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Valmont Industries Inc (VMI)

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$409.95
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Profit since last BUY27.95%
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10/15/2025: VMI (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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6 Analysts rated it

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1 Year Target Price $415

1 Year Target Price $415

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$415 Target price
52w Low $249.09
Current$409.95
52w High $414.53

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 11.62%
Avg. Invested days 56
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Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 7.99B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 37.45
1Y Target Price 415
Price to earnings Ratio 37.45
1Y Target Price 415
Volume (30-day avg) 6
Beta 1.15
52 Weeks Range 249.09 - 414.53
Updated Date 10/17/2025
52 Weeks Range 249.09 - 414.53
Updated Date 10/17/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 0.63%
Basic EPS (TTM) 10.81

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 2025-10-22
When -
Estimate 4.59
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 5.98%
Operating Margin (TTM) 12.33%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 9.24%
Return on Equity (TTM) 15.61%

Valuation

Trailing PE 37.45
Forward PE 18.59
Enterprise Value 8407222137
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.96
Enterprise Value 8407222137
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.96
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.06
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 16.98
Shares Outstanding 19738494
Shares Floating 18771703
Shares Outstanding 19738494
Shares Floating 18771703
Percent Insiders 1.36
Percent Institutions 94.61

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Valmont Industries Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Valmont Industries, Inc. was founded in 1946 by Robert B. Daugherty in Valley, Nebraska. Initially focused on agricultural irrigation, it expanded into engineered support structures and infrastructure solutions over time.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Engineered Support Structures: This segment produces fabricated metal products, including transmission and distribution poles, lighting and traffic poles, and wireless communication towers.
  • Irrigation: Valmont's irrigation segment offers mechanized irrigation equipment and related parts and services for agricultural applications.
  • Coatings: This segment provides galvanizing, painting, and other coating services for steel and other metal products.
  • Utility Support Structures: Includes transmission, distribution and substation structures and components, including poles, towers, and related hardware.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Valmont is led by President and CEO Avner Applbaum. The company operates with a divisional structure, with leadership teams overseeing each business segment.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Center Pivot Irrigation Systems: Valmont's Valley brand center pivot irrigation systems hold a significant market share (estimated around 35%) in the global agricultural irrigation market. Competitors include Lindsay Corporation (LNN) and T-L Irrigation. Revenue for this product line is significant to Valmont's overall revenue.
  • Market Share (%): 35
  • Market Share (%): 20
  • Transmission and Distribution Structures: Valmont manufactures steel poles and structures used in power transmission and distribution. Market share varies by region, but it's a major player in North America. Competitors include Sabre Industries and American Electric Technologies, Inc.
  • Coatings Services: Valmont's coatings segment provides hot-dip galvanizing and other protective coatings for steel. This helps infrastructure projects avoid corrosion. Competitors include AZZ Incorporated (AZZ) and ArcelorMittal.
  • Market Share (%): 5

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The industries Valmont operates in are influenced by infrastructure spending, agricultural commodity prices, and global economic conditions. Demand for irrigation equipment is driven by water scarcity and the need for efficient agricultural practices. The infrastructure sector is affected by government policies, infrastructure development plans, and population growth.

Positioning

Valmont is a leading provider of engineered products and services for infrastructure and agriculture. Its competitive advantage lies in its established brand, global presence, and integrated solutions.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM for Valmont's combined markets (irrigation, infrastructure, coatings) is estimated in the billions of dollars. Valmont is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM through its diverse product portfolio and market leadership. The infrastructure market alone is estimated to be worth over $100 billion. Valmont focuses on specific market segments within this large TAM.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong brand recognition (Valley Irrigation)
  • Global presence and distribution network
  • Diversified product portfolio
  • Engineering expertise and innovation
  • Established relationships with key customers

Weaknesses

  • Exposure to commodity price fluctuations (steel)
  • Dependence on government infrastructure spending
  • Cyclical nature of agricultural market
  • High capital expenditure requirements

Opportunities

  • Increasing demand for efficient irrigation technologies
  • Growing infrastructure development in emerging markets
  • Expanding product offerings in renewable energy sector
  • Acquisition opportunities to expand market share
  • Technological advancements in manufacturing and materials

Threats

  • Increased competition from low-cost manufacturers
  • Economic downturns and reduced infrastructure spending
  • Changes in government regulations and trade policies
  • Climate change and water scarcity impacting agriculture
  • Disruptive technologies and new market entrants

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • LIN
  • AMEU
  • AZZ

Competitive Landscape

Valmont competes on product quality, engineering expertise, and global reach. Its Valley irrigation brand is a key differentiator. Competitors like Lindsay Corporation (LIN) focus primarily on irrigation, while others like AZZ Incorporated (AZZ) compete in specific segments like coatings.

Major Acquisitions

Prospera Technologies

  • Year: 2019
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 300
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanded Valmont's digital agriculture capabilities with AI-powered crop monitoring and analysis.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Valmont's historical growth has been driven by acquisitions, product innovation, and expansion into new markets. Specific growth rates would need to be updated in a more timely manner as they are dynamic.

Future Projections: Analyst estimates for Valmont's future growth vary, but generally project moderate growth driven by infrastructure spending and agricultural demand. Specifics would need to be updated in a more timely manner as they are dynamic.

Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include investments in digital agriculture solutions and acquisitions to expand its product portfolio and geographic reach.

Summary

Valmont is a well-established company with a diversified portfolio, primarily focused on infrastructure and agriculture. The company benefits from its strong brand and global presence. However, it faces challenges from commodity price fluctuations and cyclical markets. Valmont needs to capitalize on growth opportunities in emerging markets and digital technologies to maintain its competitive edge.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Valmont Industries Inc. Investor Relations
  • Third-party market research reports
  • Analyst estimates
  • Company filings (10-K, 10-Q)

Disclaimers:

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About Valmont Industries Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Omaha, NE, United States
IPO Launch date 1990-03-26
CEO, President & Director Mr. Avner M. Applbaum CPA
Sector Industrials
Industry Conglomerates
Full time employees 10986
Full time employees 10986

Valmont Industries, Inc. operates as a manufacturer of products and services for infrastructure and agriculture markets in the United States, Australia, Brazil, and internationally. It operates in two segments, Infrastructure and Agriculture. The company manufactures and distributes steel, pre-stressed concrete, composite structures for electrical transmission, substation, and distribution applications; and designs, engineers, and manufactures metal, steel, wood, aluminum, and composite poles and structures for lighting and transportation applications. It also offers galvanizing, anodizing, painting, and powder coating services for paint products; towers, small cell structures, camouflage concealment solutions, passive intermodulation mitigation equipment, and components for wireless communication markets; and solar single-axis tracker product, an integrated system of steel structures, electric motors, and electronic controllers, as well as provides coatings services to preserve metal products. In addition, the company manufactures center pivot components and linear irrigation equipment for the agricultural markets, such as parts and tubular products for industrial customers; advanced technology solutions for agricultural sector; mechanical irrigation equipment and service parts under the Valley brand name. Valmont Industries, Inc. was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.