Argan, Inc. AGX
- Market cap
- $5.1B
- P/E
- 28.3×
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Free account| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | |
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| 41.79 | 34.90 | 32.43 | 29.91 | 36.60 | 31.26 | 36.11 | 43.44 | 101.02 | 305.69 |
Analyst estimates 2027–2029 Powerpack |
Low Price
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| 76.70 | 47.53 | 51.95 | 54.50 | 55.99 | 42.15 | 48.51 | 165.33 | 399.30 | 805.75 |
High Price
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| 1,286 | 1,552 | 1,487 | 1,154 | 1,473 | 1,358 | 985 | 1,214 | 1,595 | 1,409 |
Employees
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| 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Revenue/Emp
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| 675 | 893 | 482 | 239 | 392 | 509 | 455 | 573 | 874 | 945 |
Revenue
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| 21.73% | 16.73% | 17.10% | (2.85%) | 15.83% | 19.58% | 18.98% | 14.10% | 16.13% | 20.50% |
Gross Margin
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| 115 | 113 | 47 | (48) | 25 | 47 | 46 | 49 | 111 | 161 |
EBT
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| 16.97% | 12.61% | 9.79% | (19.99%) | 6.34% | 9.24% | 10.11% | 8.53% | 12.72% | 16.99% |
EBT Margin
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| 77 | 72 | 52 | (41) | 24 | 36 | 35 | 32 | 85 | 138 |
Net Income
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| 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Depreciation
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| 44.81 | 57.52 | 30.97 | 15.30 | 25.03 | 32.41 | 32.31 | 42.90 | 65.00 | 68.59 |
Revenue/Sh
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| 4.67 | 4.64 | 3.34 | (2.73) | 1.52 | 2.43 | 2.35 | 2.42 | 6.35 | 10.00 |
Earnings/Sh
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| 17.19 | (4.69) | (7.21) | 3.43 | 11.23 | 1.81 | (2.13) | 8.74 | 12.46 | 30.11 |
Cash Flow/Sh
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| (0.19) | (0.31) | (0.55) | (0.45) | (0.11) | (0.09) | (0.24) | (0.21) | (0.49) | (0.28) |
Capex/Sh
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| 17.01 | (5.00) | (7.77) | 2.98 | 11.13 | 1.72 | (2.37) | 8.54 | 11.97 | 29.83 |
Free CF/Sh
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| 19.42 | 23.07 | 25.33 | 21.83 | 20.58 | 20.72 | 19.95 | 21.77 | 26.16 | 33.57 |
Book Value/Sh
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| 15 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 14 |
Shares
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| 15.83 | 9.40 | 12.64 | 0.00 | 28.53 | 15.29 | 16.45 | 18.32 | 21.61 | 35.65 |
PE Ratio
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| 1.65 | 0.76 | 1.36 | 2.75 | 1.73 | 1.15 | 1.21 | 1.03 | 2.10 | 5.19 |
PS Ratio
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| 3.80 | 1.89 | 1.67 | 1.93 | 2.11 | 1.79 | 1.95 | 2.04 | 5.23 | 10.60 |
PB Ratio
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| 0.87 | 0.27 | 0.75 | 1.38 | 0.57 | 0.28 | 0.49 | 0.31 | 1.50 | 4.24 |
EV/Sales
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| 2.30 | (3.13) | (2.98) | 7.09 | 1.28 | 5.31 | (6.69) | 1.58 | 8.16 | 9.75 |
EV/FCF
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| 259 | (73) | (112) | 54 | 176 | 28 | (30) | 117 | 168 | 415 |
Op' Cash Flow
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| (3) | (5) | (9) | (7) | (2) | (1) | (3) | (3) | (7) | (4) |
Capex
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| 256 | (78) | (121) | 47 | 174 | 27 | (33) | 114 | 161 | 411 |
FCF
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| 237 | 302 | 335 | 278 | 270 | 284 | 236 | 245 | 301 | 421 |
Working Cap'
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| — | — | — | 2 | 2 | 4 | 5 | — | — | — |
Total Debt
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| (523) | (434) | (297) | (328) | (457) | (440) | (325) | (412) | (525) | (895) |
Net Debt
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| 293 | 358 | 394 | 341 | 322 | 326 | 281 | 291 | 352 | 462 |
Sh' Equity
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| 10.91% | 13.27% | 10.92% | (8.76%) | 3.96% | 6.79% | 6.64% | 5.95% | 11.92% | 13.62% |
ROA
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| 0.00% | 0.00% | 25.70% | (265.04%) | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
ROIC
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| 24.08% | 20.11% | 13.19% | (12.55%) | 7.42% | 11.73% | 11.78% | 11.32% | 26.59% | 33.85% |
ROE
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Argan, Inc. (AGX) key facts
- Argan, Inc. (AGX) is an Engineering & Construction company in the Industrials sector, listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
- Argan, Inc.’s revenue for fiscal 2026 (year ended January 2026) was $944.6 million, up 8.06% from fiscal 2025.
- Net income was $137.8 million, or $10.00 per share (basic), a net margin of 14.6%.
- As of September 25, 2026, AGX traded at $364.29, a market capitalization of $5.1 billion.
- At that price the stock trades at 28.3× trailing-twelve-month earnings and 4.3× sales.
- Argan, Inc. pays an annual dividend of $1.20 per share, a yield of 2.40%, with a payout ratio of 38.0%.
- Return on equity was 33.9% and debt-to-equity 0.00.
Argan, Inc. (AGX) Latest News
25 Sep
Argan, Inc. reported about $2.5 billion in backlog as of July 31, 2026, with roughly 80% tied to natural-gas-fired projects. More than 4.1 GW of U.S. gas-fired capacity are in backlog, while renewables are ~11% and Industrial ~8%. Management expects complex combined-cycle plants to remain the backbone as utilities seek reliable, around-the-clock generation. Gas exposure benefits from rising electricity demand from data centers, manufacturing, and electrification, and Argan benefits from a limited pool of contractors capable of executing large, complex projects, supporting a selective bidding strategy. Yet the 80% gas concentration heightens diversification risk and sensitivity to delays, permitting shifts, energy policy changes, equipment tightness, or changing customer strategies. Offsets include Renewables, Industrial projects, and Teledata expansion (including a $125M data-center project) and ValCor's broadened geographic reach. Competition from Fluor and Primoris could influence awards and pricing. 80% natural-gas backlog concentration creates meaningful exposure to project delays, permitting changes, and policy shifts, potentially affecting backlog replenishment and margins.
23 Sep
Argan, Inc. (AGX) is highlighted as a top-growth stock by Zacks, with a Growth Score of A and a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy). The piece cites three keys: earnings growth, cash-flow growth, and rising earnings estimates. It notes historical EPS growth of 45.7% and projected EPS growth of 39.2% this year, well above the industry average of 6.4%. Cash flow is robust, up 59.9% year over year, and the 3–5 year annualized cash-flow growth stands at 37.5% versus an 8.4% industry pace. Current-year earnings estimates have increased by 7.7% over the past month. Argan is described as a builder of energy plants, and the combination of Growth Score A and a #1 Rank is presented as positioning the stock for potential outperformance, supporting a favorable near-term growth thesis for investors. Forward-looking earnings and cash-flow growth estimates, plus rising consensus, suggest a moderately positive influence on AGX's growth trajectory and sentiment.
21 Sep
Argan, Inc. and MYR Group are positioned to benefit from expanding power infrastructure as demand for reliable electricity grows, driven by electrification, data centers and grid modernization. Argan focuses on power facilities (gas-fired and renewables), plus Industrial and Teledata, with a backlog of four U.S. gas-fired plants totaling more than 4.1 GW and a North Carolina fabrication plant expansion to support data-center work. It added ValCor Communications to grow Teledata and diversify its client base. MYR Group operates in transmission/distribution and commercial/industrial markets, reporting a quarterly revenue record of $1.08 billion and a $3.16 billion backlog, aided by data centers and grid modernization; expansion through Valley Electric and Comet Electric strengthens its platform. AGX trades at a higher forward P/E but has the stronger Zacks Rank (1 vs 2 for MYRG). Greater backlog, diversification, and a superior Zacks Rank could meaningfully influence AGX's future performance.
16 Sep
Argan, Inc. pursues industrial expansion to support growth while facing margin pressures that could constrain profitability. Industrial expansion initiatives may moderately influence Argan's financial performance and market positioning amid margin challenges.
15 Sep
Argan, Inc. raised its dividend by 40%. 40% dividend increase signals stronger cash returns and may lift near-term investor sentiment for AGX.
Argan reports record earnings and raises dividend but stock valuation appears stretched. Record earnings and dividend hike improve financial metrics and may shift short-term sentiment without fundamentally changing long-term trajectory.
13 Sep
Argan (AGX) experiences strong growth in its power business but encounters margin pressure that offsets some gains and limits overall profitability improvement. Power segment expansion raises revenue outlook while margin compression caps net earnings upside and tempers valuation gains.
9 Sep
Argan reported impressive Q2 earnings, prompting questions over whether investors should purchase the stock. Strong quarterly earnings directly affect financial trajectory and investor sentiment.
Argan Inc. held Q2 2027 earnings call covering financial results, operations and forward outlook. Quarterly earnings call supplies performance data and guidance that can move near-term sentiment and valuation.
Argan, Inc. increases its quarterly dividend by 40% to $0.70 per common share. Dividend increase signals stronger cash returns to shareholders but leaves core operations and competitive position unchanged.
8 Sep
AGX shares fell 28.1% over the past month on growing concerns about backlog levels and margin pressures. Backlog and margin risks directly threaten revenue visibility and profitability for Argan.
Argan posted a Q2 earnings beat led by power segment strength while industrial margins stayed soft. Q2 beat signals power segment gains but soft industrial margins cap broader effects on company trajectory.
Argan, Inc. (AGX) posts surging growth yet faces elevated valuation that questions whether the stock merits purchase. Growth surge paired with high valuation may moderately sway Argan investor sentiment and near-term performance.
6 Sep
Argan, Inc. (AGX) reports stronger earnings and advances M&A initiatives, prompting questions over potential shifts in its strategic expansion narrative. Stronger earnings and M&A activity point to moderate effects on Argan's financial trajectory and market positioning.
5 Sep
Freedom Broker has turned bullish on Argan (AGX) after the company posted a record quarter. Broker upgrade after record results may lift near-term sentiment and share price without shifting long-term trajectory.
3 Sep
Argan stock rose after the company secured a major new contract boosting revenue outlook. New contract win directly improves revenue trajectory and investor sentiment.
Argan reported 53% power revenue growth supported by a $2.5B backlog, leaving open whether expansion can persist. Large backlog signals major future revenue visibility in core power operations.
Argan's Q2 earnings call highlighted the company's power pipeline and positive margin outlook. Q2 earnings call highlighted strong power pipeline and margin outlook directly affecting future performance.
Argan Inc posted record revenue with net income surging 62% in Q2 2027. Record revenue and 62% net income surge signals robust growth that can significantly lift future performance and investor sentiment.
Argan, Inc. (AGX) stock rose after the company posted Q2 earnings and revenue above expectations, with gross margin also increasing year over year. Q2 earnings and revenue beats with higher gross margins reflect stronger profitability that can lift near-term investor sentiment and share price.
Argan, Inc. released its Q2 2027 earnings call summary, covering financial results, operational updates, and forward guidance for the period. Quarterly earnings updates typically provide moderate insight into financial performance without triggering major strategic shifts.
Argan shares rise after Q2 earnings and revenue exceed estimates. Q2 earnings beat drives share gains with moderate expected influence on near-term performance.
2 Sep
Argan reported Q2 results during its earnings call, detailing revenue, backlog and project updates for the period. Quarterly earnings updates typically deliver moderate influence on near-term stock sentiment without altering long-term trajectory.
Argan, Inc. (AGX) posted Q2 earnings and revenues above analyst estimates. Q2 earnings beat provides positive signal on financial results but remains a routine quarterly update.
Argan, Inc. released second quarter fiscal 2027 financial results. Quarterly results update key metrics that can shift near-term valuation and sentiment.
1 Sep
Argan (AGX) readies Q2 earnings release, directing investor attention to key financial metrics and operational updates expected in the report. Pre-earnings preview highlights standard quarterly results that typically drive short-term trading but rarely shift long-term company direction.
28 Aug
Argan, Inc. posted a 21% margin boost that raises prospects for sustained gains in profitability and investor returns. Margin expansion directly improves profitability metrics and can lift share price trajectory.
20 Aug
Argan reports power margin of 23.6 percent, prompting questions on sustainability of earnings upside. Power margin level and earnings sustainability questions signal moderate effects on financial performance outlook.
11 Aug
Argan may reach $2B revenues faster via larger EPC contracts. Larger EPC jobs would represent major strategic moves that could significantly boost Argan revenue trajectory.
5 Aug
Argan acquires ValCor to strengthen its New England presence. Acquisition expands operational footprint and market reach in a key region.