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Stran & Company, Inc(SWAG)

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09/28/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for SWAG

09/28/2026: SWAG (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Stran & Company is a small-cap firm specializing in promotional products and outsourced marketing fulfillment services. The company is currently executing a strategy of industry consolidation by acquiring smaller regional players while enhancing its technology-enabled platform. Its primary opportunity lies in winning large enterprise contracts that require complex logistics and loyalty program support. However, the company faces risks related to high competition, revenue concentration among its largest clients, and economic sensitivity in corporate marketing budgets. The stock is better suited for growth-oriented investors who are comfortable with the inherent volatility and execution risks associated with a rapid M&A-focused business model.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitThe company is aggressively pursuing a roll-up strategy to scale its footprint in a fragmented industry.
Momentum investorMixed fitThis style is conditional on positive price trends and technical indicators which remain subject to small-cap volatility.
Value investorMixed fitThe company is in an early growth phase where traditional value metrics may not yet reflect the long-term earnings potential.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company currently reinvests all capital into growth and does not provide dividend income.
Low-risk investorWeak fitSmall-cap, volatility, and industry-specific risks make this stock better suited for higher-risk portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighSmall-cap stocks often experience sharp price movements influenced by liquidity and market sentiment.
Valuation riskMediumInvestors must weigh the premium paid for growth against the execution risks of a fragmented business model.
Competition risk (Promotional Marketing)HighLow barriers to entry mean the company faces constant pressure from numerous local and national competitors.
Business qualityMediumThe business relies on successful M&A integration and managing client churn in a service-oriented sector.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThere is no dividend income to provide a buffer for total returns or support during market downturns.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccessfully scaling through acquisitions requires effective operational integration of new entities.

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 -3.5%
Avg. Invested days 32
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
SWAG has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+82.0%) and strong revenue growth (+40.6%) are partially offset by weak cash generation (FCF margin -4.8%), weak profitability (net margin -0.6%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
SWAG's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 44.9%). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is SWAG's strongest growth driver at +82.0% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, revenue growth (+40.6%, strong) is also strong, while free-cash-flow growth (-357.3%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 17.7% and approximately 51.7% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 48.31% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Byrne Asset Management LLC 0.00%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
SWAG generates approximately $295 of gross profit, $-17 of operating income, and $-48 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: -19.14% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
SWAG 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 RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 29.08M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 156
1Y Target Price 4.5
Price to earnings Ratio 156
1Y Target Price 4.5
Volume (30-day avg) 26.0K shares
Beta 1.96
52 Weeks Range 1.33 - 3.50
Updated Date 09/27/2026
52 Weeks Range 1.33 - 3.50
Updated Date 09/27/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.01

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Promotional ProductsCustom branded merchandise sales and distribution.The core revenue stream involves selling branded items to businesses.
Marketing Services & FulfillmentManaged programs, kitting, and inventory management.This segment provides recurring revenue through outsourced logistical services.
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Valuation

Trailing PE 156
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 17.78M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.24
Enterprise Value 17.78M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.24
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.15
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 206.95
Shares Outstanding 18.64M
Shares Floating 9.63M
Shares Outstanding 18.64M
Shares Floating 9.63M
Percent Insiders 48.31
Percent Institutions 17.7

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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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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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About Stran & Company, Inc

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquarters Quincy, MA, United States
IPO Launch date 2021-09-20
Co-Founder, President, CEO & Director Mr. Andrew Shape
Sector Communication Services
Industry Advertising Agencies
Full time employees 154
Full time employees 154

Stran & Company, Inc. provides outsourced marketing solutions in the United States, Canada, and Europe. It operates through Stran & Company, Inc. (Stran) and Stran Loyalty Solutions, LLC (SLS) segments. The company offers custom sourcing solutions; e-commerce solutions; creative and merchandising services; warehousing/fulfillment and distribution; print-on-demand; kitting; and point of sale displays. It also provides corporate promotional marketing programs for clients across various industry verticals; loyalty and incentive programs; and commercial and digital printing solutions. In addition, the company offers Magento Open Source, a custom-developed e-commerce platform that includes management of marketing programs and links branded merchandise, print, event assets, customer relationship management, loyalty, and incentives. It serves the pharmaceutical and healthcare, manufacturing, gaming, technology, finance, construction, and consumer goods industries. The company was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Quincy, Massachusetts.