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Tutor Perini Corporation(TPC)
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Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for TPC
10/14/2026: TPC (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Tutor Perini Corporation is a prominent U.S. construction firm specializing in large-scale civil, infrastructure, and institutional projects. Its main strength lies in its deep expertise in complex, high-barrier-to-entry infrastructure like transit and tunnels, which positions it to capture significant federal spending. The primary investment story revolves around the long-term backlog driven by national infrastructure renewal. However, the company faces material risks, including historical project-related litigation, potential cost overruns, and intense competition for public contracts. Investors should monitor project delivery success and margin improvements as key indicators, noting that the stock may suit those willing to tolerate the inherent volatility of the large-scale construction industry.
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 | The company offers growth potential tied to infrastructure spend, but results are often volatile. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | Strong fit when large contract wins drive positive price momentum. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Valuation can appear attractive during project lulls but requires navigating underlying operational risks. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not prioritize dividend yield for shareholders. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Construction risks and historical volatility make this unsuitable for risk-averse portfolios. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | Construction stocks are inherently sensitive to economic cycles and specific project outcomes. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | The stock price is often driven more by contract backlog visibility than traditional earnings multiples. |
| Competition risk (Infrastructure bidding) | High | Large-scale infrastructure is a fiercely competitive market with limited players. |
| Business quality | Medium | Quality is dependent on the management of complex, multi-year projects. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | Dividends are not currently a material feature of the investment thesis. |
| Execution risk | High | Complex projects are prone to delays and cost overruns that directly impact financials. |
Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 17.22% | Avg. Invested days 34 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating ![]() | Upturn Advisory Performance | Stock Returns Performance |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 4.38B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 35.89 | 1Y Target Price 116.25 |
Price to earnings Ratio 35.89 | 1Y Target Price 116.25 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 424.5K shares | Beta 2.06 | 52 Weeks Range 57.70 - 102.20 | Updated Date 10/14/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 57.70 - 102.20 | Updated Date 10/14/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.22% | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.32 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Segment | Large public infrastructure, transit, and bridge projects. | This is the core revenue driver for long-term government infrastructure cycles. |
| Building Segment | Commercial, hotel, and institutional buildings. | This segment tracks general commercial real estate and public institutional construction demand. |
| Geography | Predominantly the United States. | The company is almost entirely dependent on U.S. infrastructure and building trends. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
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Valuation
Trailing PE 35.89 | Forward PE 12.92 | Enterprise Value 3.89B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.74 |
Enterprise Value 3.89B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.74 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.65 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.23 | Shares Outstanding 52.57M | Shares Floating 47.31M |
Shares Outstanding 52.57M | Shares Floating 47.31M | ||
Percent Insiders 9.93 | Percent Institutions 83.68 |
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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