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Neutral 69 (OpenAI - 5.2)
Rating:69Neutral
Price Target:
$231.00
▲(9.70% Upside)
Action:DowngradedDate:02/28/26
The score is driven primarily by strong underlying financial performance and a positive forward outlook from the latest earnings call, supported by a meaningful contract expansion that improves visibility. These positives are tempered by clearly weak technicals (price below key moving averages with negative MACD) and a valuation that is not inexpensive, while cash flow softness in 2025 is a key fundamental watch item.
Positive Factors
Revenue Growth
Sustained multi‑year revenue expansion (from ~$179M in 2020 to ~$603M in 2025) demonstrates scalable demand and successful market penetration. This scale supports fixed‑cost absorption, R&D and capacity investments, and makes growth less dependent on any single short quarter.
Balance Sheet & Cash Generation
Material cash generation and meaningful debt reduction improved leverage (debt-to-equity dropped vs. 2024), providing financial flexibility to fund capex, M&A and capacity builds. A stronger balance sheet lowers refinancing risk and supports multi‑year strategic programs.
Strategic Customer Contracts
Extension and expansion of the Intuitive Surgical supply agreement raises minimums and adds a program, increasing longer‑dated revenue visibility. Volume‑based pricing and cost‑sharing align incentives with a major OEM, deepening integration and supporting durable demand for medical offerings.
Negative Factors
Cash Flow Variability
Free cash flow fell nearly 10% in 2025 even as net income rose, and operating cash flow relative to revenue weakened, indicating working‑capital or timing pressures. Persistent cash conversion volatility can constrain reinvestment, dividend policy and reduces margin of safety during slowdowns.
Customer Concentration & Limited Visibility
Dependence on large OEM programs with withheld volume details reduces external visibility and heightens revenue concentration risk. If major customers shift sourcing or delay program volumes, the company’s topline and factory throughput could be materially affected over the medium term.
Operational & Cybersecurity Risks
Recurring AJR labor inefficiencies and backlog drove multimillion dollar costs and required overtime/temps; a Feb ransomware incident also forced manual processes. These execution and cyber risks can persistently raise costs, compress margins, and complicate capacity expansion if not fully remediated.

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Ufp Technologies Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company DescriptionUFP Technologies, Inc. designs and custom manufactures components, subassemblies, products, and packaging utilizing specialized foams, films, and plastics primarily for the medical market. Its single-use and single-patient devices and components are used in a range of medical devices, disposable wound care products, infection prevention, minimally invasive surgery, wearables, orthopedic soft goods, and orthopedic implant packaging. The company also provides engineered products and components to customers in the automotive, aerospace and defense, consumer, electronics, and industrial markets, which are applied in military uniform and gear components, automotive interior trim, athletic padding, environmentally protective packaging, air filtration, abrasive nail files, and protective cases and inserts. It markets and sells its products in the United States principally through a direct sales force, as well as independent manufacturer representatives. The company was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Newburyport, Massachusetts.
How the Company Makes MoneyUFP Technologies generates revenue through the sale of its custom-engineered products, which are primarily focused on protective packaging, molded products, and specialty foam solutions. The company has multiple key revenue streams, including direct sales to customers in diverse sectors such as healthcare, automotive, and electronics. Additionally, UFP Technologies benefits from long-term contracts with major clients that ensure a steady flow of income. The company also invests in research and development to innovate and expand its product offerings, which helps maintain competitive advantage and drive sales growth. Strategic partnerships with suppliers and collaborations with clients for customized solutions further enhance its revenue potential, allowing UFP Technologies to capture a larger market share.

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Ufp Technologies Earnings Call Summary

Earnings Call Date:Feb 24, 2026
(Q4-2025)
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Next Earnings Date:May 05, 2026
Earnings Call Sentiment Positive
The call conveyed a broadly positive outlook driven by strong revenue growth (+19.5% to $602.8M), multi-year profitability gains (operating income +435%, EPS +419% since 2021), healthy cash generation (~$92M), debt reduction (~$53.9M) and multiple contract extensions and capacity expansions. These positives were tempered by meaningful near-term operational headwinds: a $6.3M AJR labor inefficiency that compressed gross margin, a recent ransomware attack causing temporary manual processes and potential shipment timing impacts, and low single-digit organic growth in 2025. Management emphasized that margins remained within target ranges after adjustments, that AJR inefficiencies are improving (Q4 $1.2M vs Q3 $3.0M), and that backlog and capacity expansions should support future growth. Overall, the highlights and durable strategic progress outweigh the transitory lowlights.
Q4-2025 Updates
Positive Updates
Strong Revenue Growth and Scale Milestone
Total revenue grew 19.5% for FY2025 to $602.8 million, representing nearly a 3x increase in revenue since 2021.
Substantial Multi-Year Profitability Gains
Operating income increased ~435% and EPS increased ~419% over the four-year period since 2021; 2025 EPS grew 15.4% year-over-year despite headwinds.
Adjusted Operating Margin Within Target
Adjusted operating margin for 2025 was 17.1% of sales, inside the company target range of 17%–20% despite absorbing extra labor costs.
Cash Generation and Balance Sheet Strength
Operating cash flow of approximately $92.0 million in 2025; capital expenditures of $12.9 million; paid down ~$53.9 million of debt and finished the year with leverage of ~1.1x.
Resilient Gross Margin Adjusted for One-Time Labor Impact
Reported gross margin was 28.3% in 2025; management states that absent the $6.3 million AJR labor inefficiency, gross margin would have been ~29.3%.
Contract Extensions and Customer Wins
Extended and expanded contract with the largest customer (additional program and material volume increase, two-year extension); infection prevention contract funded through 2030; new wins in orthopedic sterile packaging (Harlan).
Capacity Expansion and Program Launches
Progress in the Dominican Republic: second major program launched in Santiago with lease for a third building; in La Romana, three new programs launched, Building 5 completed (product development center, external capital program, centralized warehouse) and possession of Building 6 planned in April to expand robotic surgery capacity.
Successful M&A Integrations and Leadership Transition
Integrations of 7 acquisitions (4 in 2024, 3 in 2025) progressing well; CEO transition plan nearly complete with the outgoing CEO remaining as Executive Chair for one year to support continuity.
Negative Updates
AJR Labor Inefficiencies and Backlog
Labor inefficiencies at the Illinois AJR facility cost $6.3 million in 2025 (Q4 impact $1.2 million vs. Q3 $3.0 million); backlog in safe patient handling carried into 2026 and required overtime and temp staffing.
Cybersecurity Breach (Ransomware)
Ransomware attack detected Feb 14 with data exfiltrated and destroyed; required contingency/manual processes and forensic response. Company reports minimal interruption to operations due to backups and insurance, but investigation continues and some shipping/invoicing delays occurred in February.
Gross Margin Compression Year-over-Year
Reported gross margin decreased to 28.3% for 2025 (impacted by AJR labor costs); although management cites a pro forma 29.3% margin absent the event, the reported decline is a near-term margin headwind.
Subdued Organic/Medtech Growth
Organic sales growth for 2025 was low single digits; medtech growth was essentially flat in Q4 (partly due to revenue pulled into Q3 and strong 2024 robotic surgery sales).
Operational Inefficiencies and Temporary Costs
Use of temporary labor, overtime, and manual invoicing/shipping processes increased costs and inefficiency in the short term while training and onboarding proceed.
Disclosure and Customer Confidentiality Constraints
Management declined to provide specific volume guidance on major customer contract extensions (customers restricted disclosure), limiting external visibility into future revenue cadence despite describing increases as "material."
Company Guidance
Management signaled continued growth and operational recovery for 2026 anchored to strong FY2025 metrics — sales +19.5% to $602.8M, EPS +15.4% for the year, adjusted operating margin 17.1% (within a 17–20% target), and gross margin 28.3% (would be 29.3% excluding a $6.3M AJR labor inefficiency, which included $1.2M in Q4 vs. $3.0M in Q3). They expect organic sales to build on low-single-digit 2025 levels into “robust” growth driven by patient services, double‑digit safe‑patient‑handling growth and multiple program launches (three recent program launches and expanded robotic surgery capacity), while the largest‑customer contract was extended two additional years (and an infection‑prevention contract funded through 2030) — specific volume and minimums were withheld by customer request. Management said the AJR headwind should be smaller in Q1 than Q4 and will diminish each quarter as backlog (not fully quantified but higher into 2026) is worked down; balance‑sheet strength supports the plan with ~ $92.0M cash from operations in 2025, $12.9M capex, ~$53.9M debt paid down to ~1.1x leverage, and only a modest February softness from a recent cyber incident expected to be made up in March.

Ufp Technologies Financial Statement Overview

Summary
Strong multi-year revenue expansion and solid profitability (2025 net margin ~11%, EBIT margin ~15%). Balance sheet leverage improved in 2025 (lower debt-to-equity) and returns remain healthy, but cash flow quality is the main constraint: 2025 free cash flow declined despite higher profits and cash conversion weakened versus 2024.
Income Statement
86
Very Positive
Revenue has expanded sharply over the last several years (from $179M in 2020 to $603M in 2025), with 2025 showing very strong growth (81%). Profitability is solid and consistent for the sector, with 2025 gross margin ~28% and net margin ~11%, and operating profitability remaining healthy (EBIT margin ~15%, EBITDA margin ~19%). The main weakness is modest margin compression versus 2024 (gross, EBIT and net margins slightly lower), suggesting growth is coming with some pricing/mix or cost pressure.
Balance Sheet
74
Positive
Leverage looks manageable and improved meaningfully in 2025, with debt-to-equity dropping to ~0.32 from ~0.60 in 2024, alongside a larger equity base. Returns remain strong and stable (return on equity ~16% in 2025, broadly consistent with prior years). The key risk is the sizable jump in absolute debt over the period (notably above 2023 levels), which could reduce flexibility if growth slows or margins weaken.
Cash Flow
66
Positive
Cash generation is generally supportive: free cash flow tracks net income well (about 86% of net income in 2025), indicating earnings quality is decent. However, 2025 free cash flow declined (~-9.7% growth) despite higher profits, and operating cash flow relative to revenue weakened in 2025 versus 2024, pointing to working-capital or timing headwinds. Overall cash flow is positive but shows more variability than the income statement.
BreakdownDec 2025Dec 2024Dec 2023Dec 2022Dec 2021
Income Statement
Total Revenue602.80M504.42M400.07M353.79M206.32M
Gross Profit170.41M146.69M112.22M90.26M51.11M
EBITDA115.74M95.80M68.95M67.37M29.65M
Net Income68.31M58.98M44.92M41.79M15.89M
Balance Sheet
Total Assets655.08M629.00M404.14M378.19M334.13M
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments20.30M13.45M5.26M4.45M11.12M
Total Debt135.46M206.03M46.04M68.37M84.36M
Total Liabilities231.20M286.24M118.05M140.65M139.69M
Stockholders Equity423.88M342.76M286.09M237.54M194.45M
Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow78.98M56.94M30.84M3.96M8.90M
Operating Cash Flow91.91M66.59M41.33M17.74M14.29M
Investing Cash Flow-27.60M-210.16M-10.49M1.29M-101.46M
Financing Cash Flow-58.16M152.39M-30.02M-25.89M74.05M

Ufp Technologies Technical Analysis

Technical Analysis Sentiment
Negative
Last Price210.58
Price Trends
50DMA
245.12
Negative
100DMA
228.53
Negative
200DMA
226.99
Negative
Market Momentum
MACD
-6.89
Positive
RSI
31.57
Neutral
STOCH
19.46
Positive
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For UFPT, the sentiment is Negative. The current price of 210.58 is below the 20-day moving average (MA) of 246.19, below the 50-day MA of 245.12, and below the 200-day MA of 226.99, indicating a bearish trend. The MACD of -6.89 indicates Positive momentum. The RSI at 31.57 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 19.46 is Positive, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Negative sentiment for UFPT.

Ufp Technologies Risk Analysis

Ufp Technologies disclosed 28 risk factors in its most recent earnings report. Ufp Technologies reported the most risks in the "Macro & Political" category.
Finance & Corporate - Financial and accounting risks. Risks related to the execution of corporate activity and strategy
Latest Risks Added 0 New Risks

Ufp Technologies Peers Comparison

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Sector (51)
Financial Indicators
Name
Overall Rating
Market Cap
P/E Ratio
ROE
Dividend Yield
Revenue Growth
EPS Growth
69
Neutral
$1.62B23.9917.82%29.47%23.24%
61
Neutral
$1.42B30.456.60%2.02%4.69%-51.57%
59
Neutral
$1.84B192.79-2.45%9.81%-1067.00%
56
Neutral
$1.24B-17.24-4.62%-0.23%
56
Neutral
$685.45M-35.12-12.91%23.27%43.90%
51
Neutral
$7.86B-0.30-43.30%2.27%22.53%-2.21%
47
Neutral
$886.93M-1.69-39.90%4.99%-7151.40%
* Healthcare Sector Average
Performance Comparison
Ticker
Company Name
Price
Change
% Change
UFPT
Ufp Technologies
210.58
-4.66
-2.17%
CNMD
Conmed
46.00
-11.70
-20.28%
AORT
Artivion
38.50
13.37
53.20%
IART
Integra Lifesciences
11.38
-11.10
-49.38%
AHCO
AdaptHealth
9.15
-1.85
-16.82%
SIBN
SI-Bone
15.52
-2.05
-11.67%

Ufp Technologies Corporate Events

Business Operations and StrategyFinancial Disclosures
UFP Technologies Updates Investor Presentation on Medical Growth Strategy
Positive
Feb 27, 2026

UFP Technologies has released updated investor presentation materials outlining its business profile and strategic positioning ahead of meetings with investors and other stakeholders. The March 2026 materials detail the company’s emphasis on high-margin, long-term manufacturing opportunities in the fast-growing global medical device market, including its deep integration with major medical OEMs and its role in helping customers bring devices to market through design, materials expertise, and global manufacturing.

The presentation underscores management’s focus on leveraging non-GAAP performance metrics to evaluate operations and communicate trends, while warning that the outlook for growth, acquisitions, capacity expansion, and customer demand is subject to significant risks and uncertainties. Disclosures highlight potential headwinds ranging from customer concentration and supply chain disruptions to geopolitical risks, regulatory changes, cybersecurity threats, and the growing impact and regulatory risk of artificial intelligence technologies on its operations and markets.

The most recent analyst rating on (UFPT) stock is a Buy with a $289.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Ufp Technologies stock, see the UFPT Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and Strategy
UFP Technologies Expands Key Intuitive Surgical Supply Agreement
Positive
Feb 24, 2026

On February 19, 2026, UFP Technologies, through a wholly owned subsidiary, amended its long-standing Manufacturing Supply Agreement with strategic medical customer Intuitive Surgical, effective January 1, 2026. The amendment extends the contract term by two years to December 31, 2029 and materially raises minimum annual volumes for the largest program in 2028 and 2029, while adding an additional program under the agreement.

The revised agreement also introduces volume-based pricing tied to minimum purchase thresholds and cost-sharing provisions, aligning incentives between the parties. The changes signal deeper integration with a key medical customer and could enhance revenue visibility for UFP Technologies, though the company notes that actual purchase volumes and its ability to sustain higher production levels remain subject to operational and customer demand risks.

The most recent analyst rating on (UFPT) stock is a Hold with a $278.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Ufp Technologies stock, see the UFPT Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyExecutive/Board Changes
UFP Technologies Finalizes CEO Succession and Executive Compensation
Positive
Feb 13, 2026

UFP Technologies’ board Compensation Committee met on February 10, 2026 to finalize the previously announced succession plan that will see Mitchell C. Rock become chief executive officer on June 4, 2026, approving his employment terms including a $700,000 base salary, performance-based bonus eligibility up to 100% of salary, and substantial restricted stock unit and severance protections tied to both normal termination scenarios and potential change-of-control events. The committee also raised base salaries for key named executive officers effective January 1, 2026, granted multi-year stock unit and performance share awards with vesting and performance conditions extending to 2029, and set 2026 cash bonus targets for outgoing CEO R. Jeffrey Bailly, Rock, and other senior executives, underscoring a structured leadership transition and tightly performance-linked pay framework designed to align management incentives with shareholder interests over the next several years.

The most recent analyst rating on (UFPT) stock is a Hold with a $278.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Ufp Technologies stock, see the UFPT Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and Strategy
UFP Technologies Highlights Strategic Focus in Investor Update
Positive
Dec 2, 2025

UFP Technologies has released updated presentation materials for investor meetings, highlighting its strategic focus on high-margin, long-term manufacturing opportunities in the medical device market. The company emphasizes its expertise in design, materials, and global manufacturing, aiming to strengthen customer relationships and expand its presence in various markets, including medical, aerospace, and defense. The announcement underscores UFP Technologies’ commitment to innovation and growth, with potential implications for stakeholders in terms of increased production capacity and market expansion.

The most recent analyst rating on (UFPT) stock is a Buy with a $252.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Ufp Technologies stock, see the UFPT Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyExecutive/Board Changes
UFP Technologies Announces CEO Retirement and Succession
Neutral
Dec 2, 2025

On December 1, 2025, UFP Technologies announced the retirement of its long-serving CEO, R. Jeffrey Bailly, effective June 4, 2026. Bailly, who has led the company for 31 years, will transition to the role of Executive Chairman of the Board. Mitchell Rock, currently the President of UFP Technologies, will succeed Bailly as CEO. Rock has been with the company since 1991 and has held various leadership roles, demonstrating a deep understanding of the markets UFP serves. This leadership transition is expected to continue the company’s strategic growth and maintain its strong market position.

The most recent analyst rating on (UFPT) stock is a Buy with a $252.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Ufp Technologies stock, see the UFPT Stock Forecast page.

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This AI Analyst Stock Report is automatically generated by our AI systems using advanced algorithms and publicly available financial, technical, and market data. While the information provided aims to be accurate and insightful, it is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Any content created by an AI (Artificial Intelligence) system may contain inaccuracies and/or contain errors. Investing in stocks carries inherent risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results. This report does not account for your personal financial circumstances, objectives, or risk tolerance. Always conduct your own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. The analysis and recommendations provided are based on historical and current data and may not fully reflect future market conditions or unexpected developments. Neither the creators of this report nor its affiliated entities guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information presented. Use this report at your own discretion and risk.Date of analysis: Feb 28, 2026