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Transcat Inc (TRNS)
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11/10/2025: TRNS (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
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Number of Analysts
5 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $106.75
1 Year Target Price $106.75
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 3 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -69.5% | Avg. Invested days 24 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/10/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 548.14M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 48.16 | 1Y Target Price 106.75 |
Price to earnings Ratio 48.16 | 1Y Target Price 106.75 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 5 | Beta 0.76 | 52 Weeks Range 54.10 - 112.22 | Updated Date 11/10/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 54.10 - 112.22 | Updated Date 11/10/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.22 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-10-27 | When After Market | Estimate 0.51 | Actual 0.44 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 3.75% | Operating Margin (TTM) 4.26% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.83% | Return on Equity (TTM) 4.02% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 48.16 | Forward PE 25.97 | Enterprise Value 690148500 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.81 |
Enterprise Value 690148500 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.81 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.18 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 16.27 | Shares Outstanding 9328412 | Shares Floating 9123094 |
Shares Outstanding 9328412 | Shares Floating 9123094 | ||
Percent Insiders 2.22 | Percent Institutions 93.97 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Transcat Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Transcat, Inc. was founded in 1964. Initially a regional calibration service provider, it has grown through organic expansion and strategic acquisitions to become a leading provider of calibration, repair, inspection, and laboratory instrument services and value-added distributor of test, measurement, and control instrumentation.
Core Business Areas
- Service Segment: Provides calibration, repair, inspection, and related services, primarily accredited. Accredited calibrations ensure accuracy and compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Distribution Segment: Distributes a wide range of test, measurement, and control instrumentation from leading manufacturers.
Leadership and Structure
Lee D. Rudow is the current President and CEO. The company operates with a functional organizational structure, dividing operations into service and distribution segments.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Calibration Services: Calibration services ensure that instruments meet specified accuracy standards. Transcat is a leader in accredited calibration. Competitors include Keysight Technologies, Tektronix, and Fluke Calibration. Market share data specific to calibration services is fragmented and difficult to determine precisely, but Transcat is a significant player in regulated industries.
- Test and Measurement Instruments Distribution: Transcat distributes test and measurement instruments from various manufacturers. This includes oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, etc. Competitors include major distributors such as TestEquity, Newark, and Digi-Key. Revenue generated from specific instruments is not publicly disclosed.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The calibration services and test and measurement instrumentation market is driven by stringent regulatory requirements across various industries, including pharmaceuticals, aerospace, and manufacturing. Demand is also fueled by technological advancements and the increasing complexity of instrumentation.
Positioning
Transcat is positioned as a comprehensive provider of calibration services and test and measurement instrumentation. Their competitive advantage lies in their accredited calibration capabilities and their ability to offer a one-stop-shop solution for customers. They also specialize in highly regulated environments
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for calibration services and test and measurement equipment is estimated to be in the billions of dollars. Transcat's positioning allows them to capture a significant portion of this market, particularly in regulated industries.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Accredited calibration capabilities
- Comprehensive service offerings
- Strong presence in regulated industries
- Reputable brand and customer relationships
- Strategic acquisitions for growth
Weaknesses
- Dependence on specific industries
- Potential for economic slowdown to impact demand
- Competitive pressure from larger players
- Potential for integration challenges with acquired companies
Opportunities
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Increasing demand for calibration services in emerging industries
- Development of new service offerings and technologies
- Further strategic acquisitions to expand capabilities
- Growth of cloud based calibration managment systems
Threats
- Economic downturn
- Increased competition
- Technological obsolescence
- Changes in regulatory requirements
- Supply chain disruptions
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- KEYS
- FLIR
- TEK
Competitive Landscape
Transcatu2019s strength is in its accredited calibration services and focus on regulated industries. Competitors may have broader product offerings or greater geographic reach.
Major Acquisitions
e2b calibration
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 7.5
- Strategic Rationale: Strengthen service capabilities and geographic reach in the Midwest.
ICO Metrix
- Year: 2024
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 37.7
- Strategic Rationale: Further penetrate the life science market with a larger addressable market with faster growth
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Transcat has demonstrated strong historical growth through organic expansion and strategic acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analyst projections anticipate continued revenue growth and earnings improvement driven by market demand and strategic initiatives.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include acquisitions to expand service offerings and geographic reach, as well as investments in technology and infrastructure.
Summary
Transcat is a growing company with a strong position in accredited calibration services, particularly in regulated industries. Strategic acquisitions and focus on specialized services are driving growth. The company's dependence on specific industries and competitive pressures are potential concerns, but overall, Transcat demonstrates strong fundamentals and growth potential.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
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- SEC filings
- Analyst reports
- Industry publications
Disclaimers:
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About Transcat Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Rochester, NY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1990-03-27 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Lee D. Rudow | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Specialty Business Services | Full time employees 1245 | Website https://www.transcat.com |
Full time employees 1245 | Website https://www.transcat.com | ||
Transcat, Inc. provides calibration and laboratory instrument services in the United States, Canada, and internationally. It operates through two segments, Service and Distribution. The Service segment offers calibration, repair, inspection, analytical qualification, preventative maintenance, consulting, and other related services. This segment also provides CalTrak, a proprietary document and asset management system that is used to manage the workflow of its calibration service centers and customers' assets; and Compliance, Control, and Cost, an online customer portal that provides its customers with web-based asset management capability, as well as a safe and secure off-site archive of calibration and other service records. The Distribution segment sells and rents test, measurement, and control instruments for customers' test and measurement instrumentation needs, as well as value-added services, such as calibration/certification of equipment purchase, equipment rental, used equipment for sale, and equipment kitting. This segment markets and sells its products through website, digital and print advertising, proactive outbound sales, and an inbound call center. The company provides services and products to highly regulated industries, principally life science, which includes companies in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and other FDA-regulated industries; and additional industries, including aerospace and defense, industrial manufacturing, energy and utilities, chemical manufacturing, and other industries that require accuracy in processes and confirmation of the capabilities of their equipment. Transcat, Inc. was incorporated in 1964 and is headquartered in Rochester, New York.
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