inTEST Corp (INTT)
AMEXInformation TechnologySemiconductorsSnapshot 2026-09-04
$11.16+2.86%
Close 2026-09-04 · 1-day change
AMEXInformation TechnologySemiconductorsSnapshot 2026-09-04
QuarterlyIQ Insights · INTT
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 | -20.9% |
| Our one-year growth estimate | diamond | 11.5% |
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.
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.
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.
Growth built into the price is above our model estimate.
The price assumes 32.4 percentage points less one-year growth.
The one-year revenue growth assumption on Valuation.
Model as of 2026-09-04 · Compared with 72 industry peers · Company calendar date is not available
INTT — capital allocation
Dated 2026-08-17
Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant As previously disclosed, InTest Corporation (the “Company”) entered into an Amended and Restated Loan and Security Agreement (the “Original Credit Agreement”) with M&T Bank (“M&T”) on October 15, 2021. The Original Credit Agreement was amended by the Joinder and Amendment to Amended and Restated Loan and Security Agreement, dated October 28, 2021, the Joinder and Second Amendment…
Why it matters: The new CEO's plan may change how the company performs.
Watch forManagement has positive comments about the new CEO's plan and vision.
Also watch forThere is negative feedback or doubt about the new CEO's plan.
Why it matters: Meeting or exceeding this revenue target shows strong demand and supports the raised full-year outlook.
Supportive ifQ2 2026 revenue reported at $35 million or higher.
Worry ifQ2 2026 revenue reported below $35 million.
Why it matters: A drop in sector revenue growth could signal a slowdown for inTEST Corp and its peers.
Worry ifSector revenue growth has been below its median for two months in a row.
Less concerning ifSector revenue growth remains above its median for two consecutive months.
Why it matters: Keeping expenses in this range shows good cost management. This is important during growth.
Supportive ifOperating costs were $55 million to $57 million for 2026.
Worry ifOperating costs exceeded $57 million. This could show waste.
We watch for confirming and disproving signals on each item. Resolutions are found automatically where possible and checked by hand for unclear cases. Last 90 days shown.
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 | ±$320 on $10,000 · ±3.2% | How much price usually moves either way. |
| Bad day | $659 loss on $10,000 · 6.6% | A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days. |
| Largest peak-to-trough drop in the past year | $4,466 loss on $10,000 · 44.7% | 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.
Why it matters: Gross margin shows how well the company controls costs and product mix. This affects profits.
Worry ifGross margin was about 40% or better. This shows recovery.
Less concerning ifGross margin was below 38%. This shows ongoing challenges.
Why it matters: Keeping costs low helps profits and matches what management said.
Supportive ifOperating costs are under $14.2 million.
Worry ifOperating costs are over $14.2 million.
Why it matters: A stable gross margin shows the company can manage costs despite product mix shifts. This is key for long-term profitability.
Supportive ifGross margin for Q3 is about 43% or more.
Worry ifGross margin for Q3 drops below 40%.
Why it matters: A growing backlog shows strong future demand. It also shows the company's ability to operate.
Supportive ifBacklog reported above $51 million in Q2 2026.
Worry ifBacklog reported below $51 million in Q2 2026.
Why it matters: A revenue drop below $33 million would signal a slowdown in growth momentum.
Worry ifQ3 revenue reported below $33 million would indicate a decline from the $35.3 million in Q2.
Less concerning ifQ3 revenue exceeds $35 million, showing continued growth.
Why it matters: Strong backlog growth would suggest healthy demand and future revenue potential.
Supportive ifBacklog growth was over 20% year-over-year in Q3.
Worry ifIf backlog growth is below 15% year-over-year, it shows weaker demand.