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Clear Secure Inc (YOU)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: YOU (5-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 35 days. Profits (23.77%). Updated daily EoD!
Upturn Star Rating
Outstanding Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, have historically outperformed the market, making them a top-tier choice for investors.
Number of Analysts
8 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $34
1 Year Target Price $34
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 4 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 1 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 64.29% | Avg. Invested days 40 | Today’s Advisory Strong Buy |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 4.49B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 20.73 | 1Y Target Price 34 |
Price to earnings Ratio 20.73 | 1Y Target Price 34 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 8 | Beta 1.23 | 52 Weeks Range 21.46 - 38.33 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 21.46 - 38.33 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.39% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.63 |
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-08-05 | When - | Estimate 0.3 | Actual 0.26 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 21.17% | Operating Margin (TTM) 19.39% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 8.55% | Return on Equity (TTM) 130.19% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 20.73 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 2749140065 | Price to Sales(TTM) 5.38 |
Enterprise Value 2749140065 | Price to Sales(TTM) 5.38 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.29 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.59 | Shares Outstanding 95330496 | Shares Floating 82606466 |
Shares Outstanding 95330496 | Shares Floating 82606466 | ||
Percent Insiders 8.89 | Percent Institutions 102.3 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Clear Secure Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Clear Secure, Inc., formerly Alclear Acquisition Corp, was founded in 2010. It focuses on biometric identity verification to create frictionless experiences. Initially focused on airport security, it has expanded into stadiums, arenas, and other venues.
Core Business Areas
- CLEAR Plus: Provides expedited security screening at airports using biometric identification. Members bypass standard TSA lines. 85% of members rate their overall experience with CLEAR as very good or excellent.
- CLEAR Verified: Offers identity verification technology for various applications, including age verification and access control.
- Platform Services: Provides platform-based services like expedited security in Stadiums and other venues. Partner with Delta, United, TSA and MLB.
Leadership and Structure
Caryn Seidman-Becker is the CEO. The company has a board of directors and operates with functional departments like technology, operations, and marketing.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- CLEAR Plus: Expedited security screening at airports using biometric identification. Competitors include TSA PreCheck and Global Entry. CLEAR is estimated to have approximately 5 million members. This has led to CLEAR accounting for over $550 million in revenue annually.
- CLEAR Verified: Identity verification technology for various applications. Competitors include ID.me and Socure. Revenue from this product is not clearly broken out from the total.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The identity verification and security screening industry is growing due to increased security concerns and demand for frictionless experiences. The market is characterized by technological advancements and increasing regulatory scrutiny.
Positioning
Clear Secure Inc. is positioned as a provider of premium, convenient, and secure identity verification services. Its competitive advantages include its biometric technology and brand recognition.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for biometric security and identity verification is estimated to be in the billions of dollars. Clear Secure Inc. is positioned to capture a significant portion of this market through expansion into new verticals and partnerships.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition
- Proprietary biometric technology
- Large membership base
- Strategic partnerships with airports and venues
- Focus on frictionless user experience
Weaknesses
- High membership cost
- Limited geographic coverage
- Reliance on partnerships with TSA and venues
- Negative publicity relating to privacy concerns
- Vulnerable to data breaches
Opportunities
- Expansion into new verticals (e.g., healthcare, finance)
- International expansion
- Development of new biometric identification technologies
- Increased demand for contactless solutions
- Partnerships with additional organizations
Threats
- Competition from TSA PreCheck and Global Entry
- Data privacy regulations
- Security breaches
- Economic downturn
- Changes in travel patterns
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Nok Nok Labs
- IDEMIA
- Thales Group (Euronext: HO)
Competitive Landscape
Clear Secure Inc. competes with TSA PreCheck, Global Entry, and other biometric identity verification providers. Clear's advantages include its brand recognition, user experience, and focus on innovation. Disadvantages are costs and availibility.
Major Acquisitions
Whyline
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 120
- Strategic Rationale: To enhance Clear's platform with queue management and virtual queuing capabilities.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Clear Secure Inc. has experienced rapid growth in recent years, driven by increased demand for expedited security screening and its expansion into new markets.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued revenue growth for Clear Secure Inc. in the coming years, driven by its expansion into new verticals and strategic partnerships.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding partnerships with sports teams, entering partnerships with entertainment venues and innovating on their ID verification technology.
Summary
Clear Secure Inc. is a growing company in the biometric identity verification space, driven by its CLEAR Plus program and expansion into new verticals. The company has strong financials and is projected for continued growth, but it faces competition from government programs and private companies. It should closely monitor regulatory changes and address any data privacy concerns to maintain its competitive edge. With a large customer base and strategic partnership strategy, Clear is in a strong position to capitalize on the increasing demand for secure and frictionless identity verification solutions.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Analyst reports
- Industry publications
- Clear Secure Inc. investor relations website
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial advice. Market data and analyst estimates are subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Clear Secure Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters New York, NY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2021-06-30 | Chairman & CEO Ms. Caryn Gail Seidman-Becker | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Software - Application | Full time employees 4022 | Website https://www.clearme.com |
Full time employees 4022 | Website https://www.clearme.com | ||
Clear Secure, Inc. operates a secure identity platform under the CLEAR brand name primarily in the United States. Its secure identity platform, a multi-layered infrastructure consisting of front-end, including enrollment, verification, and linking, as well as back-end. The company also offers CLEAR Plus, a consumer aviation subscription service, which enables access to predictable entry lanes in airport security checkpoints, as well as access to broader network; and CLEAR mobile app, which is used to enroll new members and improve the experience for existing members. In addition, it provides RESERVE powered by CLEAR to reservation spot for airport locations; Home to Gate, a feature to help travelers plan and time their trip to the airport; CLEAR1, a B2B offering that extends secure identity platform to partners to create friction-free experiences for their customers; TSA PreCheck Enrollment Provided by CLEAR, as well as online renewal services; Sora ID that enables adding know your customer services to platform offerings; and a virtual queuing technology. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in New York, New York. Clear Secure, Inc. is a subsidiary of Alclear Investments, Llc.
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