(GNTX) Gentex - Ratings and Ratios

Exchange: NASDAQ • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US3719011096

GNTX: Mirrors, Windows, Alarms, Detectors, Electronics

Gentex Corporation (NASDAQ: GNTX) is a leading global supplier of high-tech automotive and fire protection products. With a market capitalization of $5.7 billion, the company operates at the intersection of automotive innovation and safety, offering a diverse portfolio of products that enhance vehicle functionality and occupant safety.

The company’s Automotive Products segment is its core business, accounting for the majority of its revenue. Gentex designs and manufactures a wide range of automotive products, including interior and exterior electrochromic automatic-dimming rearview mirrors, which are a key component in modern vehicles. These mirrors reduce glare from following vehicles, improving driver visibility and safety. The company also produces automotive electronics and non-automatic-dimming rearview mirrors for passenger cars, light trucks, SUVs, and vans. These products are sold to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), automotive suppliers, and aftermarket customers.

Gentex’s product portfolio extends beyond automotive applications. The company supplies variable dimmable windows to aircraft manufacturers and operators, offering solutions for light control in aviation. In addition, Gentex has a significant presence in the fire protection industry through its Other segment. It manufactures photoelectric smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, and signaling devices used in commercial and residential fire detection systems. These products are sold directly to distributors, electrical wholesalers, and OEMs of fire protection systems.

Globally, Gentex operates in key markets such as the United States, Germany, Japan, Mexico, and South Korea. The company’s international presence reflects its commitment to serving a diverse customer base. Gentex has also invested in research and development to expand its offerings, including nanofiber chemical sensing products, which have potential applications in various industries.

Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Zeeland, Michigan, Gentex has established itself as a reliable partner for automotive and fire safety solutions. The company’s financial metrics, such as a P/E ratio of 14.24 and a forward P/E of 12.61, indicate a stable valuation. With a price-to-book ratio of 2.30 and a price-to-sales ratio of 2.41, Gentex offers investors a balance of growth and profitability in the automotive and safety sectors.

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GNTX Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 5,769m
Sector Consumer Cyclical
Industry Auto Parts
GiC Sub-Industry Automotive Parts & Equipment
IPO / Inception 1990-03-26

GNTX Stock Ratings

Growth 5y -5.32%
Fundamental 63.7%
Dividend 44.0%
Rel. Strength Industry -37.7
Analysts 3.91/5
Fair Price Momentum 19.59 USD
Fair Price DCF 35.62 USD

GNTX Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 2.20%
Yield on Cost 5y 2.87%
Annual Growth 5y 0.21%
Payout Consistency 99.1%

GNTX Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m -89.8%
Growth Correlation 12m -89.4%
Growth Correlation 5y 21.8%
CAGR 5y 3.08%
CAGR/Max DD 5y 0.09
Sharpe Ratio 12m -0.87
Alpha -39.14
Beta 0.56
Volatility 29.26%
Current Volume 1971.9k
Average Volume 20d 2050.2k
What is the price of GNTX stocks?
As of March 16, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 24.31 with a total of 1,971,895 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by -4.25%, over one month by -0.69%, over three months by -19.50% and over the past year by -31.29%.
Is Gentex a good stock to buy?
Yes, based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, Gentex (NASDAQ:GNTX) is currently (March 2025) a good stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 63.73 and therefor a positive outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of GNTX as of March 2025 is 19.59. This means that GNTX is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of -19.42%.
Is GNTX a buy, sell or hold?
Gentex has received a consensus analysts rating of 3.91. Therefor, it is recommend to buy GNTX.
  • Strong Buy: 4
  • Buy: 2
  • Hold: 5
  • Sell: 0
  • Strong Sell: 0
What are the forecast for GNTX stock price target?
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, GNTX Gentex will be worth about 21.5 in March 2026. The stock is currently trading at 24.31. This means that the stock has a potential downside of -11.72%.
Issuer Forecast Upside
Wallstreet Target Price 31.9 31.1%
Analysts Target Price 35 44.1%
ValueRay Target Price 21.5 -11.7%