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Star Equity Holdings Inc(STRR)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for STRR
10/16/2026: STRR (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Star Equity Holdings Inc is a small-cap diversified holding company primarily operating in the construction products and healthcare service sectors. The company's main strength lies in its ability to manage a portfolio of distinct businesses, providing a hedge against sector-specific downturns. Its primary growth story involves optimizing these subsidiaries through disciplined capital allocation and targeted acquisitions. Key risks include exposure to cyclical construction markets, small-cap liquidity constraints, and execution challenges across its diverse portfolio. This stock is best suited for value-oriented investors who are comfortable with the risks inherent in turnarounds and should monitor ongoing operational improvements and debt management closely.
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 style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Growth is largely acquisition-driven rather than high-velocity organic expansion. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | The stock lacks consistent, high-volume price momentum typical for momentum strategies. |
| Value investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The company's small-cap profile and holding company structure may offer value to patient investors. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not prioritize dividend payments for shareholders. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Small-cap volatility and cyclical industry exposure present significant risk for conservative investors. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | Small-cap stocks often experience wider price swings. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Determining intrinsic value is complex due to the disparate nature of subsidiaries. |
| Competition risk | High | Larger incumbents in construction and healthcare can exert significant pricing pressure. |
| Business quality | Medium | The company is in a transition phase, making business quality assessment subject to execution success. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | Investors should not rely on the stock for current income. |
| Execution risk | High | Success depends heavily on the effective management of diversified and independent subsidiaries. |
Price Behavior

Rolling Over
The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -20.32% | Avg. Invested days 47 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating ![]() | Upturn Advisory Performance | Stock Returns Performance |
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Quality Focused
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 36.19M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 17.33 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 17.33 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 5.5K shares | Beta 0.49 | 52 Weeks Range 8.95 - 11.91 | Updated Date 10/18/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 8.95 - 11.91 | Updated Date 10/18/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -2.76 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Building Materials | Supply and distribution of construction products. | The company makes money when builders and contractors buy supplies for construction projects. |
| Healthcare Services | Clinical support and diagnostic services. | The company generates fees from providing specialized services to the healthcare sector. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 11.6 | Enterprise Value 55.20M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.17 |
Enterprise Value 55.20M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.17 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.26 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 3.65 | Shares Outstanding 3.69M | Shares Floating 2.06M |
Shares Outstanding 3.69M | Shares Floating 2.06M | ||
Percent Insiders 39.33 | Percent Institutions 29.2 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
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)
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)
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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