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CSP (CSPI)


Market Price (6/21/2026): $8.5 | Market Cap: $81.2 MilSector: Information Technology | Industry: IT Consulting & Other Services

CSP (CSPI)


Market Price (6/21/2026): $8.5
Market Cap: $81.2 Mil
Sector: Information Technology
Industry: IT Consulting & Other Services

Investment Highlights Why It Matters Detailed financial logic regarding cash flow yields vs trend-riding momentum.

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Cash is significant % of market cap
Net D/ENet Debt/Equity. Debt net of cash. Negative indicates net cash. Equity is taken as the Market Capitalization is -26%

Valuation becoming less expensive
P/S 6M Chg %Price/Sales change over 6 months. Declining P/S indicates valuation has become less expensive. is -35%

Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, and Artificial Intelligence. Themes include Hybrid Cloud Solutions, Show more.

Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -78%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -37%

Not profitable at operating income level
Op Inc LTMOperating Income, Last Twelve Months is -2.7 Mil, Op Mgn LTMOperating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue Reflects profitability before taxes and before impact of capital structure (interest payments). is -4.7%

Weak revenue growth
Rev Chg 3Y AvgRevenue Change % averaged over trailing 3 years is -1.8%

Not cash flow generative
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -8.3%, FCF/Rev LTMFree Cash Flow / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -9.0%

Yield minus risk free rate is negative
ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is -3.9%

Significant short interest
Short Interest Days-to-CoverDTC = (Short Interest Share Quantity) / (Average Daily Trading Volume). Reflects how many days it would take to cover (close out) the short interest based on average volumes. High DTC can signify an increased risk of a short squeeze. is 18.62

Key risks
CSPI key risks include [1] declining revenue and reliance on a low-margin business model, Show more.

0 Cash is significant % of market cap
Net D/ENet Debt/Equity. Debt net of cash. Negative indicates net cash. Equity is taken as the Market Capitalization is -26%
1 Valuation becoming less expensive
P/S 6M Chg %Price/Sales change over 6 months. Declining P/S indicates valuation has become less expensive. is -35%
2 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, and Artificial Intelligence. Themes include Hybrid Cloud Solutions, Show more.
3 Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -78%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -37%
4 Not profitable at operating income level
Op Inc LTMOperating Income, Last Twelve Months is -2.7 Mil, Op Mgn LTMOperating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue Reflects profitability before taxes and before impact of capital structure (interest payments). is -4.7%
5 Weak revenue growth
Rev Chg 3Y AvgRevenue Change % averaged over trailing 3 years is -1.8%
6 Not cash flow generative
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -8.3%, FCF/Rev LTMFree Cash Flow / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -9.0%
7 Yield minus risk free rate is negative
ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is -3.9%
8 Significant short interest
Short Interest Days-to-CoverDTC = (Short Interest Share Quantity) / (Average Daily Trading Volume). Reflects how many days it would take to cover (close out) the short interest based on average volumes. High DTC can signify an increased risk of a short squeeze. is 18.62
9 Key risks
CSPI key risks include [1] declining revenue and reliance on a low-margin business model, Show more.

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Valuation & Metrics

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Why The Stock Moved

Qualitative Assessment

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Updated on 6/17/2026

CSP (CSPI) stock has lost about 5% since 2/28/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Decline in Gross Margins in Fiscal Q2 2026.

CSP (CSPI) reported a notable decline in its gross margins for fiscal Q2 2026, which ended on March 31, 2026. Gross margin decreased from 32% in the prior year to 28% in fiscal Q2 2026. This reduction was primarily attributed to a large one-time customer order, suggesting that while revenue increased by 22.1% year-over-year to $16.01 million, the profitability of sales was lower.

2. Lingering Uncertainty from Undisclosed Revenue Figures in Fiscal Q1 2026.

Despite reporting a return to profitability with earnings per share of $0.03 for fiscal Q1 2026 (ended December 31, 2025), CSP Inc. did not disclose its revenue figures in the preliminary earnings release on February 12, 2026. This lack of transparency regarding top-line performance fueled investor uncertainty and, according to a subsequent analysis, contributed to a 5.93% drop in the stock following the Q1 announcement.

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Updated on 6/17/2026

CSP (CSPI) stock has lost about 5% since 2/28/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Decline in Gross Margins in Fiscal Q2 2026.

CSP (CSPI) reported a notable decline in its gross margins for fiscal Q2 2026, which ended on March 31, 2026. Gross margin decreased from 32% in the prior year to 28% in fiscal Q2 2026. This reduction was primarily attributed to a large one-time customer order, suggesting that while revenue increased by 22.1% year-over-year to $16.01 million, the profitability of sales was lower.

2. Lingering Uncertainty from Undisclosed Revenue Figures in Fiscal Q1 2026.

Despite reporting a return to profitability with earnings per share of $0.03 for fiscal Q1 2026 (ended December 31, 2025), CSP Inc. did not disclose its revenue figures in the preliminary earnings release on February 12, 2026. This lack of transparency regarding top-line performance fueled investor uncertainty and, according to a subsequent analysis, contributed to a 5.93% drop in the stock following the Q1 announcement.

3. Departure of a Key Finance Executive.

On June 9, 2026, Mike Newbanks, the Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) of CSP Inc., exited his role, transitioning to a consulting position. The departure of a key finance and accounting leader can introduce uncertainty regarding financial operations and reporting, potentially impacting investor confidence during the specified period.

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Stock Movement Drivers

Fundamental Drivers

The -5.4% change in CSPI stock from 2/28/2026 to 6/20/2026 was primarily driven by a -9.0% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
(LTM values as of)22820266202026Change
Stock Price ($)8.988.50-5.4%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)55585.2%
P/S Multiple1.51.4-9.0%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)910-1.2%
Cumulative Contribution-5.4%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

2/28/2026 to 6/20/2026
ReturnCorrelation
CSPI-5.4% 
Market (SPY)9.2%34.2%
Sector (XLK)38.1%27.2%

Fundamental Drivers

The -25.2% change in CSPI stock from 11/30/2025 to 6/20/2026 was primarily driven by a -24.5% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
(LTM values as of)113020256202026Change
Stock Price ($)11.368.50-25.2%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)57581.2%
P/S Multiple1.91.4-24.5%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)910-2.0%
Cumulative Contribution-25.2%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

11/30/2025 to 6/20/2026
ReturnCorrelation
CSPI-25.2% 
Market (SPY)9.9%29.7%
Sector (XLK)34.1%25.6%

Fundamental Drivers

The -43.5% change in CSPI stock from 5/31/2025 to 6/20/2026 was primarily driven by a -45.2% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
(LTM values as of)53120256202026Change
Stock Price ($)15.058.50-43.5%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)55585.5%
P/S Multiple2.61.4-45.2%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)910-2.2%
Cumulative Contribution-43.5%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

5/31/2025 to 6/20/2026
ReturnCorrelation
CSPI-43.5% 
Market (SPY)28.1%32.0%
Sector (XLK)66.8%26.4%

Fundamental Drivers

The 41.7% change in CSPI stock from 5/31/2023 to 6/20/2026 was primarily driven by a 63.9% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
(LTM values as of)53120236202026Change
Stock Price ($)6.008.5041.7%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)6258-5.9%
P/S Multiple0.91.463.9%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)910-8.1%
Cumulative Contribution41.7%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

5/31/2023 to 6/20/2026
ReturnCorrelation
CSPI41.7% 
Market (SPY)85.7%25.4%
Sector (XLK)137.9%24.1%

Return vs. Risk

Price Returns Compared

 202120222023202420252026Total [1]
Returns
CSPI Return14%8%109%66%-22%-31%130%
Peers Return64%-18%63%8%-12%30%169%
S&P 500 Return27%-19%24%23%16%8%98%

Monthly Win Rates [3]
CSPI Win Rate58%42%67%50%42%33% 
Peers Win Rate75%45%65%47%47%53% 
S&P 500 Win Rate75%42%67%75%67%50% 

Max Drawdowns [4]
CSPI Max Drawdown-38%-27%-40%-60%-51%-36% 
Peers Max Drawdown-18%-31%-25%-30%-37%-24% 
S&P 500 Max Drawdown-5%-25%-10%-8%-19%-9% 


[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2021
[2] Peers: PLUS, NSIT, CDW, FTNT, PANW.
[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 6/18/2026 (YTD)

How Low Can It Go

EventCSPIS&P 500
2024 Yen Carry Trade Unwind
  % Loss-13.2%-7.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven15.2%8.5%
  Time to Breakeven99 days18 days
2023 SVB Regional Banking Crisis
  % Loss-15.5%-6.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven18.3%7.1%
  Time to Breakeven14 days31 days
2022 Inflation Shock & Fed Tightening
  % Loss-23.8%-24.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven31.3%32.4%
  Time to Breakeven17 days427 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-64.0%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven177.8%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven1112 days140 days
Q4 2018 Fed Policy Error / Growth Scare
  % Loss-31.0%-19.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven44.9%23.8%
  Time to Breakeven123 days105 days
2016-2017 Trump Reflation Bond Selloff
  % Loss-17.9%-3.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven21.9%3.9%
  Time to Breakeven14 days6 days

Compare to PLUS, NSIT, CDW, FTNT, PANW

In The Past

CSP's stock fell -13.2% during the 2024 Yen Carry Trade Unwind. Such a loss loss requires a 15.2% gain to breakeven.

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EventCSPIS&P 500
2022 Inflation Shock & Fed Tightening
  % Loss-23.8%-24.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven31.3%32.4%
  Time to Breakeven17 days427 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-64.0%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven177.8%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven1112 days140 days
Q4 2018 Fed Policy Error / Growth Scare
  % Loss-31.0%-19.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven44.9%23.8%
  Time to Breakeven123 days105 days
2014-2016 Oil Price Collapse
  % Loss-28.3%-6.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven39.6%7.3%
  Time to Breakeven224 days15 days
2011 US Debt Ceiling Crisis & European Contagion
  % Loss-24.4%-17.9%
  % Gain to Breakeven32.3%21.8%
  Time to Breakeven140 days123 days
2008-2009 Global Financial Crisis
  % Loss-62.0%-53.4%
  % Gain to Breakeven162.9%114.4%
  Time to Breakeven1375 days1085 days
Summer 2007 Credit Crunch
  % Loss-20.9%-8.6%
  % Gain to Breakeven26.5%9.5%
  Time to Breakeven2065 days47 days

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In The Past

CSP's stock fell -13.2% during the 2024 Yen Carry Trade Unwind. Such a loss loss requires a 15.2% gain to breakeven.

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About CSP (CSPI)

CSP Inc. (CSPI) is a technology company specializing in IT integration solutions, security products, and high-performance computing for a global client base. The company operates through two main segments: Technology Solutions and High Performance Products, catering to both commercial enterprises and defense sectors.

The Technology Solutions segment serves as a value-added reseller of third-party computer hardware and software. It provides extensive IT consulting services, including system planning, design, implementation, and optimization. This segment also offers crucial enterprise security solutions, comprehensive managed IT services—such as proactive monitoring, maintenance, and technical support—and various cloud services, targeting commercial customers in diverse industries like healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and education.

The High Performance Products segment focuses on specialized technology offerings. Key products include ARIA Software-Defined Security, a cybersecurity solution, and Myricom network adapters. Additionally, this segment develops sophisticated multicomputer products specifically designed for digital signal processing applications, primarily serving the defense market.

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CSP Inc. is like CDW for enterprise IT solutions and managed services, but also develops its own specialized high-performance cybersecurity and networking products.

CSP Inc. is like Insight Enterprises for IT consulting and managed services, combined with a developer of specialized high-performance security and networking hardware.

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  • IT Integration Solutions: Value-added reselling of third-party computer hardware and software.
  • IT Consulting Services: Professional services covering planning, design, assessment, implementation, migration, optimization, and project management.
  • Storage & Virtualization Solutions: Solutions for data storage, virtualization, and related infrastructure.
  • Enterprise Security Solutions: Services including intrusion prevention, network access control, unified threat management, and IT security compliance.
  • Network & Communication Solutions: Solutions for unified communications, wireless networking, and routing/switching infrastructure.
  • Custom Software Development: Services for developing and supporting tailored software applications and solutions.
  • Managed IT & Cloud Services: Proactive monitoring, remote management, hosted unified communication, security, and backup/replication services.
  • ARIA Software-Defined Security: A proprietary cybersecurity software solution.
  • Myricom Network Adapters: Specialized hardware products designed for high-performance networking.
  • Multicomputer Products: Hardware systems for digital signal processing applications, primarily for defense customers.

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Based on the provided information, CSP Inc. (CSPI) primarily sells its IT integration solutions, security products, managed IT services, purpose-built network adapters, and cluster computer systems to other companies and organizations, rather than to individuals.

The company's customer base spans various industries and markets globally. While the provided text does not list specific names of its major customer companies or their symbols, it identifies the following categories of organizations and sectors that it serves:

  • Commercial Customers: Organizations within industries such as Web and infrastructure hosting, education, telecommunications, healthcare services, distribution, financial and professional services, and manufacturing.
  • Defense Customers: Entities within the defense markets, particularly for its high-performance computing and cybersecurity solutions.

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Victor Dellovo, President and Chief Executive Officer

Victor Dellovo has served as President and Chief Executive Officer of CSPi since 2012, and is also Co-Chairman of the Board and Acting General Manager of CSPi Technology Solutions North America division. He co-founded TechniSource Hardware, Inc. in 1997, a company later acquired by Modcomp, a subsidiary of CSPi. Before his current role, he was President of Modcomp's worldwide operations from 2010 to 2012 and President of its U.S. operations from 2005 to 2010. Mr. Dellovo is an IT industry veteran with over 23 years of experience.

Gary Levine, Vice President, Finance, Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer and Secretary

Gary Levine joined CSP Inc. in May 1983 as Corporate Controller and was subsequently promoted to Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer. He also serves as Treasurer and Secretary of the Corporation. Prior to joining CSP Inc., Mr. Levine was Controller and Chief Financial Officer of CPU Computer Corporation, a publicly held computer retailer and distributor, where he was instrumental in the company's IPO. He also held the position of Executive Vice President at The Image Maker Inc. Mr. Levine is a licensed certified public accountant.

Gary Southwell, Vice President and General Manager, High Performance Products Segment

Gary Southwell is the General Manager of CSPi's Cybersecurity Products group and Vice President and General Manager of the High Performance Products segment. He possesses over 25 years of experience in the security industry. Before joining CSPi, he co-founded Seceon Networks, a cybersecurity startup company. His prior roles also include Vice President of Product Development at Audinate and Chief Technology Officer for a leading provider of cloud and metro network infrastructure solutions.

Michael Newbanks, Vice President, Finance and Chief Accounting Officer

As Vice President of Finance and Chief Accounting Officer, Michael Newbanks oversees CSPi's day-to-day financial operations, including leading the controllership organization with a focus on fiscal reporting, controls, and accounting. Before his appointment to this role, he served as the controller for the U.S. division of Technology Solutions.

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The key risks to CSP Inc.'s business are primarily centered around intense competition and rapid technological changes, challenges in achieving sustained revenue growth and profitability, and exposure to macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainties.

1. Intense Competition and Rapid Technological Change

CSP Inc. operates in a highly competitive and fast-evolving technology landscape. Its IT integration and value-added reseller (VAR) business faces significant pricing pressure from larger national providers and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Similarly, the cybersecurity segment, particularly with its ARIA Software-Defined Security, competes against well-funded global players who may offer more attractive pricing or have greater resources for innovation. The rapid pace of technological advancements constantly introduces new opportunities but also intensifies risks, requiring continuous adaptation and investment in research and development, where CSP Inc. may have limited resources compared to larger competitors.

2. Challenges with Revenue Growth and Sustained Profitability

The company has faced challenges in achieving consistent revenue growth and maintaining profitability. Recent reports indicate declining revenue, particularly in the High Performance Products (HPP) segment where legacy Myricom products are reaching end-of-life cycles, and low margins in the Technology Solutions (TS) segment, which relies heavily on reselling third-party IT infrastructure and managed services. CSP Inc. has reported operating and net losses in recent fiscal periods, and despite strategic shifts towards higher-margin services and expanding its ARIA product line, maintaining profitability remains a significant hurdle due to increased operational costs and a business model that is heavily reliant on lower-margin activities.

3. Macroeconomic and Geopolitical Uncertainties

CSP Inc. is susceptible to broader macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainties. Ongoing global conflicts, such as those in Russia and Ukraine, and Israel and Hamas, pose risks of supply chain disruptions and potential cyberattacks that could impact the company's operations. Additionally, shifting trade policies, new U.S. tech tariffs, currency fluctuations, and general supply-chain volatility introduce complexity and can adversely affect financial results. These external factors are difficult to predict and manage, adding a layer of instability to the company's business environment.

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The increasing adoption and comprehensive offerings of hyperscale public cloud providers (e.g., AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud), which disintermediate CSP's traditional role as a value-added reseller and integrator of on-premise hardware and software, and directly compete with many of CSP's managed IT, security, and consulting services by offering cloud-native alternatives.

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Addressable Market Sizes for CSP Inc. (CSPI) Main Products and Services

  • IT Integration Solutions & Managed IT Services: The global managed services market was estimated at approximately USD 401.15 billion in 2025.
  • Security Products (Overall Cybersecurity): The global cybersecurity market was valued at USD 301.91 billion in 2025.
  • ARIA Software-Defined Security: The global software-defined security market was valued at approximately USD 12.9 billion in 2025.
  • Storage Solutions: The global data storage market was valued at approximately USD 255.29 billion in 2025.
  • Virtualization Solutions: The global virtualization software market was valued at approximately USD 83.25 billion in 2025.
  • Unified Communications Solutions: The global unified communications market was valued at approximately USD 164.9 billion in 2024.
  • Wireless, Routing, and Switching Solutions (Enterprise Networking): The global enterprise networking market was estimated at approximately USD 213.70 billion in 2024.
  • Myricom Network Adapters: The global network adapter market was valued at approximately USD 8.5 billion in 2023.
  • Multicomputer products for digital signal processing applications in the defense markets: null
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Expected Drivers of Future Revenue Growth for CSP Inc. (CSPI)

  • Growth in Service Revenue and Managed Services: CSP Inc. is strategically focused on expanding its service revenue and growing its monthly recurring revenue (MRR) base. The Technology Solutions (TS) segment, which encompasses professional IT consulting, managed IT services, and cloud solutions, is a primary driver of this growth. In fiscal Q1 2026, service revenue increased by 14.6%, fueled by momentum in the Technology Solutions and Managed Services practice. The company expects continued positive developments and an upward swing in client activity within its managed services, particularly Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS), which has become a profitable business. Demand for cloud-based services, especially for outsourcing critical needs, remains strong.
  • Expansion and Adoption of AZT PROTECT Cybersecurity Solution: The AZT PROTECT cybersecurity solution is a key area for future revenue growth. CSP Inc. is actively pursuing opportunities for AZT PROTECT in the Operational Technology (OT) markets, recognizing the critical need for advanced cybersecurity in this sector. Recent periods have seen new customer acquisitions and multi-site expansions with existing clients for AZT PROTECT. The company has also reported a significant increase in the total opportunity pipeline for AZT PROTECT and is gaining traction with large resellers, including working with the three largest Rockwell resellers. Management is actively investing in the growth strategy of AZT PROTECT.
  • Customer Acquisition and Retention in Key Verticals: The company's Technology Solutions business continues to drive success through increasing customer utilization of its implementation, installation, and training capabilities. High customer retention rates, coupled with new managed services engagements, are contributing to service revenue growth. CSP Inc. has secured and is executing contracts with major cruise lines and in the ocean freighter market, indicating ongoing demand. Additionally, the company has landed significant contracts, such as a multi-million dollar opportunity with a global pharmaceutical company for AZT PROTECT and a contract to deliver Microsoft Azure Protect for a Florida-based healthcare provider.
  • Strategic Partnerships: Forming and leveraging strategic partnerships is a driver for future growth. CSP Inc.'s platinum partnership with Microsoft Azure and its integration with Acronis are expected to capitalize on the increasing demand for cloud migration and advanced cybersecurity solutions. These partnerships position CSP Inc. to enhance its offerings and market reach.

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Share Repurchases
  • CSP Inc. repurchased 19,500 shares of its common stock for $234,000 during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025.
  • The company repurchased 23,800 shares for a total cost of $384,000 during the fiscal second quarter of 2025.
  • As of the fiscal third quarter of 2025, approximately 0.3 million shares remained available under a share repurchase authorization approved by the Board of Directors in 2021.
Share Issuance
  • The number of shares outstanding for CSP Inc. increased by 1.59% in the last year.
  • A two-for-one stock split in the form of a 100% stock dividend was announced on February 21, 2024, with new shares distributed on March 20, 2024.
  • Upon completion of the stock split, the company expected to have approximately 9,753,900 shares outstanding.
Outbound Investments
  • As of March 5, 2026, CSPi had not made any investments or acquisitions.
  • No reports of mergers or acquisitions were mentioned for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026.
Capital Expenditures
  • CSP Inc.'s capital expenditures for the latest twelve months ending December 31, 2025, were $406,000.
  • From fiscal years ending September 2021 to 2025, the company's capital expenditures averaged $220,400.
  • Capital expenditures are focused on supporting innovation in product offerings, particularly in the cybersecurity sector, and continued investments in managed services.

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Financials

CSPIPLUSNSITCDWFTNTPANWMedian
NameCSP ePlus Insight .CDW Fortinet Palo Alt. 
Mkt Price8.5081.85108.44128.37144.73287.78118.41
Mkt Cap0.12.13.316.6106.9230.59.9
Rev LTM582,4438,27222,9057,11010,6067,691
Op Inc LTM-31663861,6702,2111,020703
FCF LTM-5-1212351,0762,4363,794655
FCF 3Y Avg41394401,2032,0653,269821
CFO LTM-5-1162581,1932,8044,217725
CFO 3Y Avg41454761,3302,3953,528903

Growth & Margins

CSPIPLUSNSITCDWFTNTPANWMedian
NameCSP ePlus Insight .CDW Fortinet Palo Alt. 
Rev Chg LTM5.5%22.1%-1.8%7.4%15.7%19.5%11.6%
Rev Chg 3Y Avg-1.8%6.4%-6.4%0.2%14.6%17.8%3.3%
Rev Chg Q21.8%21.7%1.2%9.2%20.1%31.1%20.9%
QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM5.2%4.4%0.3%2.1%4.6%7.2%4.5%
Op Inc Chg LTM33.7%66.7%-0.0%-0.9%14.2%3.6%8.9%
Op Inc Chg 3Y Avg-154.0%6.6%-2.2%-0.6%27.5%137.6%3.0%
Op Mgn LTM-4.7%6.8%4.7%7.3%31.1%9.6%7.0%
Op Mgn 3Y Avg-3.4%6.0%4.7%7.7%28.8%9.9%6.8%
QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM0.5%0.2%0.1%-0.1%0.4%-4.8%0.2%
CFO/Rev LTM-8.3%-4.8%3.1%5.2%39.4%39.8%4.2%
CFO/Rev 3Y Avg6.3%7.3%5.4%6.1%38.5%38.8%6.8%
FCF/Rev LTM-9.0%-4.9%2.8%4.7%34.3%35.8%3.8%
FCF/Rev 3Y Avg5.9%7.0%5.0%5.5%33.1%36.1%6.4%

Valuation

CSPIPLUSNSITCDWFTNTPANWMedian
NameCSP ePlus Insight .CDW Fortinet Palo Alt. 
Mkt Cap0.12.13.316.6106.9230.59.9
P/S1.40.90.40.715.021.71.1
P/Op Inc-29.812.98.69.948.4226.011.4
P/EBIT-122.612.39.69.943.8165.211.1
P/E-811.916.118.615.454.7273.517.3
P/CFO-16.9-18.412.913.938.154.713.4
Total Yield0.2%6.8%5.4%8.5%1.8%0.4%3.6%
Dividend Yield0.4%0.6%0.0%2.0%0.0%0.0%0.2%
FCF Yield 3Y Avg1.2%7.9%10.4%5.4%3.4%3.0%4.4%
D/E0.00.10.50.30.00.00.0
Net D/E-0.3-0.10.40.3-0.0-0.0-0.0

Returns

CSPIPLUSNSITCDWFTNTPANWMedian
NameCSP ePlus Insight .CDW Fortinet Palo Alt. 
1M Rtn-9.8%-0.0%15.9%20.8%11.8%13.8%12.8%
3M Rtn3.2%10.3%53.4%7.4%77.8%76.6%31.8%
6M Rtn-36.0%-8.0%36.8%-7.7%80.4%54.0%14.5%
12M Rtn-23.8%15.5%-17.6%-23.3%44.9%44.4%-1.1%
3Y Rtn30.6%48.2%-24.5%-24.2%103.5%140.9%39.4%
1M Excs Rtn-11.8%-1.8%20.5%21.7%11.4%17.8%14.6%
3M Excs Rtn-10.9%-4.3%33.7%-5.6%60.6%56.0%14.7%
6M Excs Rtn-42.5%-21.2%25.9%-20.8%65.2%43.5%2.5%
12M Excs Rtn-49.2%-7.7%-44.1%-48.8%15.3%17.1%-25.9%
3Y Excs Rtn-37.5%-24.8%-97.2%-95.3%33.6%74.7%-31.1%

Comparison Analyses

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Financials

Segment Financials

Revenue by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320222021
Technology Solutions Segment5751585145
High Performance Products Segment24745
Total5955655449


Operating Income by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320222021
Technology Solutions Segment43553
High Performance Products Segment-7-5-3-5-5
Total-3-22-0-1


Assets by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320222021
Technology Solutions Segment5960556654
High Performance Products Segment12101099
Total7169667563


Price Behavior

Price Behavior
Market Price$8.50 
Market Cap ($ Bil)0.1 
First Trading Date03/27/1990 
Distance from 52W High-42.7% 
   50 Days200 Days
DMA Price$9.28$10.61
DMA Trenddownup
Distance from DMA-8.4%-19.9%
 3M1YR
Volatility51.8%56.2%
Downside Capture105.32194.25
Upside Capture66.31109.70
Correlation (SPY)33.0%33.5%
CSPI Betas & Captures as of 5/31/2026

 1M2M3M6M1Y3Y
Beta0.990.050.871.131.431.27
Up Beta-1.66-0.700.950.811.721.12
Down Beta2.822.421.581.971.331.01
Up Capture140%56%66%62%78%338%
Bmk +ve Days13283667141432
Stock +ve Days12253258112383
Down Capture154%-49%56%126%153%110%
Bmk -ve Days7132757109318
Stock -ve Days8163064134362

[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 CSPI
CSPI-23.9%56.0%-0.28-
Sector ETF (XLK)59.9%23.1%1.9628.0%
Equity (SPY)26.5%12.4%1.6133.5%
Gold (GLD)24.2%27.5%0.776.2%
Commodities (DBC)19.8%18.8%0.832.4%
Real Estate (VNQ)11.0%13.7%0.5219.8%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)-40.0%42.5%-1.0819.3%

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Based On 5-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with CSPI
CSPI9.5%66.9%0.41-
Sector ETF (XLK)22.9%25.3%0.8021.4%
Equity (SPY)13.5%17.1%0.6222.5%
Gold (GLD)17.1%18.3%0.765.4%
Commodities (DBC)7.5%19.4%0.296.5%
Real Estate (VNQ)1.9%18.9%0.0014.4%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)11.0%54.2%0.408.0%

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Based On 10-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with CSPI
CSPI10.4%59.6%0.42-
Sector ETF (XLK)25.4%24.7%0.9317.6%
Equity (SPY)15.3%18.0%0.7319.9%
Gold (GLD)12.3%16.1%0.635.3%
Commodities (DBC)5.9%18.0%0.2610.1%
Real Estate (VNQ)5.3%20.7%0.2216.2%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)60.0%66.8%1.004.8%

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Short Interest

Short Interest: As Of Date5292026
Short Interest: Shares Quantity0.3 Mil
Short Interest: % Change Since 515202611.8%
Average Daily Volume0.0 Mil
Days-to-Cover Short Interest18.6 days
Basic Shares Quantity9.6 Mil
Short % of Basic Shares2.8%

Earnings Returns History

Updated 6/10/2026
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
5/7/20261.4%1.0%-2.8%
2/12/2026-8.4%-3.9%-10.8%
12/16/2025-15.4%-12.7%-19.7%
8/14/20255.9%0.2%-1.9%
5/14/20254.3%-4.7%-25.4%
2/10/20250.6%-1.6%-21.0%
12/20/2024-9.6%-5.5%2.7%
8/13/2024-17.6%-6.1%-26.7%
...
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive101110
# Negative131213
Median Positive4.2%10.6%16.0%
Median Negative-8.4%-9.2%-11.9%
Max Positive8.5%27.3%50.7%
Max Negative-20.9%-24.2%-28.3%
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
5/7/20261.4%1.0%-2.8%
2/12/2026-8.4%-3.9%-10.8%
12/16/2025-15.4%-12.7%-19.7%
8/14/20255.9%0.2%-1.9%
5/14/20254.3%-4.7%-25.4%
2/10/20250.6%-1.6%-21.0%
12/20/2024-9.6%-5.5%2.7%
8/13/2024-17.6%-6.1%-26.7%
5/8/20248.5%10.6%15.9%
2/14/2024-2.1%17.3%39.2%
12/12/2023-20.9%-15.4%-11.9%
8/9/20237.7%11.6%50.7%
5/10/2023-8.6%-15.5%1.1%
2/8/2023-3.5%5.1%1.5%
12/6/20227.4%9.9%15.7%
8/10/20224.1%2.3%-2.4%
5/11/20222.9%12.2%41.7%
2/9/2022-8.2%-8.4%-12.3%
12/8/2021-2.0%-10.0%-2.5%
8/11/2021-4.8%-10.6%-9.2%
5/11/20210.1%17.4%23.1%
2/11/2021-9.9%-24.2%-28.3%
8/11/2020-1.1%27.3%16.0%
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive101110
# Negative131213
Median Positive4.2%10.6%16.0%
Median Negative-8.4%-9.2%-11.9%
Max Positive8.5%27.3%50.7%
Max Negative-20.9%-24.2%-28.3%

SEC Filings

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Report DateFiling DateFiling
03/31/202605/07/202610-Q
12/31/202502/12/202610-Q
09/30/202512/16/202510-K
06/30/202508/14/202510-Q
03/31/202505/15/202510-Q
12/31/202402/10/202510-Q
09/30/202412/20/202410-K
06/30/202408/19/202410-Q
03/31/202405/09/202410-Q
12/31/202302/14/202410-Q
09/30/202312/13/202310-K
06/30/202308/09/202310-Q
03/31/202305/10/202310-Q
12/31/202202/09/202310-Q
09/30/202212/08/202210-K
06/30/202208/10/202210-Q
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03/31/202605/07/202610-Q
12/31/202502/12/202610-Q
09/30/202512/16/202510-K
06/30/202508/14/202510-Q
03/31/202505/15/202510-Q
12/31/202402/10/202510-Q
09/30/202412/20/202410-K
06/30/202408/19/202410-Q
03/31/202405/09/202410-Q
12/31/202302/14/202410-Q
09/30/202312/13/202310-K
06/30/202308/09/202310-Q
03/31/202305/10/202310-Q
12/31/202202/09/202310-Q
09/30/202212/08/202210-K
06/30/202208/10/202210-Q
03/31/202205/11/202210-Q
12/31/202102/09/202210-Q
09/30/202112/08/202110-K
06/30/202108/12/202110-Q
03/31/202105/13/202110-Q
12/31/202002/11/202110-Q
09/30/202012/28/202010-K
06/30/202008/11/202010-Q
03/31/202005/14/202010-Q
12/31/201902/12/202010-Q
09/30/201912/10/201910-K
06/30/201908/07/201910-Q

Insider Activity

Updated 5/18/2026
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#OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Folger, Anthony DirectBuy51820269.362,50023,395116,975Form
2Nerges, Joseph RDirectBuy51320269.239008,30613,063,769Form
3Webber, Stephen J DirectBuy51320269.482,50023,700118,500Form
4Nerges, Joseph RDirectBuy51320269.271,0009,27013,113,620Form
5Nerges, Joseph RDirectBuy51320269.212,34821,62513,019,267Form
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#OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Folger, Anthony DirectBuy51820269.362,50023,395116,975Form
2Nerges, Joseph RDirectBuy51320269.239008,30613,063,769Form
3Webber, Stephen J DirectBuy51320269.482,50023,700118,500Form
4Nerges, Joseph RDirectBuy51320269.271,0009,27013,113,620Form
5Nerges, Joseph RDirectBuy51320269.212,34821,62513,019,267Form
6Nerges, Joseph RDirectBuy31320268.592001,71812,122,912Form
7Nerges, Joseph RDirectBuy31320268.529077,72912,024,768Form
8Nerges, Joseph RDirectBuy31320268.481,1009,32711,957,002Form
9Nerges, Joseph RDirectBuy22620268.851,50013,26812,464,151Form
10Nerges, Joseph RDirectBuy22620268.731,50013,09812,290,476Form
11Nerges, Joseph RDirectBuy21920269.145124,68012,852,844Form
12Nerges, Joseph RDirectBuy21920269.214,10037,76612,946,949Form
13Nerges, Joseph RDirectBuy21920269.236,40059,07912,937,036Form
14Nerges, Joseph RDirectBuy916202511.212,20024,65615,634,573Form
15Nerges, Joseph RDirectBuy616202511.913,85045,84016,583,933Form
16Nerges, Joseph RDirectBuy606202513.637009,54018,930,263Form
17Nerges, Joseph RDirectBuy606202513.922002,78519,330,593Form
18Nerges, Joseph RDirectBuy606202514.001,10015,39819,430,743Form
19Nerges, Joseph RDirectBuy529202514.752002,95020,458,442Form
20Nerges, Joseph RDirectBuy529202514.634005,85420,296,008Form
21Nerges, Joseph RDirectBuy529202514.641,10016,10120,293,318Form
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