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Triumph Financial, Inc.(TFIN)
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Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for TFIN
11/09/2026: TFIN (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Triumph Financial, Inc. is a hybrid financial services and fintech company that primarily serves the commercial transportation and logistics industry. Its primary strength lies in its ability to combine a regulated bank license with the TriumphPay platform, creating a vertically integrated payment network. The main investment story centers on the scaling of this network to automate freight settlements, offering potential for recurring fee-based revenue. However, the company faces significant risks from cyclical freight demand and competition from larger payment incumbents. Triumph may suit growth-oriented investors looking for exposure to logistics technology, though they should be prepared for the volatility associated with the freight market cycle.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Strong fit | The company is actively scaling a disruptive payments platform in the logistics sector. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Performance is highly conditional on freight market cycle signals. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Valuation is often tied to its growth potential in fintech rather than traditional bank multiples. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not pay a regular dividend, prioritizing capital reinvestment. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Exposure to cyclical freight industry and inherent fintech volatility creates higher risk profiles. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | The stock is susceptible to fluctuations based on the health of the freight market and interest rate environment. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | As a hybrid bank/fintech, its premium valuation depends on sustaining high growth rates in its payments business. |
| Competition risk (Logistics Payments) | High | Large incumbents like WEX and FleetCor have significant resources to compete in the freight payment space. |
| Business quality | Medium | The business benefits from a regulated bank license but faces concentration risk in the trucking industry. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | Investors should not expect income as the company retains capital for growth. |
| Execution risk | Medium / high | Successfully scaling the TriumphPay network while managing credit risk in its factoring business requires significant operational precision. |
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 -26.2% | Avg. Invested days 36 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating ![]() | Upturn Advisory Performance | Stock Returns Performance |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.51B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 32.18 | 1Y Target Price 76 |
Price to earnings Ratio 32.18 | 1Y Target Price 76 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 257.2K shares | Beta 1.49 | 52 Weeks Range 49.27 - 83.52 | Updated Date 11/09/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 49.27 - 83.52 | Updated Date 11/09/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.96 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Payments (TriumphPay) | Transaction fees and network usage fees from freight payment settlements. | The company earns fees every time money moves between carriers, brokers, and shippers. |
| Factoring and Lending | Interest and fees from providing working capital to transportation companies. | The company makes money by lending to and funding the day-to-day operations of trucking companies. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2026-10-21 | When After Market | Estimate 0.6 | Actual 0.54 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 10.72% | Operating Margin (TTM) 21.85% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 0.72% | Return on Equity (TTM) 5.31% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 32.18 | Forward PE 10.55 | Enterprise Value 677.43M | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.21 |
Enterprise Value 677.43M | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.21 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.55 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA - | Shares Outstanding 23.92M | Shares Floating 21.31M |
Shares Outstanding 23.92M | Shares Floating 21.31M | ||
Percent Insiders 5.33 | Percent Institutions 99.17 |
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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