PHINIA, Inc. (PHIN)
NYSEConsumer DiscretionaryAuto - PartsSnapshot 2026-09-04
$69.04+0.91%
Close 2026-09-04 · 1-day change
NYSEConsumer DiscretionaryAuto - PartsSnapshot 2026-09-04
QuarterlyIQ Insights · PHIN
How strong the business is — where it ranks within its sector on capital efficiency and cash generation, and how well management has been executing.
How this business ranks within consumer discretionary on a research-validated quality screen. As of 2026-09-04.
The screen ranks PHIN against its sector on four durable signals: share dilution, return on capital, free-cash-flow yield, and FCF margin. Historically the highest-quality names tended toward better typical outcomes and fewer bad years over multi-year holds (strongest at three years, modest at one), and that pattern showed up even before the price moved. It characterizes business quality, not price direction.
Each leg is a sector-relative percentile (higher is better); 4 of 4 legs were available for this name. The composite is built from these four; the raw value follows each percentile for context.
A forward quality tilt, not a price prediction, and context for your own research rather than a recommendation. Not investment advice.
How management runs the business: capital, margins, balance sheet, and how reliably they guide and deliver.
Each factor is a parallel diagnostic with a clear read of what it shows and how names like it have historically fared. Never aggregated into a single score.
Operating income rose in 2 of the last 3 quarter-over-quarter moves. Historically, Consumer Discretionary names rated strong grew net income 63% of the time over the next year (vs 50% for the rest of the cohort, n=5213).
Not investment advice. Scores describe historical and current data; they are not forecasts of future returns. Consult a licensed advisor before making investment decisions.
A guidance track record builds as the company issues and delivers on guidance.
Priorities management has stated in recent disclosures, with status and evidence drawn from earnings calls, filings, and press releases.
Focus on profitable growth through new business wins, market expansion, and alternative fuel technologies across multiple end markets.
Stated as a priority in 3 of last 3 quarters. Net sales grew from $796 million in 2025-Q1 to $940 million in 2026-Q2, a 5.6% increase year-over-year in the latest quarter, with full year 2025 sales up 2.4% from 2024. Management consistently emphasizes profitable growth and expanding strategic markets, and the trajectory shows delivering growth aligned with this priority.
“We remain focused on driving profitable growth and delivering long-term value... New and incumbent business wins remained strong.”
“Strong performance underscores disciplined execution and continued focus on creating value... growing traction in attractive new markets and expanding our customer base.”
“Focused on driving organic growth through continued execution and targeted innovation, sustaining strong value creation.”
Improve operating income and adjusted EBITDA margins through cost control, supplier savings, and operational efficiencies.
Stated as a priority in 3 of last 3 quarters. Operating income was $80 million in 2026-Q2, slightly down from $89 million in 2025-Q2, while adjusted EBITDA increased modestly with margins around 13.0% to 13.8%. Management emphasizes cost control and supplier savings, with margin guidance for 2026 at 13.5% to 14.1%. The trajectory shows mixed operating income but steady adjusted EBITDA margin, indicating limited progress but ongoing focus.
Sustain and grow cash from operating activities and adjusted free cash flow through working capital discipline and capital expenditure control.
Stated as a priority in 3 of last 3 quarters. Net cash from operating activities rose from $57 million in 2025-Q2 to $91 million in 2026-Q2, and adjusted free cash flow increased by $54 million to $74 million in 2026-Q2. Management consistently highlights working capital discipline and capital expenditure control. The trajectory shows delivering on cash flow growth aligned with stated priorities.
Invest in and win contracts for alternative fuel systems and advanced propulsion solutions to support lower carbon mobility.
Newly stated in 2026-Q1 and reiterated in 2026-Q2. Management highlights multiple new contracts in alternative fuel and advanced propulsion products, including compressed natural gas and jet fuel injectors. While no direct financial metrics are cited, the recurring focus and contract announcements indicate active progress in expanding this product portfolio.
Acquire stoba Group to expand manufacturing capabilities and strengthen supply chain resilience and flexibility.
Newly stated in 2026-Q2. Management announced the acquisition of stoba Group to enhance manufacturing capabilities and supply chain resilience, with closing expected in Q4 2026. No financial results yet, so delivery is pending.
“Entered into definitive agreement to acquire stoba Group, expected to close in Q4 2026.”
Over the trailing year it converted 1.49x of net income into operating cash flow. Historically, Consumer Discretionary names rated neutral grew net income 49% of the time over the next year (vs 49% for the rest of the cohort, n=4864).
Most sensitive to the broad stock market.
Not enough signal to read sensitivity to the US dollar, real (inflation-adjusted) rates, long-term interest rates, Fed net liquidity (low R² over the window).
7 material management or governance events in the past 24 months, led by capital-allocation actions. Historically, Consumer Discretionary names rated stable grew net income 47% of the time over the next year (vs 53% for the rest of the cohort, n=1906).
Not investment advice. As of 2026-09-04.
“Adjusted EBITDA of $130 million, up $4 million year-over-year, adjusted EBITDA margin 13.8%, down 40 bps.”
“Adjusted EBITDA of $115 million with adjusted EBITDA margin of 13.1%, up $12 million and 20 bps year-over-year.”
“Adjusted EBITDA of $116 million, up $6 million year-over-year, adjusted EBITDA margin 13.0%, down 20 bps.”
“Net cash generated by operating activities was $91 million, up $34 million year-over-year; adjusted free cash flow was $74 million, up $54 million.”
“Net cash provided by operating activities was $53 million, up $13 million year-over-year; adjusted free cash flow was $42 million, a record for Q1.”
“Net cash provided by operating activities was $96 million, up $23 million year-over-year.”
“A heated-tip multi-point fuel injection system program supporting passenger vehicle engine application, expanding alternative fuel portfolio.”
“Compressed Natural Gas Fuel Rail Assembly contract in India, third consecutive quarter of major alternative fuel program wins.”