Cardinal Infrastructure (CDNL)
Market Price (8/17/2026): $39.4 | Market Cap: $614.1 MilSector: Industrials | Industry: Construction & Engineering
Cardinal Infrastructure (CDNL)
Market Price (8/17/2026): $39.4Market Cap: $614.1 MilSector: IndustrialsIndustry: Construction & Engineering
Investment Highlights Why It Matters Detailed financial logic regarding cash flow yields vs trend-riding momentum.
Attractive yieldTotal YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 5.9%, Dividend Yield is 2.9% Cash is significant % of market capNet D/ENet Debt/Equity. Debt net of cash. Negative indicates net cash. Equity is taken as the Market Capitalization is -18% Strong revenue growthRev Chg LTMRevenue Change % Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 90% Megatrend and thematic driversMegatrends include Water Infrastructure, Sustainable Infrastructure, and Smart Grids & Grid Modernization. Themes include Water Treatment & Delivery, Show more. | Meaningful short interestShort Interest % of Basic SharesShort Interest % of Basic Shares = (Short Interest Quantity) / (Basic Shares Outstanding). A high fraction of short interest can indicate potential risk of a short squeeze. is 16% | Stock price has recently run up significantly12M Rtn12 month market price return is 2932% Not cash flow generativeFCF/Rev LTMFree Cash Flow / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -1.8% High stock price volatilityVol 12M is 1709% Key risksCDNL key risks include [1] strategic uncertainty following its failed IPO attempt and [2] fragile earnings visibility coupled with a recent decline in profitability. |
| Attractive yieldTotal YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 5.9%, Dividend Yield is 2.9% |
| Cash is significant % of market capNet D/ENet Debt/Equity. Debt net of cash. Negative indicates net cash. Equity is taken as the Market Capitalization is -18% |
| Strong revenue growthRev Chg LTMRevenue Change % Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 90% |
| Megatrend and thematic driversMegatrends include Water Infrastructure, Sustainable Infrastructure, and Smart Grids & Grid Modernization. Themes include Water Treatment & Delivery, Show more. |
| Meaningful short interestShort Interest % of Basic SharesShort Interest % of Basic Shares = (Short Interest Quantity) / (Basic Shares Outstanding). A high fraction of short interest can indicate potential risk of a short squeeze. is 16% |
| Stock price has recently run up significantly12M Rtn12 month market price return is 2932% |
| Not cash flow generativeFCF/Rev LTMFree Cash Flow / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -1.8% |
| High stock price volatilityVol 12M is 1709% |
| Key risksCDNL key risks include [1] strategic uncertainty following its failed IPO attempt and [2] fragile earnings visibility coupled with a recent decline in profitability. |
Qualitative Assessment
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Updated on 8/14/2026
Cardinal Infrastructure (CDNL) stock has lost about 25% since 4/30/2026 because of the following key factors:
1. Significant Decline in Profitability and Missed EPS Targets in Fiscal Q2 2026. Cardinal Infrastructure experienced a substantial contraction in its profitability during fiscal Q2 2026, which ended June 30, 2026. Diluted earnings per share (EPS) plummeted by approximately 51% to $0.26, down from $0.53 in the prior year, significantly missing the consensus estimate of $0.48 by $0.22. This was primarily driven by margin compression, with the adjusted gross margin declining to 15.9% from 21.3% (a 5.4 percentage point decrease) and the adjusted EBITDA margin falling to 12.4% from 18.6% year-over-year (a 6.2 percentage point decrease).
2. Downward Revision of Full-Year Adjusted EBITDA Margin Outlook. Following the fiscal Q2 2026 results, management updated its full-year 2026 adjusted EBITDA margin guidance to a range of 16%-18%. This represents a reduction from the "above 20%" margin expectation provided in fiscal Q1 2026, signaling a less favorable profitability outlook for the remainder of the year and likely contributing to investor concern.
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Cardinal Infrastructure (CDNL) stock has lost about 25% since 4/30/2026 because of the following key factors:
1. Significant Decline in Profitability and Missed EPS Targets in Fiscal Q2 2026. Cardinal Infrastructure experienced a substantial contraction in its profitability during fiscal Q2 2026, which ended June 30, 2026. Diluted earnings per share (EPS) plummeted by approximately 51% to $0.26, down from $0.53 in the prior year, significantly missing the consensus estimate of $0.48 by $0.22. This was primarily driven by margin compression, with the adjusted gross margin declining to 15.9% from 21.3% (a 5.4 percentage point decrease) and the adjusted EBITDA margin falling to 12.4% from 18.6% year-over-year (a 6.2 percentage point decrease).
2. Downward Revision of Full-Year Adjusted EBITDA Margin Outlook. Following the fiscal Q2 2026 results, management updated its full-year 2026 adjusted EBITDA margin guidance to a range of 16%-18%. This represents a reduction from the "above 20%" margin expectation provided in fiscal Q1 2026, signaling a less favorable profitability outlook for the remainder of the year and likely contributing to investor concern.
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Updated on 8/14/2026
Cardinal Infrastructure (CDNL) stock has lost about 25% since 4/30/2026 because of the following key factors:
1. Significant Decline in Profitability and Missed EPS Targets in Fiscal Q2 2026. Cardinal Infrastructure experienced a substantial contraction in its profitability during fiscal Q2 2026, which ended June 30, 2026. Diluted earnings per share (EPS) plummeted by approximately 51% to $0.26, down from $0.53 in the prior year, significantly missing the consensus estimate of $0.48 by $0.22. This was primarily driven by margin compression, with the adjusted gross margin declining to 15.9% from 21.3% (a 5.4 percentage point decrease) and the adjusted EBITDA margin falling to 12.4% from 18.6% year-over-year (a 6.2 percentage point decrease).
2. Downward Revision of Full-Year Adjusted EBITDA Margin Outlook. Following the fiscal Q2 2026 results, management updated its full-year 2026 adjusted EBITDA margin guidance to a range of 16%-18%. This represents a reduction from the "above 20%" margin expectation provided in fiscal Q1 2026, signaling a less favorable profitability outlook for the remainder of the year and likely contributing to investor concern.
3. Increased Operating Costs and Impact of Noncontrolling Interests. The company attributed its margin compression to higher subcontracted labor and equipment rental costs in developing markets, weather-related disruptions in parts of the Southeast, and increased corporate investments associated with scaling its operational footprint. Additionally, net income attributable to Cardinal fell to $4.7 million from $7.2 million, partly due to a larger portion being allocated to noncontrolling interests, and a significant increase in the diluted share count to 43.1 million from 15.4 million further impacted EPS.
4. Broad Cooling in Sentiment and Margin Compression Across the Infrastructure Sector. Macroeconomic factors also contributed to the negative trend, as indicated by the Civil Infrastructure Construction Index (CICI) which fell to 50.1 in fiscal Q2 2026 from 52.1 in Q1, reflecting a broad cooling in sentiment. The sector experienced increased cost pressures, with 52% of respondents reporting increases in materials and labor, intensified competition, and widespread margin compression, with 35% of firms reporting lower margins year-over-year.
5. Investigations into Potential Securities Law Violations. Following the August 11, 2026, Q2 earnings disclosure and the reduced full-year margin guidance, multiple law firms, including Block & Leviton and Holzer & Holzer, LLC, initiated investigations into Cardinal Infrastructure for potential securities law violations. This development likely exacerbated investor apprehension and contributed to the stock's decline.
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Cardinal Infrastructure (CDNL) stock has lost about 25% since 4/30/2026 because of the following key factors:
1. Significant Decline in Profitability and Missed EPS Targets in Fiscal Q2 2026. Cardinal Infrastructure experienced a substantial contraction in its profitability during fiscal Q2 2026, which ended June 30, 2026. Diluted earnings per share (EPS) plummeted by approximately 51% to $0.26, down from $0.53 in the prior year, significantly missing the consensus estimate of $0.48 by $0.22. This was primarily driven by margin compression, with the adjusted gross margin declining to 15.9% from 21.3% (a 5.4 percentage point decrease) and the adjusted EBITDA margin falling to 12.4% from 18.6% year-over-year (a 6.2 percentage point decrease).
2. Downward Revision of Full-Year Adjusted EBITDA Margin Outlook. Following the fiscal Q2 2026 results, management updated its full-year 2026 adjusted EBITDA margin guidance to a range of 16%-18%. This represents a reduction from the "above 20%" margin expectation provided in fiscal Q1 2026, signaling a less favorable profitability outlook for the remainder of the year and likely contributing to investor concern.
3. Increased Operating Costs and Impact of Noncontrolling Interests. The company attributed its margin compression to higher subcontracted labor and equipment rental costs in developing markets, weather-related disruptions in parts of the Southeast, and increased corporate investments associated with scaling its operational footprint. Additionally, net income attributable to Cardinal fell to $4.7 million from $7.2 million, partly due to a larger portion being allocated to noncontrolling interests, and a significant increase in the diluted share count to 43.1 million from 15.4 million further impacted EPS.
4. Broad Cooling in Sentiment and Margin Compression Across the Infrastructure Sector. Macroeconomic factors also contributed to the negative trend, as indicated by the Civil Infrastructure Construction Index (CICI) which fell to 50.1 in fiscal Q2 2026 from 52.1 in Q1, reflecting a broad cooling in sentiment. The sector experienced increased cost pressures, with 52% of respondents reporting increases in materials and labor, intensified competition, and widespread margin compression, with 35% of firms reporting lower margins year-over-year.
5. Investigations into Potential Securities Law Violations. Following the August 11, 2026, Q2 earnings disclosure and the reduced full-year margin guidance, multiple law firms, including Block & Leviton and Holzer & Holzer, LLC, initiated investigations into Cardinal Infrastructure for potential securities law violations. This development likely exacerbated investor apprehension and contributed to the stock's decline.
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Stock Movement Drivers
Fundamental Drivers
The -25.7% change in CDNL stock from 4/30/2026 to 8/16/2026 was primarily driven by a -45.0% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).| (LTM values as of) | 4302026 | 8162026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock Price ($) | 53.03 | 39.42 | -25.7% |
| Change Contribution By: | |||
| Total Revenues ($ Mil) | 456 | 663 | 45.3% |
| Net Income Margin (%) | 5.0% | 2.7% | -45.0% |
| P/E Multiple | 45.6 | 33.9 | -25.6% |
| Shares Outstanding (Mil) | 19 | 16 | 25.1% |
| Cumulative Contribution | -25.7% |
Market Drivers
4/30/2026 to 8/16/2026| Return | Correlation | |
|---|---|---|
| CDNL | -25.7% | |
| Market (SPY) | 8.0% | 31.2% |
| Sector (XLI) | 6.8% | 34.5% |
Fundamental Drivers
The 56.5% change in CDNL stock from 1/31/2026 to 8/16/2026 was primarily driven by a 0.0% change in the company's P/E Multiple.| (LTM values as of) | 1312026 | 8162026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock Price ($) | 25.19 | 39.42 | 56.5% |
| Change Contribution By: | |||
| Total Revenues ($ Mil) | � | 663 | 0.0% |
| Net Income Margin (%) | � | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| P/E Multiple | � | 33.9 | 0.0% |
| Shares Outstanding (Mil) | 13 | 16 | -15.2% |
| Cumulative Contribution | 0.0% |
Market Drivers
1/31/2026 to 8/16/2026| Return | Correlation | |
|---|---|---|
| CDNL | 56.5% | |
| Market (SPY) | 12.5% | 30.9% |
| Sector (XLI) | 13.1% | 33.9% |
Fundamental Drivers
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Market Drivers
7/31/2025 to 8/16/2026| Return | Correlation | |
|---|---|---|
| CDNL | 2932.3% | |
| Market (SPY) | 23.9% | 25.9% |
| Sector (XLI) | 24.0% | 27.9% |
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Market Drivers
7/31/2023 to 8/16/2026| Return | Correlation | |
|---|---|---|
| CDNL | 2932.3% | |
| Market (SPY) | 75.6% | 25.9% |
| Sector (XLI) | 75.9% | 27.9% |
Price Returns Compared
| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | Total [1] | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Returns | |||||||
| CDNL Return | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 1760% | 43% | 2566% |
| Peers Return | 34% | 5% | 62% | 85% | 54% | 29% | 737% |
| S&P 500 Return | 27% | -19% | 24% | 23% | 16% | 14% | 108% |
Monthly Win Rates [3] | |||||||
| CDNL Win Rate | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 8% | 62% | |
| Peers Win Rate | 62% | 55% | 65% | 63% | 65% | 57% | |
| S&P 500 Win Rate | 75% | 42% | 67% | 75% | 67% | 50% | |
Max Drawdowns [4] | |||||||
| CDNL Max Drawdown | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | -22% | -63% | |
| Peers Max Drawdown | -25% | -33% | -30% | -17% | -36% | -42% | |
| S&P 500 Max Drawdown | -5% | -25% | -10% | -8% | -19% | -9% | |
[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2021
[2] Peers: MTZ, PWR, PRIM, STRL, GVA.
[3] Win Rate = % of calendar months in which monthly returns were positive
[4] Max drawdown represents maximum peak-to-trough decline within a year
[5] 2026 data is for the year up to 8/14/2026 (YTD)
About Cardinal Infrastructure (CDNL)
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- Government Affairs and Advocacy: Assisting clients with legislative and regulatory processes related to transportation infrastructure projects.
- Strategic Consulting: Providing expert advice and strategic guidance on infrastructure policy, funding, and project development.
- Project Development Support: Offering support and expertise in the planning, financing, and implementation of complex infrastructure projects.
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Jeremy Spivey Chief Executive Officer & Chairman
Mr. Spivey founded Cardinal Civil Contracting in 2013 and has served as a partner and the Chief Executive Officer of Cardinal since that time. He possesses over 30 years of civil construction experience, specializing in all aspects of land development and complex civil projects. Mr. Spivey began his career as part of a utility crew and progressed through various core aspects of the business. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management with a Minor in Business Administration from East Carolina University.
Mike Rowe Partner, Chief Financial Officer
Mr. Rowe has been a partner and the Chief Financial Officer of Cardinal Civil Contracting since July 2019. Prior to this, he was a partner and fractional Chief Financial Officer at Rankin McKenzie LLC, a firm providing part-time and interim CFO services to growth companies, from December 2017 to July 2019. From January 2014 to December 2017, he held the positions of Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Financial Officer of ING Source, Inc. Earlier, he served as Chief Financial Officer of Jones & Frank from April 2010 to June 2013, and as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Carolina Handling from March 2006 to April 2010. Mr. Rowe holds a bachelor's degree in accounting from North Carolina State University and is a CPA, CMA, CFA, and ABV certificate holder.
Erik West Chief Operating Officer of Cardinal NC
Mr. West serves as the Chief Operating Officer of Cardinal NC.
Tiffany Gidley General Counsel & Secretary
Ms. Gidley has been the General Counsel of Cardinal Civil Contracting since May 2024. Before joining Cardinal, she was Corporate Counsel at David Allen Company, Inc. from July 2015 to May 2024. She earned a Juris Doctor degree from Campbell University's Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law and a bachelor's degree in applied psychology from North Carolina State University.
Jason Banks Director of Information Technology
Mr. Banks was appointed Director of Information Technology on February 26, 2026. He brings over 20 years of experience in enterprise systems, IT operations, and modernization initiatives. His previous roles include North America IT Director for Descours & Cabaud and an IT leadership position at Parker Hannifin.
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Here are the key risks to Cardinal Infrastructure's business:
- Sensitivity to Macroeconomic Conditions and Interest Rate Changes: As a civil contracting company heavily involved in infrastructure services for residential, commercial, industrial, municipal, and state markets, Cardinal Infrastructure's performance is significantly tied to the broader economic environment. Changes in interest rates can impact housing production and overall construction demand, directly affecting the volume and profitability of their projects.
- Geographic Concentration: While the company has recently expanded its footprint into Georgia and South Carolina through acquisitions, a substantial portion of its operations and revenue has historically been concentrated in North Carolina and the broader Southeastern United States. This regional focus exposes Cardinal Infrastructure to disproportionate risks from adverse economic downturns, changes in state-level infrastructure spending, or significant natural disasters within this specific geographic area.
- Integration Risks from Acquisitions and High Debt Levels: Cardinal Infrastructure is pursuing growth through acquisitions, such as the recent acquisition of A.L. Grading Contractors. Acquisitions inherently carry integration risks, including potential delays, higher costs than expected, and challenges in retaining key employees. Furthermore, analysts have highlighted a high level of debt, which could limit the company's financial flexibility and ability to maneuver if market conditions change or acquired projects underperform.
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Expected Drivers of Future Revenue Growth for Cardinal Infrastructure (CDNL)
Over the next 2-3 years, Cardinal Infrastructure (CDNL) is expected to drive revenue growth through several key initiatives and market dynamics:
- Strategic Acquisitions and Market Expansion: The recent acquisition of A.L. Grading Contractors (ALGC) is a significant driver, expanding Cardinal Infrastructure's operational footprint into Georgia and South Carolina. This move signifies the company's first expansion outside its traditional Carolinas markets in the Southeast and is expected to be immediately accretive, strengthening its financial profile and driving growth through alignment with blue-chip customers.
- Organic Growth in High-Growth Southeastern Markets: Cardinal Infrastructure is well-positioned to continue its organic growth strategy within North Carolina, benefiting from strong secular population and job growth trends in key areas like Raleigh, Charlotte, and Greensboro. This regional economic expansion drives consistent demand for infrastructure projects, which the company aims to capture with its vertically integrated service model.
- Expansion into New Mission-Critical Project Types: Beyond its current focus, Cardinal Infrastructure sees potential for future growth by securing new mission-critical projects. These could include large-scale developments such as data centers or e-commerce fulfillment sites, diversifying its project portfolio and tapping into emerging infrastructure needs.
- Strong and Growing Project Backlog: The company reported a record backlog of approximately $678.3 million to $685.7 million for 2025, representing a significant increase of about 33% compared to 2024. This robust backlog reflects strong and durable demand across Cardinal's markets, providing a solid foundation for future revenue generation.
- Enhanced Service Offerings and Vertical Integration: The acquisition of ALGC is anticipated to enhance Cardinal Infrastructure's self-performed service capabilities through vertical integration. This allows for the provision of more comprehensive infrastructure solutions, potentially leading to faster project execution and improved margins, as the company can reduce reliance on external outsourcing.
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Share Issuance
- Cardinal Infrastructure Group Inc. completed an Initial Public Offering (IPO) on December 10, 2025, by offering 11,500,000 shares of Class A Common Stock at an initial price of $21.00 per share.
- This IPO generated approximately $277.7 million in gross proceeds, providing significant capital for future growth initiatives.
- The number of outstanding shares was 13,218,750 at the end of 2024, and approximately 36.61 million as of March 2, 2026.
Inbound Investments
- As of June 30, 2025, Cardinal Infrastructure had received $78.6 million in fair market value investment through notes payable from investors.
Outbound Investments
- Cardinal Infrastructure's growth strategy includes selectively acquiring small to mid-sized firms.
- The company made several acquisitions, including Purcell Construction, Inc. in January 2025, Page & Associates, Inc. in May 2025, and Red Clay Industries, Inc. in October 2025.
- Cardinal Infrastructure acquired A.L. Grading Contractors for $245.5 million on February 18, 2026, expanding its operational footprint into Georgia and South Carolina.
Capital Expenditures
- Annual capital expenditures were $12.268 million in 2023 and $20.755 million in 2024.
- Trailing twelve months (TTM) capital expenditures were $33.737 million as of March 11, 2026.
- Maintenance capital expenditures, focused on preserving operating capacity, safety, and regulatory compliance, amounted to $2.5 million in 2023 and $4.0 million in 2024.
Peer Outperformance in Construction & Engineering
CDNL has outperformed 100% of its 30 Construction & Engineering peers over 5Y. Construction & Engineering ranks 1st of 23 industries in Industrials by median 5Y return. That makes it one of the strongest corners of the sector.
Share of Construction & Engineering constituents that CDNL has outperformed, by holding period. Peers without a full price history over a given window are excluded from that window.
1Y
100%
of 33 industry peers · 2932.3% return
3Y
100%
of 31 industry peers · 2932.3% return
5Y
100%
of 30 industry peers · 2932.3% return
No Construction & Engineering peer with a comparable growth profile has beaten CDNL by more than 20pp over 5Y.
Median price return by industry across the Industrials sector, ranked by 5Y. Construction & Engineering is CDNL's own industry. Use this to see which corners of the sector have carried the returns.
| Industry | Names | 1Y med | 3Y med | 5Y med | Top 3 by 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction & Engineering ← | 31 | 39.6% | 143.7% | 221.9% | CDNL 2932% · STRL 2512% · FIX 2318% |
| Marine Transportation | 4 | 54.5% | 63.2% | 164.0% | MATX 211% · SFL 179% · KEX 149% |
| Construction Machinery & Heavy Transportation Equipment | 13 | 17.2% | 61.4% | 115.2% | CAT 337% · ALSN 259% · WAB 248% |
| Aerospace & Defense | 55 | 21.8% | 88.9% | 92.6% | DFNS 3604% · ATI 1103% · FTAI 1014% |
| Industrial Machinery & Supplies & Components | 71 | 17.9% | 58.9% | 64.9% | CRS 1578% · PSIX 953% · EROC 861% |
| Passenger Ground Transportation | 3 | -11.4% | 58.0% | 59.0% | UBER 85% · CAR 59% · LYFT -64% |
| Cargo Ground Transportation | 16 | 49.6% | 18.4% | 54.2% | XPO 293% · R 288% · CVLG 222% |
| Diversified Support Services | 34 | 9.8% | 41.3% | 45.6% | LIME 4210% · TH 418% · WLFC 378% |
| Trading Companies & Distributors | 18 | 8.5% | 40.5% | 45.2% | DXPE 550% · AIT 323% · URI 247% |
| Electrical Components & Equipment | 40 | 33.1% | 57.1% | 40.3% | POWL 2616% · BE 1032% · VRT 995% |
| Rail Transportation | 7 | 36.0% | 70.9% | 39.2% | FSTR 117% · CSX 59% · UNP 46% |
| Building Products | 33 | -2.1% | 23.3% | 31.9% | GFF 449% · LMB 415% · PPIH 292% |
| Environmental & Facilities Services | 28 | -8.6% | 18.4% | 7.0% | CECO 1053% · ADUR 667% · NVRI 306% |
| Office Services & Supplies | 10 | 19.3% | 28.1% | 6.7% | TILE 192% · PBI 169% · EBF 56% |
| Industrial Conglomerates | 18 | 22.6% | 36.6% | 2.0% | RCMT 735% · TTI 209% · CSW 177% |
| Research & Consulting Services | 13 | -8.2% | -19.9% | -3.8% | HURN 211% · CRAI 96% · GRNQ 7% |
| Passenger Airlines | 11 | 17.3% | 2.1% | -16.8% | LTM 2325% · UAL 177% · SKYW 157% |
| Agricultural & Farm Machinery | 17 | -8.8% | -14.8% | -17.1% | BLBD 181% · DE 73% · GENC 57% |
| Data Processing & Outsourced Services | 6 | -33.1% | -13.5% | -30.4% | EXLS 44% · BR 6% · G -30% |
| Human Resource & Employment Services | 21 | 13.9% | -20.1% | -31.4% | BBSI 78% · ADP 42% · KFY 37% |
| Air Freight & Logistics | 12 | -7.6% | -1.6% | -34.0% | CHRW 83% · FDX 66% · EXPD 59% |
| Security & Alarm Services | 10 | -27.8% | -10.9% | -40.4% | CIX 116% · MG 89% · BCO 55% |
| Airport Services | 3 | -69.2% | -66.6% | -55.3% | JOBY -15% · ASLE -55% · UP -100% |
Median of constituents with a full price history over each window. Top names are unfiltered by size in this render.
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Financials
| Median | |
|---|---|
| Name | |
| Mkt Price | 212.34 |
| Mkt Cap | 11.6 |
| Rev LTM | 6,126 |
| Op Inc LTM | 459 |
| FCF LTM | 358 |
| FCF 3Y Avg | 436 |
| CFO LTM | 590 |
| CFO 3Y Avg | 521 |
Growth & Margins
| Median | |
|---|---|
| Name | |
| Rev Chg LTM | 24.9% |
| Rev Chg 3Y Avg | 15.3% |
| Rev Chg Q | 35.2% |
| QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM | 8.2% |
| Op Inc Chg LTM | 42.8% |
| Op Inc Chg 3Y Avg | 54.0% |
| Op Mgn LTM | 6.0% |
| Op Mgn 3Y Avg | 4.7% |
| QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM | 0.1% |
| CFO/Rev LTM | 8.1% |
| CFO/Rev 3Y Avg | 8.9% |
| FCF/Rev LTM | 4.4% |
| FCF/Rev 3Y Avg | 6.5% |
Price Behavior
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CDNL Betas & Captures as of 7/31/2026
[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
| 1M | 2M | 3M | 6M | 1Y | 3Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beta | 3.33 | 2.42 | 2.77 | 2.29 | 7.45 | 1.74 |
| Up Beta | 8.12 | 2.89 | 2.51 | 2.27 | 3.54 | 0.42 |
| Down Beta | -6.00 | -0.40 | -0.99 | 0.29 | -0.07 | -0.05 |
| Up Capture | 174% | 529% | 637% | 788% | 8392% | 801% |
| Bmk +ve Days | 11 | 22 | 35 | 67 | 138 | 427 |
| Stock +ve Days | 8 | 23 | 30 | 62 | 82 | 82 |
| Down Capture | 660% | 238% | 323% | 177% | 118% | 66% |
| Bmk -ve Days | 11 | 21 | 28 | 59 | 114 | 326 |
| Stock -ve Days | 14 | 20 | 33 | 64 | 78 | 78 |
[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
Based On 1-Year Data
| Annualized Return | Annualized Volatility | Sharpe Ratio | Correlation with CDNL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CDNL | 68.1% | 100.3% | 1.24 | - |
| Sector ETF (XLI) | 23.7% | 17.0% | 1.08 | 27.9% |
| Equity (SPY) | 21.5% | 12.8% | 1.25 | 25.9% |
| Gold (GLD) | 30.0% | 28.5% | 0.91 | 15.7% |
| Commodities (DBC) | 38.1% | 20.1% | 1.49 | -5.6% |
| Real Estate (VNQ) | 14.4% | 13.9% | 0.73 | 7.0% |
| Bitcoin (BTCUSD) | -49.1% | 42.8% | -1.45 | 11.4% |
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Based On 5-Year Data
| Annualized Return | Annualized Volatility | Sharpe Ratio | Correlation with CDNL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CDNL | 10.9% | 100.3% | 1.24 | - |
| Sector ETF (XLI) | 14.2% | 17.6% | 0.63 | 27.9% |
| Equity (SPY) | 13.4% | 17.2% | 0.60 | 25.9% |
| Gold (GLD) | 19.5% | 18.6% | 0.85 | 15.7% |
| Commodities (DBC) | 9.6% | 19.6% | 0.38 | -5.6% |
| Real Estate (VNQ) | 2.3% | 18.9% | 0.02 | 7.0% |
| Bitcoin (BTCUSD) | 8.0% | 52.8% | 0.34 | 11.4% |
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Based On 10-Year Data
| Annualized Return | Annualized Volatility | Sharpe Ratio | Correlation with CDNL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CDNL | 5.3% | 100.3% | 1.24 | - |
| Sector ETF (XLI) | 14.4% | 20.0% | 0.63 | 27.9% |
| Equity (SPY) | 15.4% | 17.9% | 0.73 | 25.9% |
| Gold (GLD) | 12.0% | 16.2% | 0.60 | 15.7% |
| Commodities (DBC) | 7.7% | 18.0% | 0.34 | -5.6% |
| Real Estate (VNQ) | 5.0% | 20.7% | 0.20 | 7.0% |
| Bitcoin (BTCUSD) | 59.9% | 66.1% | 1.00 | 11.4% |
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Recent Forward Guidance
Updated 8/12/2026Latest: Q2 2026 Earnings Reported 8/11/2026
| Forward Guidance | Guidance Change | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metric | Low | Mid | High | % Chg | % Delta | Change | Prior |
| 2026 Revenue | 880.00 Mil | 890.00 Mil | 900.00 Mil | 30.9% | Raised | Guidance: 680.00 Mil for 2026 | |
| 2026 Adjusted EBITDA Margin | 16.0% | 17.0% | 18.0% | -3.0% | Lowered | Guidance: 20.0% for 2026 | |
Prior: Q1 2026 Earnings Reported 5/12/2026
| Forward Guidance | Guidance Change | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metric | Low | Mid | High | % Chg | % Delta | Change | Prior |
| 2026 Revenue | 675.00 Mil | 680.00 Mil | 685.00 Mil | 1.3% | Raised | Guidance: 671.50 Mil for 2026 | |
| 2026 Adjusted EBITDA margin | 20.0% | 0 | Affirmed | Guidance: 20.0% for 2026 | |||
Insider Activity
Updated 6/9/2026| # | Owner | Title | Holding | Action | Filing Date | Price | Shares | Transacted Value | Value of Held Shares | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wood, Benjamin | CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER | Direct | Buy | 5292026 | 51.30 | 20,000 | 1,025,900 | 1,025,900 | Form |
| 2 | Zelman, Ivy | Direct | Buy | 3272026 | 36.33 | 6,921 | 251,440 | 556,794 | Form | |
| 3 | Wimmer, Richard Bennett | Direct | Buy | 12112025 | 21.00 | 10,000 | 210,000 | 351,225 | Form | |
| 4 | Lee, Richard Melvin JR | Direct | Buy | 12112025 | 21.00 | 22,725 | 477,225 | 613,452 | Form | |
| 5 | Zelman, Ivy | Direct | Buy | 12112025 | 21.00 | 2,275 | 47,775 | 176,505 | Form |
| # | Owner | Title | Holding | Action | Filing Date | Price | Shares | Transacted Value | Value of Held Shares | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wood, Benjamin | CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER | Direct | Buy | 5292026 | 51.30 | 20,000 | 1,025,900 | 1,025,900 | Form |
| 2 | Zelman, Ivy | Direct | Buy | 3272026 | 36.33 | 6,921 | 251,440 | 556,794 | Form | |
| 3 | Wimmer, Richard Bennett | Direct | Buy | 12112025 | 21.00 | 10,000 | 210,000 | 351,225 | Form | |
| 4 | Lee, Richard Melvin JR | Direct | Buy | 12112025 | 21.00 | 22,725 | 477,225 | 613,452 | Form | |
| 5 | Zelman, Ivy | Direct | Buy | 12112025 | 21.00 | 2,275 | 47,775 | 176,505 | Form | |
| 6 | Gidley, Tiffany Leann | General Counsel and Secretary | Direct | Buy | 12112025 | 21.00 | 6,000 | 126,000 | 126,000 | Form |
Investor Activity (13F)
Updated Aug 17, 202613F holdings as of Mar 31, 2026 (Q1 2026)
Active managers (13F portfolio over $250M, at least 3 holdings) with a position over $5M that is either over 10% of their portfolio or held in a concentrated book of 50 or fewer total positions. Index/ETF, sovereign, bank, community-bank and charitable/donor-advised filers are excluded.
Industry Resources
| Industrials Resources |
| IndustryWeek |
| Manufacturing.net |
| Aviation Week |
| Construction & Engineering Resources |
| Engineering News-Record (ENR) |
| Construction Dive |
| Civil Engineering Magazine |
External Quote Links
| Y Finance | Barrons |
| TradingView | Morningstar |
| SeekingAlpha | ValueLine |
| Motley Fool | Robinhood |
| CNBC | Etrade |
| MarketWatch | Unusual Whales |
| YCharts | Perplexity Finance |
| FinViz |
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