecting reliable and trustworthy advice.
Number of Analysts
3 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $355
1 Year Target Price $355
| 3 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 410.34% | Avg. Invested days 50 | Today’s Advisory Strong Buy |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/17/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 10.92B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 38.61 | 1Y Target Price 355 |
Price to earnings Ratio 38.61 | 1Y Target Price 355 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 3 | Beta 1.37 | 52 Weeks Range 96.34 - 376.75 | Updated Date 10/20/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 96.34 - 376.75 | Updated Date 10/20/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 9.21 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 13.33% | Operating Margin (TTM) 17.64% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 9.52% | Return on Equity (TTM) 38.22% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 38.61 | Forward PE 25.97 | Enterprise Value 10441527575 | Price to Sales(TTM) 5.11 |
Enterprise Value 10441527575 | Price to Sales(TTM) 5.11 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.88 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 20.85 | Shares Outstanding 30705106 | Shares Floating 29586632 |
Shares Outstanding 30705106 | Shares Floating 29586632 | ||
Percent Insiders 3.13 | Percent Institutions 102.71 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Sterling Construction Company Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Sterling Construction Company, Inc. (STRL) was founded in 1991. Initially focused on small to mid-sized construction projects, the company grew through strategic acquisitions and expanded its services into infrastructure, e-infrastructure and building solutions.
Core Business Areas
- Transportation & Infrastructure: Focuses on heavy civil construction, including highways, bridges, airports, and rail projects. This segment is involved in both new construction and rehabilitation.
- E-Infrastructure Solutions: Concentrates on projects related to fiber optics, data centers, and other technology-related infrastructure needs. This includes construction, installation, and maintenance services.
- Building Solutions: Covers residential and commercial concrete projects.
Leadership and Structure
The company is led by a board of directors and a management team headed by the Chief Executive Officer. Operational structure is based on regional divisions.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Highways & Bridges: Construction and rehabilitation of highways and bridges, including asphalt and concrete paving. Competitors include Granite Construction, Fluor Corporation, and Kiewit Corporation. Market share data is not readily available without industry reports.
- Airport Infrastructure: Construction, rehabilitation, and expansion of airport runways, taxiways, and related infrastructure. Competitors include Austin Industries, Hensel Phelps and Flatiron Construction. Market share data is not readily available without industry reports.
- Fiber Optic Installation: Installs fiber optic cables. Competitors include Dycom Industries and Quanta Services. Market share data is not readily available without industry reports.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The construction industry is highly competitive and cyclical, influenced by government spending on infrastructure, economic growth, and technological advancements. The industry experiences fluctuations based on regulatory changes, commodity prices, and labor availability.
Positioning
Sterling holds a strong position in the infrastructure market, specializing in large-scale projects. Their e-infrastructure solutions segment provides a competitive advantage, with projects requiring specialized expertise. Their strategic acquisitions allows them to diversify their business streams and have a stronghold in the market.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for infrastructure construction is in the hundreds of billions of dollars annually. Sterling's positioning within this TAM focuses on securing large, complex projects, and they are well placed to profit from government spending.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified business segments
- Strong presence in key geographic markets
- Experience in large-scale infrastructure projects
- Focus on specialized construction services (e-infrastructure)
- Good at strategic acquisition and organic growth
Weaknesses
- Reliance on government funding
- Exposure to cyclical industry trends
- Project execution risks
- Potential for cost overruns
- Labor shortages impacting project timelines
Opportunities
- Increased government infrastructure spending
- Growing demand for e-infrastructure solutions
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Technological advancements in construction methods
- Acquisition of smaller companies
Threats
- Economic downturns impacting construction demand
- Increased competition from larger construction firms
- Rising material and labor costs
- Changes in government regulations
- Project delays due to weather or unforeseen circumstances
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- GRAN
- FLR
- PWR
Competitive Landscape
Sterling competes based on specialized expertise, regional presence, and project bidding. GRAN is a very large company and a formidable competitor. Sterling tries to set itself apart from competitors by focusing on large complex projects and e-infrastructure solutions.
Major Acquisitions
Road and Bridge Division of Plateau Excavation, Inc.
- Year: 2023
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 26
- Strategic Rationale: Enhanced Sterlingu2019s existing infrastructure business and expanded its presence in the Southeast, particularly in the attractive Atlanta metropolitan area.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Sterling has demonstrated growth through strategic acquisitions and organic expansion in key markets. Historical data depends on past earnings reports.
Future Projections: Future growth is tied to infrastructure spending and e-infrastructure demand. Analyst expectations are positive for growth in revenue.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include acquiring companies to expand its offerings and market presence. Additionally, they focus on securing large-scale projects and upgrading their technology in order to increase revenue and profits.
Summary
Sterling Construction is a specialized infrastructure company with a diversified portfolio. Its strong position in key geographic markets and focus on large-scale projects are positives. Dependence on government funding and exposure to cyclical trends are factors to watch. Strategic acquisitions should continue and look to increase revenue and profits.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings (SEC)
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Estimates
- Company Website
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions are subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Sterling Construction Company Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters The Woodlands, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1995-08-18 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Joseph A. Cutillo | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Engineering & Construction | Full time employees 3000 | Website https://www.strlco.com |
Full time employees 3000 | Website https://www.strlco.com | ||
Sterling Infrastructure, Inc. engages in the provision of e-infrastructure, transportation, and building solutions in the United States. It operates through three segments: E-Infrastructure Solutions, Transportation Solutions, and Building Solutions. The E-Infrastructure Solutions segment provides site development services for the blue-chip end users in the e-commerce distribution center, data center, manufacturing, warehousing, and power generation sectors. The Transportation Solutions segment is involved in the development of infrastructure and rehabilitation projects for highways, roads, bridges, airports, ports, rail, and storm drainage systems for the departments of transportation, regional transit, airport, port, water, and railroads authorities. The Building Solutions segment provides residential and commercial concrete foundations for single-family and multi-family homes, parking structures, elevated slabs, other concrete work for developers and general contractors, as well as provides plumbing and surveys services for residential builds. The company was formerly known as Sterling Construction Company, Inc. and changed its name to Sterling Infrastructure, Inc. in June 2022. Sterling Infrastructure, Inc. was founded in 1955 and is headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas.
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