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Tetra Tech Inc(TTEK)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
*as per simulation (see disclosures)- ALL
- 1Y
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- BUY Advisory
- SELL Advisory (Profit)
- SELL Advisory (Loss)
- Profit
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Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for TTEK
11/13/2026: TTEK (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 15 days. Simulated Profits (4.58%). Updated daily EoD!
Tetra Tech is a specialized engineering and consulting firm focused on high-end water, environmental, and infrastructure projects. The company has a leading position in scientific services, driven by a strategy of providing complex solutions rather than basic labor. Its primary growth story is built on long-term secular demand for water security and climate resilience. Risks include dependence on government spending cycles, integration challenges from its active M&A strategy, and intense competitive pressures in the infrastructure sector. The stock may suit investors seeking long-term growth exposure to sustainability trends; interested parties should monitor federal infrastructure budgets and the company's continued ability to maintain high margins through differentiated technical expertise.
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 | Strong fit | The company benefits from long-term secular growth trends in global water and environmental sustainability. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | Strong price performance often follows contract wins and positive earnings revisions. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | The stock often trades at a premium valuation compared to broader market indices due to its quality profile. |
| Dividend investor | Mixed fit | While it pays a dividend, the yield is typically lower than traditional income stocks due to growth-focused reinvestment. |
| Low-risk investor | Medium | While the business is steady, equity market volatility and sector-specific risks exist. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium | Equity market conditions can lead to short-term price swings regardless of operational success. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Premium multiples can be sensitive to interest rate changes or earnings disappointments. |
| Competition risk (Engineering services) | Medium / high | Intense competition for public contracts can pressure margins and require constant innovation. |
| Business quality | Strong | The company’s focus on high-end, complex consulting creates a durable moat in the engineering sector. |
| Dividend income | Low | The primary return driver is capital appreciation rather than dividend yield. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Successful integration of frequent acquisitions is essential for sustaining growth and margin performance. |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 10.10B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 23.75 | 1Y Target Price 40.83 |
Price to earnings Ratio 23.75 | 1Y Target Price 40.83 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2.6M shares | Beta 0.87 | 52 Weeks Range 25.76 - 42.87 | Updated Date 11/13/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 25.76 - 42.87 | Updated Date 11/13/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.66 |
Sector & Industry Intelligence
Sector
Industrials
Constructive- Sentiment
- Bullish
- Momentum
- BUY Breadth Improving
- BUY participation
- 39.5%
- Active BUY / eligible
- 30 / 76
- 30-Day BUY Count Change
- +12
- Market state
- Bullish
More qualifying stocks are receiving or maintaining BUY advisories, indicating improving market participation.
Industry
Engineering & Construction
- BUY participation
- 20.0%
- Active BUY / eligible
- 2 / 10
- 30-Day BUY Count Change
- -1
Sector signal summarizes BUY breadth conditions for the sector. It does not override this stock’s BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory.
Price Behavior

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

Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 12.47% | Avg. Invested days 49 | Today’s Advisory Strong Buy |
Upturn Advisory Rating ![]() | Upturn Advisory Performance | Stock Returns Performance |
Upturn Scorecard
Upturn Star Rating 
Company Fundamentals 
Financial Health Rating 
Growth Momentum Score 
Ownership 
Top 5 Institutional Investors
Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue) 
Economic Dimensions
Quantitative Style Profile 
Style Classification
Quality Focused
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Water and Environmental Services | Water supply, water treatment, and environmental remediation projects. | This is the core, high-margin foundation of the company's business. |
| Sustainable Infrastructure | Smart city design, energy efficiency, and modern infrastructure engineering. | This area captures demand from modernization and sustainability initiatives. |
| Geography (North America) | Primary revenue concentration in the United States and Canada. | The company is primarily tied to the economic and policy cycles of North America. |
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 2026-11-11 | When After Market | Estimate 0.47 | Actual 0.49 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 10% | Operating Margin (TTM) 13.7% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 8.54% | Return on Equity (TTM) 24.3% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 23.75 | Forward PE 21.55 | Enterprise Value 10.86B | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.32 |
Enterprise Value 10.86B | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.32 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.05 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.03 | Shares Outstanding 256.04M | Shares Floating 254.49M |
Shares Outstanding 256.04M | Shares Floating 254.49M | ||
Percent Insiders 0.49 | Percent Institutions 106.71 |
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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