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Vishay Precision Group Inc(VPG)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
3-STAR RATING
PASS
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$60.71
10/28/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for VPG

10/28/2026: VPG (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Vishay Precision Group (VPG) is a specialized manufacturer of precision resistors, sensors, and force measurement systems serving high-reliability sectors like defense, medical, and aerospace. The company is known for its proprietary technology, which provides a durable position in niche markets where accuracy is mission-critical. Its primary growth opportunity lies in the expanding demand for precision sensing in industrial automation and smart manufacturing. However, the company faces risks from cyclical industrial demand, competition from larger electronic firms, and the need for successful acquisition integration. VPG is best suited for value-oriented investors who prioritize specialized niche moats over high-growth speculative potential.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitVPG provides steady, niche growth rather than the high-growth trajectory typical of pure technology plays.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock often exhibits lower liquidity and steady performance rather than the rapid price appreciation sought by momentum traders.
Value investorStrong fitLong-term investors may find value in the company's specialized market position and solid balance sheet.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not currently provide a dividend yield, making it unsuitable for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile established, the company's reliance on specific cyclical industrial sectors introduces volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumThe stock can experience price swings linked to industrial cycles and low trading volume.
Valuation riskMediumPricing is tied to niche growth expectations which may be impacted by macroeconomic downturns.
Competition riskMediumIntense competition from diversified players like TE Connectivity and Honeywell impacts pricing power.
Business qualityMediumThe company possesses a strong moat in specific resistor and sensor niches but has moderate overall scale.
Dividend incomeLow / noneInvestors should not rely on VPG for regular income distributions.
Execution riskMediumSuccessful integration of specialized acquisitions is vital for long-term margin expansion.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Highly Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Highly Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent, large price swings that make its near-term movement less predictable.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 84.07%
Avg. Invested days 46
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
VPG receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, soft quantitative characteristics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
VPG has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, soft growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, growth and ownership metrics are mixed: negative earnings growth (-46.6%), soft cash generation (FCF margin 2.1%), moderate revenue growth (+0.2%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
VPG's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 42.0%). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is VPG's strongest growth driver at +0.2% FY2025 versus FY2024 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while earnings growth (-46.6%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-40.4%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 93.6% and approximately 88.4% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 3.24% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 7.62%
Portolan Capital Management, LLC 7.57%
Needham Investment Management, LLC 4.50%
T. Rowe Price Investment Management,Inc. 4.11%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.93%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
VPG generates approximately $389 of gross profit, $31 of operating income, and $21 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Soft margins explain the 2-star rating, with moderate cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 39.27%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
VPG has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

High VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 784.49M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 196.6
1Y Target Price 93.33
Price to earnings Ratio 196.6
1Y Target Price 93.33
Volume (30-day avg) 335.5K shares
Beta 1.39
52 Weeks Range 29.08 - 151.78
Updated Date 10/28/2026
52 Weeks Range 29.08 - 151.78
Updated Date 10/28/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.3

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Precision ResistorsFoil resistors for medical, aerospace, and defense.VPG makes money by selling high-end, extremely accurate electronic components that are hard for competitors to replicate.
Sensors and WeighingLoad cells, torque sensors, and integrated weighing systems.They sell specialized sensors that factories use to measure weight and force precisely.

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 2026-11-04
When Before Market
Estimate 0.15
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 1.2%
Operating Margin (TTM) 0.52%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 1.07%
Return on Equity (TTM) 1.21%

Valuation

Trailing PE 196.6
Forward PE 35.09
Enterprise Value 684.59M
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.39
Enterprise Value 684.59M
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.39
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.08
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 27.38
Shares Outstanding 12.28M
Shares Floating 10.85M
Shares Outstanding 12.28M
Shares Floating 10.85M
Percent Insiders 3.24
Percent Institutions 93.62

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)

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🧱 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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