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Star Equity Holdings Inc(STRR)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$9.81
10/16/2026
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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 styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is largely acquisition-driven rather than high-velocity organic expansion.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock lacks consistent, high-volume price momentum typical for momentum strategies.
Value investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe company's small-cap profile and holding company structure may offer value to patient investors.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not prioritize dividend payments for shareholders.
Low-risk investorWeak fitSmall-cap volatility and cyclical industry exposure present significant risk for conservative investors.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighSmall-cap stocks often experience wider price swings.
Valuation riskMediumDetermining intrinsic value is complex due to the disparate nature of subsidiaries.
Competition riskHighLarger incumbents in construction and healthcare can exert significant pricing pressure.
Business qualityMediumThe company is in a transition phase, making business quality assessment subject to execution success.
Dividend incomeLow / noneInvestors should not rely on the stock for current income.
Execution riskHighSuccess depends heavily on the effective management of diversified and independent subsidiaries.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

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

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

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
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Stock Returns Performance Upturn Returns Performance icon 1.0
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Upturn last close icon Last Close 10/16/2026

Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
STRR has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+43.3%) and strong revenue growth (+222.6%) are partially offset by weak cash generation (FCF margin -5.2%), weak profitability (net margin -3.4%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
STRR's financial health is supported by moderate liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 28.8%). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is STRR's strongest growth driver at +222.6% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, earnings growth (+43.3%, strong) is also strong, while free-cash-flow growth (-11.5%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 29.2% and approximately 55.9% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 39.33% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Susquehanna International Group, LLP 0.00%
PNC Financial Services Group Inc 0.00%
Citadel Advisors Llc 0.00%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
STRR generates approximately $457 of gross profit, $-21 of operating income, and $-52 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Operating losses and cash burn explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -53.45% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

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

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

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 areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Building MaterialsSupply and distribution of construction products.The company makes money when builders and contractors buy supplies for construction projects.
Healthcare ServicesClinical 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

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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)

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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