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Victory Capital Holdings Inc(VCTR)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
5-STAR RATING
STRONG BUY
BUY for 4 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+5.5% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$126.8
11/09/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for VCTR

11/09/2026: VCTR (5-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 4 days. Simulated Profits (5.50%). Updated daily EoD!

Victory Capital Holdings is an integrated, multi-boutique asset manager known for its scalable operating platform and focus on specialized investment strategies. The company has a leading position in managing diverse mutual fund and ETF offerings, with growth supported by a disciplined strategy of acquiring boutique firms. Its primary investment story centers on the efficiency of its centralized distribution model and expansion into digital direct-to-consumer channels. However, the business faces risks from industry-wide fee compression, heavy reliance on market-driven assets, and execution challenges regarding acquisitions. The stock may suit investors seeking exposure to the asset management sector, with dividend income as a notable feature to monitor alongside AUM growth trends.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitThe company's history of scaling through acquisitions and expanding into new digital channels supports a growth-oriented thesis.
Momentum investorMixed fitThis is conditional on sustained market upturns driving AUM and performance fees.
Value investorStrong fitThe stock often trades at valuations that reflect the cyclical nature of the asset management sector.
Dividend investorStrong fitVictory Capital maintains a consistent dividend policy that provides reliable income for shareholders.
Low-risk investorMixed fitThe company's reliance on market performance introduces volatility that may not suit conservative profiles.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highAsset management stocks are highly sensitive to market fluctuations and investor sentiment.
Valuation riskMediumThe stock's valuation is tied to future AUM growth and the market's willingness to pay for active management.
Competition risk (passive investing)HighThe secular shift toward low-cost index funds creates persistent pressure on active management fees.
Business qualityMedium / highThe integrated multi-boutique model provides strong margins but requires constant operational excellence.
Dividend incomeMediumWhile dividends are currently reliable, payout sustainability depends on ongoing net inflows and profitability.
Execution riskMediumSuccessfully integrating and retaining talent from acquired boutique firms is essential to maintaining performance.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

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

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 135.8%
Avg. Invested days 54
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
VCTR receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, and solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
VCTR has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+14.3%) supports the fundamentals score.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
VCTR's financial health is supported by solid profitability, including gross margin of 71.1% and operating margin of 42.5%. Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is VCTR's strongest growth driver at +46.2% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, earnings growth (+14.3%, solid) is also solid, while free-cash-flow growth (-30.1%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 81.4% and approximately 74.3% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 12.29% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 11.26%
Bahl & Gaynor Inc. 5.02%
Amundi 4.79%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.57%
Crestview Partners II GP, LP 3.23%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
VCTR generates approximately $711 of gross profit, $425 of operating income, and $181 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong margins and moderate cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains solid.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 24.70%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
VCTR has a high-quality, liquid profile. No single quantitative factor dominates as a drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

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

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 7.84B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 23.22
1Y Target Price 123.67
Price to earnings Ratio 23.22
1Y Target Price 123.67
Volume (30-day avg) 616.1K shares
Beta 1.12
52 Weeks Range 59.20 - 128.51
Updated Date 11/09/2026
52 Weeks Range 59.20 - 128.51
Updated Date 11/09/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.66%
Basic EPS (TTM) 5.46

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Investment Management FeesFees earned from managing assets across mutual funds, ETFs, and institutional accounts.The company earns the majority of its revenue by taking a small percentage fee on the total assets it manages for clients.
Distribution and ServicePlatform services and distribution support for investment products.Revenue is also generated through the services provided to move and support these investment products within the financial market.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-11-04
When After Market
Estimate 1.92
Actual 1.63

Profitability

Profit Margin 28.59%
Operating Margin (TTM) 48.07%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 11.08%
Return on Equity (TTM) 18.9%

Valuation

Trailing PE 23.22
Forward PE 11.26
Enterprise Value 8.17B
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.92
Enterprise Value 8.17B
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.92
Enterprise Value to Revenue 5.13
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.02
Shares Outstanding 61.80M
Shares Floating 45.92M
Shares Outstanding 61.80M
Shares Floating 45.92M
Percent Insiders 12.29
Percent Institutions 81.44

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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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon 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)

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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)

Information icon 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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