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Tecnoglass Inc(TGLS)

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09/17/2026
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09/17/2026: TGLS (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Tecnoglass Inc is a manufacturer of architectural glass and aluminum window systems that has established a notable position in the U.S. market through a vertically integrated, low-cost production model based in Colombia. The company's main strength lies in its ability to deliver high-quality, customized products with efficient lead times. Its growth story is centered on expanding its presence within both the commercial and residential construction sectors in the U.S. Sunbelt. Risks include cyclical construction demand, geographic concentration, and potential trade policy shifts. The stock may suit investors seeking exposure to the housing sector, though they should monitor production efficiency and U.S. construction trends closely.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitThe company has consistently delivered strong revenue and earnings growth by capturing share in U.S. construction markets.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveStrong price trends often follow the company's robust quarterly earnings execution.
Value investorMixed fitValuation often tracks closely with construction cycle expectations, requiring careful entry timing.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company offers a reliable and growing dividend supported by consistent cash flow.
Low-risk investorWeak fitExposure to construction sector cycles and geographic concentration adds volatility to the stock price.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highThe stock is susceptible to cyclical industry sentiment and macro-economic shifts in housing.
Valuation riskMediumInvestors should monitor the P/E multiple relative to long-term average growth expectations.
Competition risk (Building products)MediumIntense competition exists from established domestic and international building material providers.
Business qualityStrongThe company benefits from a highly efficient, vertically integrated manufacturing process.
Dividend incomeMediumWhile consistent, the yield is subject to board approval and overall cash flow health.
Execution riskMediumManaging complex cross-border logistics and labor remains critical for maintaining margins.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

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 16.16%
Avg. Invested days 35
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

TGLS has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid revenue growth (+10.5%) and solid profitability (net margin 16.2%) are partially offset by slightly negative earnings growth (-1.1%), soft cash generation (FCF margin 3.5%).

Financial Health Rating

TGLS's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (3.5% of revenue). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

Revenue growth is TGLS's strongest growth driver at +10.5% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, while earnings growth (-1.1%, slightly negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-62.1%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

Institutional ownership is 47.7% and approximately 53.0% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 44.72% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

FMR Inc 15.12%
American Century Companies Inc 4.93%
BlackRock Inc 4.26%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 2.84%
Delaware Management Holdings Inc 2.16%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

TGLS generates approximately $428 of gross profit, $235 of operating income, and $35 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong margins, cash conversion, and capital efficiency support the rating.

Economic Dimensions

Effective Tax Rate: 32.18%

Quantitative Style Profile

TGLS has a high-quality, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 1.64B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 12.94
1Y Target Price 56.33
Price to earnings Ratio 12.94
1Y Target Price 56.33
Volume (30-day avg) 270.7K shares
Beta 1.4
52 Weeks Range 35.95 - 69.65
Updated Date 09/17/2026
52 Weeks Range 35.95 - 69.65
Updated Date 09/17/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.66%
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.85

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Architectural GlassCustom glass production for high-rise commercial structures.This is their core business, driving revenue through major urban construction projects.
Window SystemsAluminum-framed window and door assemblies for residential homes.A key growth area tapping into the U.S. residential market demand.
Geographic Market (USA)Exports and installation services provided to the U.S. market.The primary engine of revenue; demand here directly dictates company performance.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE 12.94
Forward PE 10.85
Enterprise Value 1.78B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.56
Enterprise Value 1.78B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.56
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.69
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.19
Shares Outstanding 44.36M
Shares Floating 23.50M
Shares Outstanding 44.36M
Shares Floating 23.50M
Percent Insiders 44.72
Percent Institutions 47.71

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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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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 Tecnoglass Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquarters Miami, FL, United States
IPO Launch date 2012-03-19
CEO & Director Mr. Jose Manuel Daes
Sector Basic Materials
Industry Building Materials
Full time employees 9601
Full time employees 9601

Tecnoglass Holdings Inc. manufactures, supplies, and installs architectural glass, windows, and aluminum and vinyl products for commercial and residential construction markets in Colombia, the United States, Panama, and internationally. The company offers low emissivity, laminated/thermo-laminated, thermo-acoustic, tempered, silk-screened, curved, and digital print glass products. It also provides aluminum products, including bars, plates, profiles, rods, and tubes for use in the manufacturing of architectural glass settings, such as windows, doors, spatial separators, and related products under the Alutions brand name. In addition, the company offers curtain wall/floating facades, stick facade systems, windows and doors, interior dividers and commercial display windows, and hurricane-proof windows; StormArmour, that are attachment for sliding doors, and other products, such as awnings, structures, and automatic doors; and other components of architectural systems. It markets and sells its products primarily under the Tecnoglass, ESWindows, Alutions, Energia Solar S.A, ES, ES Imagine Extraordinary, Eswindows, Tecnobend, Tecnoair, Tecnosmart, ECOMAX by ESWINDOWS, ESWINDOWS Interiors, ESW Windows and Walls, Solartec by Tecnoglass, Solar Windows, Componenti, ES Metals, and E-skin, Prestige by ESWINDOWS, Eli by ESWINDOWS, Alessia by ESWINDOWS, Elite Line by ESWindows, ULTRAVIEW by Tecnoglass, and MULTIMAX by ESWIDOWS brand names through internal and independent sales representatives, as well as directly to distributors. It serves developers, general contractors or installers for hotels, office buildings, shopping centers, airports, universities, hospitals, and multifamily and residential buildings. The company was formerly known as Tecnoglass Inc. and changed its name to Tecnoglass Holdings Inc. in July 2026. Tecnoglass Holdings Inc. was founded in 1983 and is based in Miami, Florida.