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McGrath RentCorp (MGRC) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

McGrath RentCorp stock (MGRC) is currently trading at $108.94. McGrath RentCorp PE ratio is 16.60. McGrath RentCorp PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 2.75. Analyst consensus price target for MGRC is $144.60. WallStSmart rates MGRC as Moderate Buy.

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MGRC

McGrath RentCorp

NASDAQINDUSTRIALS
$108.94
$0.25 (0.23%)
52W$94.58
$127.32
Target$144.60+32.7%

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MGRC Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · McGrath RentCorp (MGRC)

Margin of Safety
+61.1%
Strong Buy Zone
MGRC Fair Value
$297.18
Graham Formula
Current Price
$108.94
$188.24 below fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $297.18
Overvalued
Price $108.94
Graham IV $297.18
Analyst $144.60

MGRC trades at a significant discount to its Graham intrinsic value of $297.18, offering a 61% margin of safety — a level value investors typically seek before buying.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

McGrath RentCorp (MGRC) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Strong Buy
Investment Rating

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 peg ratio, operating margin, eps growth. Overall metrics suggest strong investment potential with favorable risk/reward.

McGrath RentCorp (MGRC) Key Strengths (6)

Avg Score: 8.2/10
Institutional Own.Quality
92.69%10/10

92.69% of shares held by major funds and institutions

PEG RatioValuation
1.038/10

Good growth relative to its price

Operating MarginProfitability
28.90%8/10

Strong operational efficiency: $29 kept per $100 revenue

EPS GrowthGrowth
28.10%8/10

Strong earnings growth at 28.10% per year

Profit MarginProfitability
16.60%8/10

Strong profitability: $17 kept per $100 revenue

Market CapQuality
$2.59B7/10

Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability

Supporting Valuation Data

MGRC Target Price
$144.6
29% Upside

McGrath RentCorp (MGRC) Areas to Watch (4)

Avg Score: 5.3/10
Revenue GrowthGrowth
5.30%4/10

Modest revenue growth at 5.30%

Return on EquityProfitability
13.20%5/10

Moderate profitability with room for improvement

Price/SalesValuation
2.756/10

Revenue is fairly priced at 2.75x sales

Price/BookValuation
2.106/10

Fairly priced relative to book value

McGrath RentCorp (MGRC) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 69/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a B- grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 6 register as strengths (avg 8.2/10) while 4 fall into concern territory (avg 5.3/10). All four categories (Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality) show healthy scores, indicating broadly sound fundamentals.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Institutional Own., PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.03) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Operating Margin at 28.90%, Profit Margin at 16.60%. Growth metrics are encouraging with EPS Growth at 28.10%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Price/Sales. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (2.75), Price/Book (2.10) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 5.30%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 13.20%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Revenue Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 13.20% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 5.30% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. The weight of evidence leans positive, with more strengths than concerns. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Institutional Own., PEG Ratio) and negatives (Revenue Growth, Return on Equity). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

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.

MGRC Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

MGRC's Price-to-Sales ratio of 2.75x trades at a 23% premium to its historical average of 2.24x (85th percentile). The current valuation is 18% below its historical high of 3.37x set in Jun 2018, and 118% above its historical low of 1.26x in Feb 2009.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for McGrath RentCorp (MGRC) · INDUSTRIALSRENTAL & LEASING SERVICES

The Big Picture

McGrath RentCorp is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 944M with 5% growth year-over-year. Profit margins of 16.6% are healthy, with room for further expansion as the business scales.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 1320.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 70M in free cash flow and 81M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

What to Watch Next

Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 183.0%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.

Sector dynamics: monitor RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact McGrath RentCorp.

Bottom Line

McGrath RentCorp is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 16.6% margins. The growth phase may be slowing, but strong cash generation and operational efficiency make it suitable for investors seeking reliability over excitement.

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(101 last 3 months)

Total Buys
49
Total Sells
52

Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings

Last updated: 8:26:24 AM

About McGrath RentCorp(MGRC)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

INDUSTRIALS

Industry

RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES

Country

USA

McGrath RentCorp is a business-to-business rental company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Livermore, California.