Seeking Alpha·Jun 30, 2026
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CTS Corporation(CTS)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
CTS•NYSE
$59.15
27.0× P/E·Price updated Jul 7, 2026
AboutCTS Corporation manufactures and sells sensors, actuators, and connectivity components in North America, Europe, and Asia. The company provides sensors and actuators for use in passenger or commercial vehicles; connectivity components for telecommunications infrastructure, information technology, and other high-speed applications; switches, temperature sensors, and potentiometers supplied to multiple markets; and fabricated piezoelectric materials and substrates used primarily in medical, industrial, aerospace and defense, and information technology markets. In addition, the company sells and markets its products through its sales engineers, independent manufacturers' representatives, and distributors. CTS Corporation was founded in 1896 and is headquartered in Lisle, Illinois.Show more
- Revenue$542M+5.2%
- EBITDA$119M+11.0%
- Net Income$65M+12.4%
- EPS (Diluted)2.19+15.9%
- Gross Margin38.5%+5.5%
- EBITDA Margin22%+5.6%
- Operating Margin15.63%+5.3%
- Net Margin12.05%+6.9%
- ROE12.07%+9.8%
CTS Price & Volume
CTS Corporation (CTS) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Strategic Pivot Drives Margin Expansion Amid Cyclicality
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
VerdictNeutral
Growth:Accelerating
Profitability:Moderate
Financial:Fortress
Cash Flow:Robust
Primary Risk:Automotive production cyclicality
Key Thesis Takeaways
- CTS Corporation is successfully transitioning toward high-margin medical and industrial applications, evidenced by a revenue growth acceleration to 10.9% in 2026Q1.
- While the company maintains a fortress balance sheet with a conservative 0.17 debt-to-equity ratio, investors should monitor the potential for margin compression linked to automotive production volatility.
- Future performance will likely depend on the company's ability to sustain its 38.5% gross margin while managing the rising $2.0M quarterly stock-based compensation expense.
Verdict Logic
while the company demonstrates high-quality cash generation with an OCF/NI ratio of 1.01 in 2026Q1, the current forward P/E of 26.75 and cyclical automotive exposure warrant a cautious valuation approach.
CTS Growth Metrics
CTS Corporation (CTS) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years3.56%
5 Years5.03%
3 Years-2.61%
TTM7.8%
Profit CAGR
10 Years25.11%
5 Years13.49%
3 Years3.11%
TTM14.55%
EPS CAGR
10 Years26.42%
5 Years15.62%
3 Years5.79%
TTM18.78%
Return on Capital
10 Years12.83%
5 Years13.41%
3 Years12.29%
Last Year12.81%
CTS Recent Earnings
CTS Corporation (CTS) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 8/12 qtrs (67%)●Beat Revenue 4/12 qtrs (33%)
Q2 2026Latest
Apr 29, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.62+19.2%
$0.52
Rev
$139M+1.7%
$137M
Q1 2026
Feb 10, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.62+3.3%
$0.60
Rev
$137M+1.0%
$136M
Q4 2025
Oct 28, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.60-1.6%
$0.61
Rev
$143M+5.2%
$136M
Q3 2025
Jul 24, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.57+3.6%
$0.55
Rev
$135M-0.8%
$136M
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | Apr 29, 2026 | $0.62vs $0.52+19.2% | $139Mvs $137M+1.7% |
| Q1 2026 | Feb 10, 2026 | $0.62vs $0.60+3.3% | $137Mvs $136M+1.0% |
| Q4 2025 | Oct 28, 2025 | $0.60vs $0.61-1.6% | $143Mvs $136M+5.2% |
| Q3 2025 | Jul 24, 2025 | $0.57vs $0.55+3.6% | $135Mvs $136M-0.8% |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Latest CTS News
Recent stock market news and headlines for CTS Corporation (CTS)
GlobeNewsWire·Jun 25, 2026
CTS Corporation Names COO Pratik Trivedi CEO and PresidentLISLE, Ill., June 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CTS Corporation (NYSE: CTS) announced today that its Board of Directors has promoted Pratik Trivedi, CTS' current COO, to Chief Executive Officer and President effective July 6, 2026.
Zacks Investment Research·Jun 24, 2026
CTS (CTS) Is a Great Choice for 'Trend' Investors, Here's WhyCTS (CTS) could be a solid choice for shorter-term investors looking to capitalize on the recent price trend in fundamentally sound stocks. It is one of the many stocks that passed through our shorter-term trading strategy-based screen.
Zacks Investment Research·Jun 17, 2026
What Makes CTS (CTS) a Strong Momentum Stock: Buy Now?Does CTS (CTS) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.
GlobeNewsWire·Jun 16, 2026
CTS Introduces TSX Crystal with Integrated Thermistor, Expanding Its Frequency Control PortfolioLISLE, Ill., June 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CTS Corporation (NYSE: CTS) today announced the launch of the TSX Crystal with Integrated Thermistor, a significant expansion of the CTS crystal resonator portfolio and the company's first crystal product to incorporate a thermistor within the package.
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for CTS Corporation (CTS)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $59.15 | $1.69B | 27.01 | 5.16% | 12.05% | 12.07% | 0.27% | |
| $105.87 | $5.54B | 9999.00 | -7.38% | 0.4% | 0.37% | — | |
| $257.34 | $11.61B | 98.60 | 13.55% | 28.98% | 20.21% | — | |
| $14.58 | $182.18M | -69.43 | -12.9% | 0.49% | 0.57% | — | |
| $255.94 | $6.86B | 40.89 | 1.82% | 4.35% | 12.83% | — | |
| $5.58 | $45.35M | -0.22 | 8709.31% | -1735.06% | -87.15% | — |
Compare CTS vs Peers
CTS Corporation (CTS) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
CTS SEC Filings & Documents
CTS Corporation (CTS) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
8-K Announcements
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Apr 29, 2026·SEC
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Apr 29, 2026·SEC
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Feb 10, 2026·SEC
10-K Annual Reports
310-Q Quarterly Reports
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CTS Frequently Asked Questions
CTS Corporation (CTS) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is CTS Corporation's revenue?
CTS Corporation (CTS) reported $555.9M in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 73% increase from $321.3M in 1996.
How fast is CTS Corporation growing?
CTS Corporation (CTS) grew revenue by 5.2% over the past year. This is steady growth.
Is CTS profitable?
Yes, CTS Corporation (CTS) is profitable, generating $69.1M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (12.0% net margin).
Dividend & Returns
Does CTS pay dividends?
Yes, CTS Corporation (CTS) pays a dividend with a yield of 0.27%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
What is CTS's return on equity?
CTS Corporation (CTS) has a return on equity (ROE) of 12.1%. This is reasonable for most industries.
What is CTS Corporation's free cash flow?
CTS Corporation (CTS) generated $87.6M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.