Douglas Dynamics Inc (PLOW) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Douglas Dynamics Inc stock (PLOW) is currently trading at $42.93. Douglas Dynamics Inc PE ratio is 21.11. Douglas Dynamics Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 1.46. Analyst consensus price target for PLOW is $50.50. WallStSmart rates PLOW as Moderate Buy.
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- Douglas Dynamics Inc financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- PLOW Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- PLOW analyst price target and Smart Rating
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PLOW Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Douglas Dynamics Inc (PLOW)
PLOW trades at a significant discount to its Graham intrinsic value of $91.73, offering a 55% 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.
Smart Analysis
Douglas Dynamics Inc (PLOW) · 10 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 peg ratio, price/sales, revenue growth. Overall metrics suggest strong investment potential with favorable risk/reward.
Douglas Dynamics Inc (PLOW) Key Strengths (6)
Earnings per share surging 63.90% year-over-year
96.09% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Good growth relative to its price
Paying $1.46 for every $1 of annual revenue
Strong revenue growth at 28.60% annually
Solid profitability: $17 profit per $100 equity
Supporting Valuation Data
Douglas Dynamics Inc (PLOW) Areas to Watch (4)
Thin operating margins with cost pressures present
Premium pricing at 3.3x book value
Thin profit margins with limited profitability
Small-cap company with higher risk but more growth potential
Douglas Dynamics Inc (PLOW) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 67/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a B- grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 6 register as strengths (avg 8.5/10) while 4 fall into concern territory (avg 4.3/10). All four categories (Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality) show healthy scores, indicating broadly sound fundamentals.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on EPS Growth, Institutional Own., PEG Ratio. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.15), Price/Sales (1.46) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 17.20%. Growth metrics are encouraging with Revenue Growth at 28.60%, EPS Growth at 63.90%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are Operating Margin, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Some valuation metrics including Price/Book (3.32) suggest expensive pricing. Profitability pressure is visible in Operating Margin at 10.50%, Profit Margin at 7.15%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Operating Margin improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 17.20% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 28.60% strong but requiring continuation.
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 (EPS Growth, Institutional Own.) and negatives (Operating Margin, Price/Book). 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.
PLOW Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
PLOW's Price-to-Sales ratio of 1.46x sits near its historical average of 1.69x (29th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 48% below its historical high of 2.8x set in Dec 2013, and 60% above its historical low of 0.91x in Apr 2024. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has expanded from ~0.9x, reflecting growing market expectations outpacing revenue growth.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Douglas Dynamics Inc (PLOW) · CONSUMER CYCLICAL › AUTO PARTS
The Big Picture
Douglas Dynamics Inc is a strong growth company balancing expansion with improving profitability. Revenue reached 656M with 29% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are thin at 7.2%, typical for companies in this phase that are reinvesting heavily in growth.
Key Findings
Revenue growing at 29% YoY, reaching 656M. This pace significantly outperforms most AUTO PARTS peers.
ROE of 1720.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
What to Watch Next
Margin expansion: can Douglas Dynamics Inc push profit margins above 15% as the business scales?
Growth sustainability: can Douglas Dynamics Inc maintain 29%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?
Debt management: total debt of 296M is significantly higher than cash (12M). Monitor refinancing risk.
Sector dynamics: monitor AUTO PARTS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Douglas Dynamics Inc.
Bottom Line
Douglas Dynamics Inc offers an attractive blend of growth (29% revenue expansion) and improving fundamentals. The company is transitioning from pure growth to profitable growth, a critical inflection point. Watch for sustained margin expansion as the key signal.
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(10 last 3 months)
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
JANIK, JAMES L Director | Sell | -2,000 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
LAUBER, SARAH C EVP & CFO | Sell | -13,829 |
Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings
Last updated: 8:22:24 AM
About Douglas Dynamics Inc(PLOW)
NYSE
CONSUMER CYCLICAL
AUTO PARTS
USA
Douglas Dynamics, Inc. is a manufacturer and conditioner of commercial work truck accessories and equipment in North America. The company is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.