Plexus Corp. (PLXS)
NASDAQInformation TechnologyHardware, Equipment & PartsSnapshot 2026-09-09
$248.25-0.66%
Close 2026-09-09 · 1-day change
NASDAQInformation TechnologyHardware, Equipment & PartsSnapshot 2026-09-09
Intact: The reason to own it still holds.
Plexus grows revenue about 19% year over year, nearing $1.2 billion next quarter. Non-GAAP EPS rose to $2.05, with guidance targeting $2.1 next quarter. The company secured a $500 million credit line supporting cash flow. Profit margins and execution remain solid despite recent market selloff.
The recent 7% one-day stock drop shows investor concern. EPS guidance for next quarter is much lower at $1.33 versus recent $2.05 reported. The fragile quality rating and moderate risk suggest execution or margin pressure. Revenue growth could slow below 10%.
The stock trades about 17% above our fair value near $221, with analysts expecting 24% revenue growth. Our fair value is 22% below the Street median, reflecting caution on margin and EPS sustainability. The market prices in strong growth but recent guidance is weaker than past results.
Breaks if: cash flow weakens or credit facility is withdrawn
Breaks if: EPS falls below $1.8 next quarter
revenue falls below $1.1 billion next quarter
This is not a price target or investment advice.
A long-form read on the 1–3 year hold thesis. It updates when the weekly evidence changes.
This investment represents a durable compounder with a focus on revenue growth and margin expansion. The current thesis state is intact, supported by strong recent financial performance despite some fragility in earnings quality.
The market appears to have priced in a neutral valuation, with PLXS seen as cheap compared to its peers. There is a slight expectations gap, indicating that the market may not fully reflect the potential for continued revenue growth and margin improvement.
Management is on track to sustain robust revenue growth and expand operating margins. However, free cash flow generation is mixed, which could affect cash cycle efficiency in the near term.
The thesis hinges on management's ability to maintain revenue growth and margin expansion, as well as external factors like potential Federal Reserve rate cuts and performance of sector bellwethers. Guidance cuts could negatively impact sentiment.
The most important moves since the prior daily snapshot.
Yes, our read has strengthened. The latest earnings beat supports this improved outlook. There are no current threats impacting the thesis.
as of 2026-09-09
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Aim to achieve revenue between $1.2 billion and $1.25 billion in the upcoming quarter.
Overall, PLXS presents a multi-year view with strong fundamentals but moderate risks. Not investment advice.