Strong Financial Performance and Strategic Initiatives Drive Buy Rating for Montrose Environmental Group

Needham analyst James Ricchiuti reiterated a Buy rating on Montrose Environmental Group (MEG – Research Report) today and set a price target of $30.00.

James Ricchiuti has given his Buy rating due to a combination of factors including Montrose Environmental Group’s impressive start to 2025, where it exceeded expectations with a 14.5% year-over-year growth in Q1 revenues, surpassing the consensus estimate of 8%. The company also achieved a 12.5% increase in adjusted EBITDA, defying the anticipated decline of 7%.
Management’s confidence in the company’s market position and the strong momentum across its business lines, coupled with favorable margin trends, further supports this positive outlook. Additionally, Montrose Environmental Group’s plans to redeem Series A-2 preferred stock and initiate a share-repurchase program signal financial strength and commitment to shareholder value. The reaffirmation and increase in revenue and adjusted EBITDA guidance for 2025 also contribute to the Buy rating.