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Douglas Dynamics (PLOW)


Market Price (5/12/2026): $45.71 | Market Cap: $1.1 Bil
Sector: Consumer Discretionary | Industry: Automotive Parts & Equipment

Douglas Dynamics (PLOW)


Market Price (5/12/2026): $45.71
Market Cap: $1.1 Bil
Sector: Consumer Discretionary
Industry: Automotive Parts & Equipment

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

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Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 7.7%, Dividend Yield is 2.7%, ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is 3.3%, FCF Yield is 5.9%

Strong revenue growth
Rev Chg LTMRevenue Change % Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 15%

Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 11%

Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 32%

Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Infrastructure Maintenance & Resilience. Themes include Snow & Ice Management Solutions, Specialty Work Truck Equipment, and Urban & Commercial Property Maintenance.

Key risks
PLOW key risks include [1] its heavy dependency on snowfall levels to drive demand and [2] profitability pressures from volatility in key raw material prices like steel.

0 Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 7.7%, Dividend Yield is 2.7%, ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is 3.3%, FCF Yield is 5.9%
1 Strong revenue growth
Rev Chg LTMRevenue Change % Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 15%
2 Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 11%
3 Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 32%
4 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Infrastructure Maintenance & Resilience. Themes include Snow & Ice Management Solutions, Specialty Work Truck Equipment, and Urban & Commercial Property Maintenance.
5 Key risks
PLOW key risks include [1] its heavy dependency on snowfall levels to drive demand and [2] profitability pressures from volatility in key raw material prices like steel.

Valuation, Metrics & Events

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Why The Stock Moved

Qualitative Assessment

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Douglas Dynamics (PLOW) stock has gained about 20% since 1/31/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Douglas Dynamics reported strong fourth-quarter 2025 earnings and provided a constructive outlook for 2026. The company surpassed analyst expectations for Q4 2025, with diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.62, beating the forecasted $0.53 by 16.98%. Revenue for the quarter reached $184.5 million, exceeding estimates by 8.56%. Net sales for the full year 2025 increased 15.4% to a record $656.1 million, and adjusted diluted EPS rose 52.0% to $2.24. This performance, coupled with an initial 2026 outlook projecting adjusted EPS between $2.25 and $2.85 and net sales of $710 million to $760 million, generated positive momentum for the stock.

2. Record first-quarter 2026 results were driven by favorable weather conditions and strategic acquisitions. Douglas Dynamics announced record financial results for Q1 2026, with net sales increasing 20% to $137.8 million, exceeding analyst estimates of $133.3 million. Adjusted diluted EPS was $0.36, significantly beating the consensus estimate of $0.14 by $0.22. This robust performance was largely attributed to above-average snowfall in core markets during the quarter and the contribution from the Venco Venturo acquisition, which fueled a 67% increase in Work Truck Attachments segment sales to $60.9 million.

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Stock Movement Drivers

Fundamental Drivers

The 22.3% change in PLOW stock from 1/31/2026 to 5/11/2026 was primarily driven by a 14.7% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
(LTM values as of)13120265112026Change
Stock Price ($)37.4145.7722.3%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)61567910.4%
Net Income Margin (%)6.8%7.8%14.7%
P/E Multiple20.519.9-3.1%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)2323-0.2%
Cumulative Contribution22.3%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

1/31/2026 to 5/11/2026
ReturnCorrelation
PLOW22.3% 
Market (SPY)3.6%58.6%
Sector (XLY)-1.3%31.3%

Fundamental Drivers

The 53.8% change in PLOW stock from 10/31/2025 to 5/11/2026 was primarily driven by a 91.6% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)103120255112026Change
Stock Price ($)29.7545.7753.8%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)58267916.6%
Net Income Margin (%)11.4%7.8%-31.2%
P/E Multiple10.419.991.6%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)23230.1%
Cumulative Contribution53.8%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

10/31/2025 to 5/11/2026
ReturnCorrelation
PLOW53.8% 
Market (SPY)5.5%54.9%
Sector (XLY)-0.1%37.4%

Fundamental Drivers

The 97.7% change in PLOW stock from 4/30/2025 to 5/11/2026 was primarily driven by a 109.0% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)43020255112026Change
Stock Price ($)23.1545.7797.7%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)56967919.4%
Net Income Margin (%)9.9%7.8%-20.8%
P/E Multiple9.519.9109.0%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)23230.0%
Cumulative Contribution97.7%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

4/30/2025 to 5/11/2026
ReturnCorrelation
PLOW97.7% 
Market (SPY)30.4%54.0%
Sector (XLY)22.0%42.8%

Fundamental Drivers

The 76.8% change in PLOW stock from 4/30/2023 to 5/11/2026 was primarily driven by a 29.7% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)43020235112026Change
Stock Price ($)25.8945.7776.8%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)61667910.2%
Net Income Margin (%)6.3%7.8%24.9%
P/E Multiple15.319.929.7%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)2323-0.9%
Cumulative Contribution76.8%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

4/30/2023 to 5/11/2026
ReturnCorrelation
PLOW76.8% 
Market (SPY)78.7%37.0%
Sector (XLY)65.5%34.9%

Return vs. Risk

Price Returns Compared

 202120222023202420252026Total [1]
Returns
PLOW Return-6%-4%-15%-16%44%40%29%
Peers Return5%-12%19%-23%8%55%40%
S&P 500 Return27%-19%24%23%16%8%97%

Monthly Win Rates [3]
PLOW Win Rate17%42%50%33%67%60% 
Peers Win Rate50%42%48%33%56%56% 
S&P 500 Win Rate75%42%67%75%67%60% 

Max Drawdowns [4]
PLOW Max Drawdown-16%-27%-31%-26%-7%0% 
Peers Max Drawdown-11%-39%-11%-35%-32%-13% 
S&P 500 Max Drawdown-1%-25%-1%-2%-15%-7% 


[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2021
[2] Peers: PATK, VC, CVGI, DCH, MGA.
[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 5/11/2026 (YTD)

How Low Can It Go

EventPLOWS&P 500
2025 US Tariff Shock
  % Loss-16.3%-18.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven19.5%23.1%
  Time to Breakeven30 days79 days
Summer-Fall 2023 Five Percent Yield Shock
  % Loss-20.1%-9.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven25.1%10.5%
  Time to Breakeven44 days24 days
2023 SVB Regional Banking Crisis
  % Loss-33.1%-6.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven49.6%7.1%
  Time to Breakeven979 days31 days
2022 Inflation Shock & Fed Tightening
  % Loss-27.9%-24.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven38.7%32.4%
  Time to Breakeven146 days427 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-50.6%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven102.3%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven359 days140 days
Q4 2018 Fed Policy Error / Growth Scare
  % Loss-22.7%-19.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven29.4%23.7%
  Time to Breakeven226 days105 days

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In The Past

Douglas Dynamics's stock fell -16.3% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 19.5% gain to breakeven.

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EventPLOWS&P 500
Summer-Fall 2023 Five Percent Yield Shock
  % Loss-20.1%-9.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven25.1%10.5%
  Time to Breakeven44 days24 days
2023 SVB Regional Banking Crisis
  % Loss-33.1%-6.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven49.6%7.1%
  Time to Breakeven979 days31 days
2022 Inflation Shock & Fed Tightening
  % Loss-27.9%-24.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven38.7%32.4%
  Time to Breakeven146 days427 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-50.6%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven102.3%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven359 days140 days
Q4 2018 Fed Policy Error / Growth Scare
  % Loss-22.7%-19.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven29.4%23.7%
  Time to Breakeven226 days105 days
2015-2016 China Devaluation / Global Growth Scare
  % Loss-22.9%-12.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven29.7%13.9%
  Time to Breakeven58 days62 days

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In The Past

Douglas Dynamics's stock fell -16.3% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 19.5% gain to breakeven.

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About Douglas Dynamics (PLOW)

Douglas Dynamics, Inc. operates as a manufacturer and upfitter of commercial work truck attachments and equipment in North America. It operates through two segments, Work Truck Attachments and Work Truck Solutions. The Work Truck Attachments segment manufactures and sells snow and ice control attachments, including snowplows, and sand and salt spreaders for light trucks and heavy duty trucks, as well as various related parts and accessories. The Work Truck Solutions segment primarily manufactures municipal snow and ice control products; provides truck and vehicle upfits where it attaches component pieces of equipment, truck bodies, racking, and storage solutions to a vehicle chassis for use by end users for work related purposes; and manufactures storage solutions for trucks and vans, and cable pulling equipment for trucks. This segment also offers up-fit and storage solutions. It also provides customized turnkey solutions to governmental agencies, such as Departments of Transportation and municipalities. The company sells its products under the BLIZZARD, FISHER, SNOWEX, WESTERN, TURFEX, SWEEPEX, HENDERSON, BRINEXTREME, and DEJANA brands. It distributes its products primarily to professional snowplowers who are contracted to remove snow and ice from commercial and residential areas. The company was founded in 1948 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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Here are 1-2 brief analogies for Douglas Dynamics (PLOW):

  • The John Deere for specialized winter and municipal truck equipment. (John Deere is known for robust, specialized equipment for outdoor land management; Douglas Dynamics provides robust, specialized equipment for winter road and municipal maintenance, attached to trucks.)

  • Like a specialized version of Milwaukee Tool (TTI) for commercial truck attachments and upfits. (Milwaukee Tool is recognized for professional-grade, durable tools for tradespeople; Douglas Dynamics provides professional-grade, durable attachments and modifications that transform standard commercial trucks into specialized work vehicles.)

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  • Snowplows: Attachments for light and heavy-duty trucks used for snow removal.
  • Sand and Salt Spreaders: Attachments for light and heavy-duty trucks designed to distribute de-icing materials.
  • Truck and Vehicle Upfitting: Services that involve attaching equipment, truck bodies, racking, and storage solutions to vehicle chassis for work purposes.
  • Truck and Van Storage Solutions: Products providing organizational and storage capabilities for trucks and vans.
  • Municipal Snow and Ice Control Products: Specialized equipment and solutions designed for governmental agencies to manage snow and ice.
  • Cable Pulling Equipment: Specialized equipment for trucks used in tasks requiring cable pulling.
  • Customized Turnkey Solutions: Comprehensive, ready-to-use solutions provided to governmental agencies like Departments of Transportation and municipalities.

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Douglas Dynamics (PLOW) primarily sells its products to **professional snow and ice management contractors**. These are individuals or small businesses who provide snow and ice removal services for commercial and residential properties. The company serves the following categories of customers:
  • Professional Snow and Ice Management Contractors: These are individuals or small businesses that utilize snowplows, sand, and salt spreaders for contract snow and ice removal from commercial and residential areas.
  • Governmental Agencies and Municipalities: This includes state Departments of Transportation and local municipalities that purchase specialized snow and ice control products, as well as customized turnkey solutions for public works and infrastructure maintenance.
  • Commercial and Vocational End-Users: This broad category encompasses various businesses and trades that require truck and vehicle upfits, specialized truck bodies, racking and storage solutions, and cable pulling equipment for their work-related purposes.

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Mark Van Genderen, President and Chief Executive Officer

Mark Van Genderen currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Douglas Dynamics and is a Director of the Company. He previously served as Chief Operating Officer from 2024 to 2025 and President, Work Truck Attachments from 2023 to 2025. Mr. Van Genderen joined Douglas Dynamics in 2020 and spent 21 years in various leadership roles at the Harley-Davidson Motor Company prior to that. He holds a bachelor's degree in Business Administration and an MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management.

Sarah C. Lauber, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Secretary

Sarah C. Lauber has been the Chief Financial Officer of Douglas Dynamics, Inc. since August 28, 2017. Before joining Douglas Dynamics, Ms. Lauber was Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Jason Industries, Inc., a diversified industrial company, from 2015 to 2017. She also served as Vice President, Financial Planning and Analysis at Regal Beloit Corporation from 2011 to 2015, and as Chief Financial Officer of A.O. Smith Corporation's Electrical Products Company (EPC) from 2002 until its acquisition by Regal Beloit in 2011. Ms. Lauber began her career as an accountant at KPMG. She is a licensed Certified Public Accountant and serves on the Board of Directors of The Timken Company. She holds a bachelor's degree from California State University-San Bernardino and an executive MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management.

James L. Janik, Director

James L. Janik has been a director of Douglas Dynamics since 2000 and served as Chairman of the Board of Directors from 2014 to April 2025. He also served as Interim President and CEO from July 2024 until March 2025. Mr. Janik was the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company from 2000 to 2018. He joined Douglas Dynamics in 1992 as Director of Sales of Western Products. Prior to joining Douglas Dynamics, he was the Vice President of Marketing and Sales at Sunlite Plastics Inc. and spent eleven years at the John Deere Company in various marketing, sales, and production management positions. Mr. Janik partnered with Aurora Capital, a private equity firm, in 2004 to carve Douglas Dynamics out of AK Steel.

Chris Bernauer, President, Work Truck Attachments

Chris Bernauer serves as President of Work Truck Attachments at Douglas Dynamics, a role he assumed effective February 28, 2025. Before joining Douglas Dynamics, Mr. Bernauer held leadership positions at multiple companies primarily within the automotive, motorcycle, and marine sectors. Most recently, he served as President and CEO of Temperature Systems, Inc., an HVAC/R distribution company, and prior to that, as President of Harris & Cypress Cay Pontoons, a division of Brunswick Corporation.

Shannan Vlieger, Senior Vice President, People and Culture

Shannan Vlieger was promoted to Senior Vice President, People and Culture, effective October 1, 2024. She joined Douglas Dynamics in 2016 as Director of Operational Excellence. In her previous capacity as Vice President, Business Transformation, Ms. Vlieger led strategic initiatives and Continuous Improvement efforts using the Douglas Dynamics Management System (DDMS). Before joining Douglas Dynamics, she spent 13 years at Harley-Davidson Motor Company in a variety of roles with an emphasis on people and process improvement. Since 2018, she has been at the forefront of steering the company's Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) efforts.

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The key risks to Douglas Dynamics' business (PLOW) are primarily linked to environmental factors and macroeconomic conditions, given its specialized product offerings.

  1. Dependence on Winter Weather Conditions: A significant portion of Douglas Dynamics' revenue is derived from the sale of snow and ice control attachments and municipal snow and ice control products. The demand for these products is directly and heavily influenced by the level, timing, and location of snowfall and ice events. Milder winters or extended periods of below-average snowfall in key markets can lead to reduced demand for new equipment, an elongated equipment replacement cycle, and decreased pre-season orders, thereby negatively impacting revenue and profitability. Climate change, with its potential for decreased snowfall in some regions and increased unpredictability of winter weather, poses a long-term risk to this core segment.

  2. Economic Sensitivity and Capital Expenditure: Douglas Dynamics' Work Truck Solutions segment, which includes vehicle upfits, storage solutions, and cable pulling equipment, along with its overall commercial and governmental sales, is sensitive to broader economic conditions. A slowdown in the economy can lead to reduced spending by businesses and municipalities on new commercial vehicles, equipment, and upfitting services. Factors such as higher interest rates can also increase the cost of financing equipment for customers, potentially slowing down fleet expansion and reducing demand for the company's products. As a manufacturer within the heavy equipment and trucking industries, Douglas Dynamics' performance is closely tied to the health of the U.S. economy, which influences freight demand, consumer spending, and business investment.

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Douglas Dynamics (symbol: PLOW) operates in several addressable markets related to commercial work truck attachments and equipment. The market sizes for their main products and services in North America and globally are as follows:

Snow and Ice Control Attachments and Equipment

Douglas Dynamics manufactures and sells snow and ice control attachments, including snowplows and spreaders.
  • The global snow removal equipment market was estimated at approximately USD 10.3 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 18.4 billion by 2035, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%.
  • In 2025, the U.S. market for snow removal equipment accounted for approximately USD 3 billion, representing about 74.6% of the North American market.
  • The broader North America commercial facility snow and ice management service market, which includes services alongside equipment, was estimated at USD 22.53 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 23.02 billion in 2024. This market is anticipated to grow to USD 27.42 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 3.0% from 2024.

Work Truck Solutions (Upfitting, Truck Bodies, and Storage Solutions)

This segment includes manufacturing municipal snow and ice control products, providing truck and vehicle upfits, and manufacturing storage solutions for trucks and vans.
  • The global commercial vehicle upfitting market was valued at USD 33.1 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow from USD 34.4 billion in 2025 to USD 50 billion by 2035, at a CAGR of 3.8%.
  • North America is a dominant region in the commercial vehicle upfitting market, with an estimated value of USD 12 billion in 2024, expected to reach USD 17 billion by 2035.
  • The global truck body market was valued at USD 29.27 billion in 2025 and is expected to grow to USD 49.53 billion by 2035, with a CAGR of 5.40% during the forecast period of 2026-2035.
  • North America holds a significant share of the global truck bodies market, accounting for 38% of the total market, driven by industrial logistics and construction fleet expansion. This suggests a North American truck bodies market of approximately USD 11.12 billion in 2025 (38% of USD 29.27 billion).
  • Specifically for service truck bodies, the global market was valued at USD 929.45 million in 2025 and is projected to grow to USD 1662.05 million by 2035, at a CAGR of 6.4%. North America leads this market with over 800,000 units in operation in 2023.

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Douglas Dynamics (PLOW) is expected to experience future revenue growth over the next two to three years, driven by several strategic initiatives and market dynamics. Here are the key drivers of future revenue growth for Douglas Dynamics: * Strategic Acquisitions: Douglas Dynamics is actively pursuing growth through strategic mergers and acquisitions. The recent acquisition of Venco Venturo, a provider of truck-mounted service cranes and dump hoists, is anticipated to be accretive to earnings per share and free cash flow, contributing positively to the company's growth strategy. Management has also indicated a strong position to consider further small to medium-sized acquisitions of complex attachments in the coming years. * Growth in the Work Truck Solutions Segment: The Work Truck Solutions segment, which includes municipal snow and ice control products and truck upfitting services, is projected to be a consistent driver of revenue growth. This segment is expected to grow at a mid-to-high single-digit rate and benefits from less cyclical municipal demand, providing a stable revenue stream. The company is also focused on expanding its municipal upfit capacity as part of its strategic pillars. * Favorable Snowfall and Aftermarket Demand in Work Truck Attachments: While weather-dependent, favorable snowfall conditions directly drive higher volumes in the Work Truck Attachments segment, particularly for snowplows, sand, and salt spreaders. This also leads to increased demand for parts and accessories. The company's 2026 outlook factors in assumptions of above-average snowfall in the first quarter and average snowfall in the fourth quarter. A robust winter season is also expected to address the elongated replacement cycle for equipment. * Operational Efficiency and Manufacturing Optimization: Douglas Dynamics has implemented a strategic framework centered on "Optimize, Expand, and Activate." A key aspect of this is optimizing current operations, including manufacturing within the Work Truck Attachments segment, through its proprietary Douglas Dynamics Management System (DDMS). These continuous improvement efforts are aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, driving profitability, and ultimately contributing to top-line growth.

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Share Repurchases

  • Douglas Dynamics announced a $50 million equity buyback program in February 2022, which does not have an expiration date.
  • In the first half of 2025, the company repurchased approximately 210,000 shares of its stock, contributing to $12.9 million returned to shareholders through dividends and buybacks.
  • The company spent $6 million on the repurchase of common stock in 2025.

Outbound Investments

  • On November 3, 2025, Douglas Dynamics completed the acquisition of substantially all assets of Venco Venturo Industries LLC, a provider of truck-mounted service cranes and dump hoists.
  • This acquisition, costing $26.3 million in 2025, represents a key step in the company's "Activate" strategic pillar, aiming to diversify its portfolio with complex attachments.
  • The Venco Venturo acquisition is expected to be modestly accretive to earnings per share and free cash flow positive before synergies in 2026.

Capital Expenditures

  • Capital expenditures for Douglas Dynamics were $11.1 million in 2025, an increase from $7.8 million in 2024.
  • The company anticipates 2025 capital expenditures to be at the higher end of its traditional range of 2% to 3% of net sales.
  • Future capital expenditures are expected to increase year-over-year in 2026, focusing on business growth, including expanding municipal upfit capacity in its Work Truck Solutions segment and manufacturing optimization in Work Truck Attachments.

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Financials

PLOWPATKVCCVGIDCHMGAMedian
NameDouglas .Patrick .Visteon Commerci.Dauch Magna In. 
Mkt Price45.7795.00116.015.216.6962.5454.16
Mkt Cap1.13.13.10.21.317.42.2
Rev LTM6793,9453,7886516,80442,3223,866
Op Inc LTM80275298-12362,246256
FCF LTM6318921218-52,934126
FCF 3Y Avg51267240-01331,674186
CFO LTM75275346282914,198283
CFO 3Y Avg61351376163893,610363

Growth & Margins

PLOWPATKVCCVGIDCHMGAMedian
NameDouglas .Patrick .Visteon Commerci.Dauch Magna In. 
Rev Chg LTM15.5%4.2%-2.0%-6.8%14.8%0.9%2.6%
Rev Chg 3Y Avg4.7%-2.9%-1.0%-6.1%5.4%3.0%1.0%
Rev Chg Q19.8%-0.6%2.1%1.0%68.6%3.1%2.6%
QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM3.5%-0.2%0.5%0.3%16.6%0.7%0.6%
Op Inc Chg LTM43.3%4.1%-14.4%66.1%-7.0%11.4%7.7%
Op Inc Chg 3Y Avg19.9%-9.4%15.4%-12.6%1.0%15.7%8.2%
Op Mgn LTM11.8%7.0%7.9%-0.2%3.5%5.3%6.1%
Op Mgn 3Y Avg10.2%7.2%8.1%1.1%3.7%5.0%6.1%
QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM0.6%-0.0%-0.9%-0.1%-0.5%0.3%-0.1%
CFO/Rev LTM11.1%7.0%9.1%4.3%4.3%9.9%8.1%
CFO/Rev 3Y Avg9.9%9.5%9.8%2.1%6.3%8.5%9.0%
FCF/Rev LTM9.3%4.8%5.6%2.8%-0.1%6.9%5.2%
FCF/Rev 3Y Avg8.3%7.3%6.2%-0.1%2.2%4.0%5.1%

Valuation

PLOWPATKVCCVGIDCHMGAMedian
NameDouglas .Patrick .Visteon Commerci.Dauch Magna In. 
Mkt Cap1.13.13.10.21.317.42.2
P/S1.60.80.80.30.20.40.6
P/Op Inc13.211.210.4-136.35.57.79.1
P/EBIT13.112.310.265.911.912.112.2
P/E19.922.618.6-10.1-10.225.919.3
P/CFO14.111.29.06.44.44.17.7
Total Yield7.7%6.3%5.9%-9.9%-9.8%7.0%6.1%
Dividend Yield2.7%1.9%0.5%0.0%0.0%3.1%1.2%
FCF Yield 3Y Avg7.8%9.4%9.7%-21.0%-12.8%9.4%
D/E0.20.50.10.64.10.40.5
Net D/E0.20.5-0.10.43.40.30.4

Returns

PLOWPATKVCCVGIDCHMGAMedian
NameDouglas .Patrick .Visteon Commerci.Dauch Magna In. 
1M Rtn-1.3%-19.2%23.4%32.9%11.9%8.1%10.0%
3M Rtn14.0%-32.7%17.6%197.7%-21.8%15.8%14.9%
6M Rtn49.1%-8.5%8.9%247.3%-5.1%29.4%19.2%
12M Rtn74.0%16.6%38.6%288.8%-5.1%87.4%56.3%
3Y Rtn84.3%133.5%-13.0%-47.6%-5.1%34.4%14.6%
1M Excs Rtn-10.0%-28.0%14.7%24.2%3.1%-0.6%1.2%
3M Excs Rtn7.5%-39.1%11.1%191.3%-28.2%9.3%8.4%
6M Excs Rtn38.9%-18.4%1.9%270.0%-15.4%17.9%9.9%
12M Excs Rtn46.4%-15.1%9.7%306.9%-36.0%58.0%28.0%
3Y Excs Rtn11.9%51.1%-91.9%-125.6%-87.6%-41.9%-64.8%

Comparison Analyses

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Financials

Segment Financials

Revenue by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320222021
Work Truck Solutions312276234216227
Work Truck Attachments256292382326253
Total569568616541480


Assets by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320222021
Work Truck Attachments368393398385365
Work Truck Solutions222200199188214
Total590593597572579


Price Behavior

Price Behavior
Market Price$45.77 
Market Cap ($ Bil)1.1 
First Trading Date05/05/2010 
Distance from 52W High-9.8% 
   50 Days200 Days
DMA Price$44.15$35.88
DMA Trendupup
Distance from DMA3.7%27.6%
 3M1YR
Volatility48.0%32.2%
Downside Capture0.500.48
Upside Capture145.26132.45
Correlation (SPY)38.9%46.2%
PLOW Betas & Captures as of 4/30/2026

 1M2M3M6M1Y3Y
Beta1.271.321.211.191.200.79
Up Beta1.671.461.241.381.600.78
Down Beta1.581.561.590.960.920.61
Up Capture74%103%156%185%161%75%
Bmk +ve Days15223166141428
Stock +ve Days14233967124377
Down Capture101%137%71%82%88%96%
Bmk -ve Days4183056108321
Stock -ve Days8202557127371

[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 PLOW
PLOW77.6%32.5%1.79-
Sector ETF (XLY)19.5%18.7%0.8243.3%
Equity (SPY)28.1%12.5%1.7855.8%
Gold (GLD)42.9%26.9%1.307.0%
Commodities (DBC)48.6%18.0%2.14-18.8%
Real Estate (VNQ)13.6%13.5%0.7031.6%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)-22.4%41.7%-0.5020.3%

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Based On 5-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with PLOW
PLOW4.4%32.7%0.19-
Sector ETF (XLY)7.1%23.8%0.2641.8%
Equity (SPY)12.9%17.1%0.5945.0%
Gold (GLD)21.2%17.9%0.966.8%
Commodities (DBC)13.5%19.1%0.5810.1%
Real Estate (VNQ)3.6%18.8%0.0942.3%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)8.5%56.0%0.3616.4%

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Based On 10-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with PLOW
PLOW11.0%34.9%0.39-
Sector ETF (XLY)12.7%22.0%0.5344.0%
Equity (SPY)15.0%17.9%0.7247.4%
Gold (GLD)13.4%15.9%0.702.5%
Commodities (DBC)9.5%17.7%0.4516.0%
Real Estate (VNQ)5.6%20.7%0.2443.1%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)68.1%66.9%1.0710.5%

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Short Interest

Short Interest: As Of Date4302026
Short Interest: Shares Quantity0.5 Mil
Short Interest: % Change Since 41520260.6%
Average Daily Volume0.2 Mil
Days-to-Cover Short Interest2.0 days
Basic Shares Quantity23.1 Mil
Short % of Basic Shares2.0%

Earnings Returns History

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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
5/5/2026-10.5%  
2/24/20263.9%1.9%-2.6%
11/4/20255.9%5.2%7.3%
8/5/20256.4%9.9%16.7%
5/6/20250.5%14.9%7.9%
2/25/20252.4%-3.9%-10.7%
10/29/20240.4%2.8%11.6%
7/30/2024-5.9%-10.7%-9.8%
...
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive111412
# Negative12810
Median Positive2.4%5.2%8.5%
Median Negative-1.5%-4.9%-8.6%
Max Positive6.5%14.9%16.7%
Max Negative-11.6%-15.8%-19.3%

SEC Filings

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Report DateFiling DateFiling
03/31/202605/05/202610-Q
12/31/202502/24/202610-K
09/30/202511/04/202510-Q
06/30/202508/05/202510-Q
03/31/202505/06/202510-Q
12/31/202402/25/202510-K
09/30/202410/29/202410-Q
06/30/202407/30/202410-Q
03/31/202404/30/202410-Q
12/31/202302/27/202410-K
09/30/202310/31/202310-Q
06/30/202308/01/202310-Q
03/31/202305/02/202310-Q
12/31/202202/21/202310-K
09/30/202211/01/202210-Q
06/30/202208/02/202210-Q

Recent Forward Guidance [BETA]

Latest: Q1 2026 Earnings Reported 5/5/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 Revenue750.00 Mil772.50 Mil795.00 Mil5.1% RaisedGuidance: 735.00 Mil for 2026
2026 Adjusted EBITDA110.00 Mil117.50 Mil125.00 Mil6.8% RaisedGuidance: 110.00 Mil for 2026
2026 Adjusted Diluted EPS2.552.83.059.8% RaisedGuidance: 2.55 for 2026
2026 Effective tax rate24.0%24.5%25.0%00AffirmedGuidance: 24.5% for 2026

Prior: Q4 2025 Earnings Reported 2/24/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 Revenue710.00 Mil735.00 Mil760.00 Mil13.5% Higher NewActual: 647.50 Mil for 2025
2026 Adjusted EBITDA100.00 Mil110.00 Mil120.00 Mil16.4% Higher NewActual: 94.50 Mil for 2025
2026 Adjusted Diluted EPS2.252.552.8524.4% Higher NewActual: 2.05 for 2025
2026 Effective tax rate24.0%24.5%25.0%00Same NewActual: 24.5% for 2025

Insider Activity

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#OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Sisulak, Jon JControllerDirectSell311202642.6197741,627606,376Form
2Bernauer, Christopher EPres. Work Truck AttachmentsDirectSell311202642.6186937,025393,812Form
3Janik, James L DirectSell519202529.0115,650454,0381,164,426Form