Business Snapshot
- Revenue TrendStable
- Profitability TrendImproving
- Balance Sheet StrengthModerate
- Cash GenerationModerate
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Melrose Industries PLC, together with its subsidiaries, designs and delivers aerospace components and systems for civil and defence markets in the United Kingdom, rest of Europe, North America, and internationally. The company operates through Engines and Structures segments. The company is listed on the LSE in UK, operating in the Industrials sector, with a market capitalisation of 6.79B, and a P/E ratio of 21.7x.
The scoring profile indicates moderate reward potential, with growth and valuation as the leading contributors. Risk indicators are elevated — volatility and macro sensitivity warrant consideration.
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Heavily institutionalized with minimal insider ownership may indicate limited management alignment.
Insiders own 0.2%, which points to limited direct management ownership.
Institutions own 88.2%, showing very high professional investor participation.
Public float is 11.6%, which suggests concentrated ownership and tighter liquidity.
Our reward rating analyses MRO's potential upside using 5 weighted factors. Each factor is scored 0-100, then combined using the weights shown below.
Growth measures the company's ability to expand its business over time through revenue, earnings, and cash flow generation.
MRO scored 70/100 for growth — blending a 3-year historical track record (60%) with analyst forward estimates (40%). Historical revenue has been declining (-21.9% CAGR), a headwind. Forward: analysts forecast 38.8% revenue growth next year, EPS expected to grow 24.1%. Overall this is a compelling growth profile that justifies attention from growth-oriented investors.
Momentum is assessed relative to the FTSE 100 benchmark where available. Relative outperformance is a stronger signal than absolute return alone.
Insufficient price history to assess momentum. Score defaulted to neutral (50).
Profitability examines both the current margin level and margin expansion trends. High and expanding margins indicate pricing power and operational efficiency.
MRO scores 42/100 for profitability, assessed sector-relative on margins and via absolute thresholds for capital efficiency. Gross margin of 18.6% is 59% below the sector average of 45% — suggesting below-average pricing power or higher input costs vs peers. Net margin of 10.3% sits 3% above the sector norm of 10%. FCF conversion of 35% is low — reported earnings may overstate true cash generation. Profitability is modest — margin improvement is the key lever to unlock higher returns.
Valuation is scored sector-relative — each metric is compared against the typical multiple for this industry, so a high P/E in Healthcare is judged differently to a high P/E in Energy. PEG and Price/FCF use absolute thresholds.
MRO received a valuation score of 55/100 using sector-relative scoring. A PEG of 0.85 is the standout — the stock is undervalued relative to its own growth rate. Its Forward P/E of 14.7x is 18% below the sector average of 18x. EV/EBITDA of 9.8x sits 18% below the sector norm of 12x. Price/FCF of 53.0x is elevated, meaning the cash yield is modest. Leverage is moderate at 2.0x Net Debt/EBITDA. Overall the stock trades broadly in line with sector norms.
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The reward rating and analysis shown above are based on historical financial data and quantitative metrics, provided for informational and educational purposes only. This is not financial advice and should not be interpreted as a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any security. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Always conduct your own research or consult a qualified financial adviser before making investment decisions.
Our risk rating assesses MRO's downside potential using 4 weighted factors. Each factor is scored 0-100 (higher = riskier), then combined using the weights shown below.
Financial Solvency measures the company's ability to service and repay its debt obligations. Five sub-metrics are weighted to produce the composite score.
MRO has a financial solvency risk score of 68/100. This represents moderate leverage that warrants monitoring. Interest coverage of 4.7x is adequate but not comfortable. Net debt/EBITDA of 2.0x is within the manageable range. Debt has changed +35% over the last 3 years. The balance sheet is stable in normal conditions but could face stress in a downturn. Watch coverage ratios and free cash flow trends.
Operational Quality measures bottom-line efficiency, cash generation, capital productivity, and margin consistency — four equally weighted signals of business model resilience.
MRO scores 51/100 for operational quality, indicating elevated operational risk. The company shows a strong net margin of 10.3%, positive FCF margin of 3.6%. Key concerns: weak capital efficiency with 2.8% Cash ROA; moderate margin variance of ±13.3pp over 3 years. Overall the business is viable but not without risk. Investors should monitor whether margins are improving or deteriorating quarter on quarter.
Volatility measures price instability, worst-case drawdowns, and sensitivity to broader market moves.
MRO has a volatility risk score of 50/100. This represents moderate-to-elevated volatility — above average but manageable. Investors should expect periodic double-digit declines but can ride them out with patience.
Size factor captures existential risk. Smaller companies have higher failure rates, less diversification, and greater vulnerability to shocks.
MRO has a market cap of £6.8B (Mid Cap), resulting in a size risk score of 35/100. As a large-cap company, it has minimal size-related risk. Large companies benefit from scale, diversified operations, established brands, and easier access to capital. While not immune to failure, they have resources to navigate challenges and lower statistical failure rates. Size provides stability and reduces existential risk, though it may limit explosive growth potential.
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The risk rating and analysis shown above are based on historical financial data and quantitative metrics, provided for informational and educational purposes only. This is not financial advice and should not be interpreted as a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any security. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Always conduct your own research or consult a qualified financial adviser before making investment decisions.
Forward-looking estimates from the analyst community for MRO.
Reported revenue for the last 5 years, followed by low, consensus, and high analyst revenue estimates for the next two years. Consensus revenue implies +9.0% YoY growth tight ranges on revenue estimates
Low, consensus, and high analyst EPS estimates for the next two fiscal years. Consensus EPS implies +24.1% YoY growth moderate dispersion on EPS estimates