CTS Corporation (CTS)
NYSEInformation TechnologyHardware, Equipment & PartsSnapshot 2026-09-04
$57.18+1.13%
Close 2026-09-04 · 1-day change
NYSEInformation TechnologyHardware, Equipment & PartsSnapshot 2026-09-04
QuarterlyIQ Insights · CTS
What must go right, what could break, what the price assumes, and what evidence comes next.
The current health of the standing investment case.
Recent financial performance is holding in the top half of its industry — the reason to own it looks intact.
One-year growth currently built into the price, compared with our model's estimate.
| Measure | Marker shape | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Growth built into the price | circle | -0.9% |
| Our one-year growth estimate | diamond | 6.6% |
Growth built into the price is above our model estimate.
The price assumes 7.5 percentage points less one-year growth.
The one-year revenue growth assumption on Valuation.
For each item: what to watch, what would become a concern, and what would make it less concerning.
A reporting-risk estimate, not a forecast of the stock-price response.
Model as of 2026-09-04 · Compared with 40 industry peers
CTS — CEO transition
Dated 2026-06-25
President and CEO — Kieran O'Sullivan: Mr. O'Sullivan is stepping down as President and CEO but remains on the Board as Executive Chairman, while Pratik Trivedi has been appointed as new President and CEO.
Why it matters: A lower EPS may show problems in staying profitable as costs rise.
Worry ifQ3 diluted EPS reported below $0.65.
Less concerning ifQ3 diluted EPS reported at or above $0.65.
Why it matters: Changes in leadership can affect company plans and actions. Watching this will show any changes.
Watch forThe new CEO spoke positively about growth plans and actions.
Also watch forInvestors are worried about the leadership change. They have negative feedback.
Why it matters: Keeping dividends shows the company is healthy. It also shows care for shareholders.
Supportive ifManagement shares the date and amount of the next dividend payment.
Worry ifManagement says there will be a dividend cut or stop.
Why it matters: A drop in gross margin may mean costs are rising or prices are under pressure.
Worry ifAdjusted gross margin reported below 40% in Q3.
Less concerning ifAdjusted gross margin remains at or above 40% in Q3.
Why it matters: The new CEO may bring changes to strategy that could affect performance. Monitoring this transition is crucial.
Watch forNew CEO outlines a clear strategy that aligns with previous growth goals in a public statement.
Also watch forNew CEO does not focus on current goals or adds confusing new ones.
Why it matters: Changes in leadership can change company plans. This can affect how well the company does.
Watch forNew CEO Pratik Trivedi shares a clear growth plan in future messages.
Also watch forNew CEO does not explain the strategy or faces immediate problems.
Why it matters: New leaders can change how a company works and performs. Investors should look at these changes.
Watch forThe new CEO announces specific growth strategies in Q3.
Also watch forNo new strategic initiatives are announced by the new CEO in Q3.
Why it matters: Sales trends in transportation show the market's health. They also show the company's position.
Watch forTransportation market sales growth above 3% year over year.
Also watch forTransportation market sales fell compared to last year.
Why it matters: A big increase means CTS is making more money as planned.
Supportive ifOperating income increases by more than 15% in Q2.
Worry ifOperating income increases by 15% or less in Q2.
Why it matters: Steady dividends show CTS cares about how it uses money and staying stable.
Watch forDividend payments remain at $0.04 per share.
Also watch forDividend payments drop below $0.04 per share.
Why it matters: Revenue growth is key for CTS. A drop below 5% signals a slowdown.
Worry ifQ2 revenue growth reported below 5% year over year.
Less concerning ifQ2 revenue growth reported above 5% year over year.
Why it matters: Strong growth in diversified markets is key to CTS's strategy. It shows resilience and demand.
Supportive ifQ3 sales to diversified end markets increase year over year by more than 15%.
Worry ifSales growth in diversified markets falls below 10% year over year.
Why it matters: Higher margins mean more profit and better efficiency. This is important for growth.
Supportive ifAdjusted EBITDA margin is over 25% in Q3.
Worry ifAdjusted EBITDA margin drops below 23% in Q3.
Why it matters: Strong cash flow helps growth plans and shows financial stability.
Supportive ifOperating cash flow exceeds $30 million in Q3.
Worry ifOperating cash flow drops below $25 million in Q3.
Why it matters: Dividends can show how well a company is doing. They also show that management cares about shareholders.
Watch forDividend per share increases from $0.04 in Q3.
Also watch forDividend per share decreases from $0.04 in Q3.
Historical relationships that met the evidence threshold. They do not prove cause or forecast a move.
Usually moved in the same direction.
Price observations: 365 days
Most sensitive to the broad stock market.
Based on historical daily prices through 2026-09-04.
Past price behavior in dollars on a $10,000 position. This does not measure permanent business risk.
How much price usually moves either way.
A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days.
Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year.
| Measure | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Typical day | ±$154 on $10,000 · ±1.5% | How much price usually moves either way. |
| Bad day | $353 loss on $10,000 · 3.5% | A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days. |
| Largest peak-to-trough drop in the past year | $2,031 loss on $10,000 · 20.3% | Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year. |
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement; 1.20 means about 20% more.
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement to the sector. This is secondary context.
Latest 30 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
Latest 252 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
20-trading-day average in US dollars.
Trading days used by the source risk snapshot.
Past results, not a forecast. Not investment advice.
Use the underlying financial and sector pages to investigate the cause.
Not investment advice. Scores describe historical and current data; they are not forecasts of future returns. Consult a licensed advisor before making investment decisions.