Evolv Technologies Holdings Inc (EVLV) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Evolv Technologies Holdings Inc stock (EVLV) is currently trading at $5.93. Evolv Technologies Holdings Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 6.87. Analyst consensus price target for EVLV is $10.00. WallStSmart rates EVLV as Sell.
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- Evolv Technologies Holdings Inc financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
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Smart Analysis
Evolv Technologies Holdings Inc (EVLV) · 8 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in operating margin, revenue growth, institutional own.. Concerns around return on equity and price/book. Mixed signals suggest waiting for clearer direction before acting.
Evolv Technologies Holdings Inc (EVLV) Key Strengths (3)
Revenue surging 32.30% year-over-year
70.94% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Strong operational efficiency: $22 kept per $100 revenue
Supporting Valuation Data
Evolv Technologies Holdings Inc (EVLV) Areas to Watch (5)
Company is destroying shareholder value
Company is losing money with a negative profit margin
Very expensive at 8.4x book value
Premium valuation at 6.9x annual revenue
Small-cap company with higher risk but more growth potential
Supporting Valuation Data
Evolv Technologies Holdings Inc (EVLV) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 37/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a F grade. Out of 8 metrics analyzed, 3 register as strengths (avg 9.3/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 2.2/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Revenue Growth, Institutional Own., Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with Operating Margin at 22.30%. Growth metrics are encouraging with Revenue Growth at 32.30%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (6.87), Price/Book (8.43) suggest expensive pricing. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at -28.00%, Profit Margin at -22.70%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Return on Equity improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at -28.00% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 32.30% strong but requiring continuation.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a higher risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Fundamental challenges outweigh strengths at current levels. Return on Equity and Profit Margin are the primary drags. Consider waiting for meaningful improvement before committing capital.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
EVLV Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
EVLV's Price-to-Sales ratio of 6.87x trades at a deep discount to its historical average of 72.59x (17th percentile). The current valuation is 98% below its historical high of 378.07x set in Jan 2021, and 35% above its historical low of 5.08x in Mar 2025. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has expanded from ~5.1x, reflecting growing market expectations outpacing revenue growth.
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Data-driven financial summary for Evolv Technologies Holdings Inc (EVLV) · INDUSTRIALS › SECURITY & PROTECTION SERVICES
The Big Picture
Evolv Technologies Holdings Inc is in a high-growth phase, prioritizing rapid expansion over margins. Revenue reached 146M with 32% growth year-over-year. The company is currently unprofitable, posting a -22.7% profit margin.
Key Findings
Revenue growing at 32% YoY, reaching 146M. This pace significantly outperforms most SECURITY & PROTECTION SERVICES peers.
Generating 9M in free cash flow and 16M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.
The company is unprofitable with a -22.7% profit margin. The path to breakeven will be the key catalyst.
What to Watch Next
Growth sustainability: can Evolv Technologies Holdings Inc maintain 32%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?
Volatility is elevated with a beta of 1.91, so expect amplified moves relative to the broader market.
Sector dynamics: monitor SECURITY & PROTECTION SERVICES industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Evolv Technologies Holdings Inc.
Bottom Line
Evolv Technologies Holdings Inc is a high-conviction growth story with revenue accelerating at 32% while profitability is still developing. For growth-oriented investors, the trajectory is compelling. For value investors, the thin -22.7% margins and premium valuation suggest patience until the unit economics mature further.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Insider Transactions(33 last 3 months)
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
ELLENBOGEN, MICHAEL Director | Sell | -91,771 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
KUHL, HENRIK Director | Buy | +9,291 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
KEDZIERSKI, JOHN Director, President & CEO | Sell | -74,322 |
Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings
Last updated: 10:12:51 AM
About Evolv Technologies Holdings Inc(EVLV)
NASDAQ
INDUSTRIALS
SECURITY & PROTECTION SERVICES
USA
Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc. provides AI-based contactless security screening systems. The company is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts.