(RGR) Sturm Ruger - Ratings and Ratios

Exchange: NYSE • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US8641591081

RGR: Rifles, Pistols, Revolvers, Firearms, Accessories, Castings

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc., a leading U.S.-based firearms manufacturer, has been a cornerstone in the industry since its founding in 1949. Headquartered in Southport, Connecticut, the company operates through two distinct segments: Firearms and Castings. Under the iconic Ruger brand, it produces a wide array of firearms, including single-shot, autoloading, bolt-action, and modern sporting rifles, as well as rimfire and centerfire pistols, single and double-action revolvers, and a range of accessories and replacement parts. Additionally, the company manufactures lever-action rifles under the Marlin brand, further diversifying its product portfolio. Beyond firearms, Sturm Ruger also produces steel investment castings and metal injection molding (MIM) parts, showcasing its versatility in precision manufacturing.

The companys distribution strategy is equally multifaceted. Its firearm products are primarily sold through independent wholesale distributors to the commercial sporting market. Meanwhile, its castings and MIM parts are sold directly or through manufacturers representatives. On the international front, Sturm Ruger exports its firearm products through a network of selected commercial distributors and directly to foreign customers, with a significant portion of these sales going to law enforcement agencies and foreign governments. This diversified approach underscores the companys ability to cater to both domestic and global markets, ensuring a robust revenue stream.

Looking ahead, Sturm Rugers future outlook can be analyzed through the lens of its financial metrics. With a market capitalization of $668.44 million and a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 23.01, the company is valued at a premium, reflecting investor confidence in its profitability. The price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 1.89 suggests that the market values the company slightly above its book value, indicating a reasonable valuation given its historical performance. The price-to-sales (P/S) ratio of 0.91 highlights efficient revenue generation relative to its market value. Furthermore, a return on equity (RoE) of 9.56% points to moderate profitability, though it leaves room for improvement. As the firearms industry continues to navigate regulatory challenges and shifting consumer preferences, Sturm Rugers ability to adapt and innovate will be critical in sustaining its competitive edge. Its diversified product lines and strong distribution networks provide a solid foundation, but future growth will likely depend on its capacity to balance tradition with innovation and its ability to capitalize on emerging market opportunities.

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RGR Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 661m
Sector Industrials
Industry Aerospace & Defense
GiC Sub-Industry Leisure Products
IPO / Inception 1993-05-14

RGR Stock Ratings

Growth 5y -37.3%
Fundamental 10.9%
Dividend 3.20%
Rel. Strength -23.7
Analysts 5/5
Fair Price Momentum 38.10 USD
Fair Price DCF 47.81 USD

RGR Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 1.75%
Yield on Cost 5y 1.79%
Annual Growth 5y -36.17%
Payout Consistency 68.7%

RGR Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m 78.7%
Growth Correlation 12m -85.7%
Growth Correlation 5y -66.3%
CAGR 5y 0.05%
CAGR/Max DD 5y 0.00
Sharpe Ratio 12m -0.84
Alpha -19.54
Beta 0.437
Volatility 24.53%
Current Volume 77.5k
Average Volume 20d 129.8k
What is the price of RGR stocks?
As of April 03, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 39.22 with a total of 77,467 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by -0.83%, over one month by -0.57%, over three months by +13.18% and over the past year by -12.91%.
Is Sturm Ruger a good stock to buy?
Neither. Based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, Sturm Ruger is currently (April 2025) neither a good nor a bad stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 10.89 and therefor a neutral outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of RGR as of April 2025 is 38.10. This means that RGR is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of -2.86%.
Is RGR a buy, sell or hold?
Sturm Ruger has received a consensus analysts rating of 5.00. Therefor, it is recommend to buy RGR.
  • Strong Buy: 1
  • Buy: 0
  • Hold: 0
  • Sell: 0
  • Strong Sell: 0
What are the forecast for RGR stock price target?
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, RGR Sturm Ruger will be worth about 41.8 in April 2026. The stock is currently trading at 39.22. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +6.55%.
Issuer Forecast Upside
Wallstreet Target Price 46 17.3%
Analysts Target Price 46 17.3%
ValueRay Target Price 41.8 6.6%