McGrath RentCorp

McGrath RentCorp

MGRCยทNASDAQ

$106.93

-0.53%
IndustrialsRental & Leasing Services

McGrath RentCorp operates as a business to business rental company in the United States and internationally. It rents and sells relocatable modular buildings, portable storage containers, electronic test equipment and related accessories, and liquid and solid containment tanks and boxes. The company operates through four segments: Mobile Modular, TRS-RenTelco, Adler Tanks, and Enviroplex. The Mobile Modular segment rents and sells modular buildings designed for use as classrooms, temporary offices adjacent to existing facilities, sales offices, construction field offices, restroom buildings, health care clinics, child care facilities, office spaces, and various other purposes; and portable storage containers. The TRS-RenTelco segment rents and sells general purpose electronic test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, amplifiers, analyzers, signal source, and power source test equipment primarily to aerospace, defense, electronics, industrial, research, and semiconductor industries. It also provides communications test equipment, including network and transmission test equipment for various fiber, copper, and wireless networks to the manufacturers of communications equipment and products, electrical and communications installation contractors, field technicians, and service providers. The Adler Tanks segment rents fixed axle steel tanks for storing groundwater, wastewater, volatile organic liquids, sewage, slurry and bio sludge, oil and water mixtures, and chemicals; vacuum containers for sludge and solid materials; dewatering boxes for the separation of water contained in sludge and slurry; and roll-off and trash boxes for temporary storage and transportation of solid waste. The Enviroplex segment manufactures and sells portable classrooms directly to public school districts and other educational institutions in California. The company was incorporated in 1979 and is headquartered in Livermore, California.

At a Glance

Live Snapshot
Market Cap$2.63B
EPS6.3500
P/E Ratio16.52
Earnings Date07/23/2026

Intrinsic Alpha Methodology

Thesis Lenses

Signal ยท Driver ยท Risk

Signal

High confidence

Valuation multiple is mid-range (P/E 16.5).

Valuation inputs: P/E 16.5, earnings yield +6.1%, momentum -0.5%.

If multiples stay elevated while momentum fades, downside repricing risk rises.

Driver

High confidence

Return profile is strong (ROE +12.6%, ROIC +17.9%).

Profitability stack: net margin +16.6%, ROE +12.6%, ROIC +17.9%.

Quality deterioration often appears in margins before it shows up in headline EPS.

Risk

High confidence

Downside profile looks controlled across current risk inputs.

Risk factors: liabilities/assets +47.5%, momentum -0.5%, net margin +16.6%.

Higher leverage with weak momentum and thin margins can amplify drawdown severity.

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McGrath RentCorp Market vs Earnings Trajectory

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McGrath RentCorp Fair Value Envelope

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Our analysis suggests that MGRC has a fair value of HIDDEN per share in the Base Case projection. With shares currently trading at $106.93, this represents a potential HIDDEN relative to our calculated worth for McGrath RentCorp.

Intrinsic Value
Current Price: $106.93
3Y+34.0%
5Y+50.0%
10Y+297.0%
3Y+49.0%
5Y+65.0%
10Y+123.0%
3Y+36.0%
5Y+53.0%
10Y+309.0%
3Y+32.0%
5Y+42.0%
10Y+80.0%
3Y-2043.0%
5Y+163.0%
10Y+305.0%
3Y+38.0%
5Y+83.0%
10Y+106.0%
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McGrath RentCorp Profit Bridge

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Revenue944.24M
Cost of Goods Sold (509.39M)
Gross Profit434.84M
Operating Expenses (190.75M)
Operating Income244.09M
Interest Expense (30.62M)
Other Income/Expense-31.01M
Pretax Income213.08M
Income Tax (56.77M)
Net Income156.31M
Net Income
156.31M

Profitability Analysis

Gross Margin

46.1%

Strong gross margins indicate healthy pricing and efficient production or service delivery.

Operating Margin

25.9%

Outstanding operational efficiency. The company generates substantial profit from core operations.

Net Profit Margin

16.6%

Strong net margins indicate efficient operations and favorable tax/interest management.

Effective Tax Rate

26.6%

Higher tax burden may reflect limited tax optimization or operations in high-tax jurisdictions.

Profitability Insight

Exceptional profitability across all levels: Strong pricing power, efficient operations, and healthy bottom line indicate a high-quality business with sustainable competitive advantages.

46.05%
Gross Profit Margin
-4%
3Y+13.0%
5Y-
10Y+6.0%
25.85%
Operating Profit Margin
-4%
3Y+9.0%
5Y+5.0%
10Y+38.0%
16.55%
Net Profit Margin
-35%
3Y-9.0%
5Y-7.0%
10Y+84.0%
12.64%
Return on Equity
-39%
3Y-12.0%
5Y-15.0%
10Y+30.0%
6.63%
Return on Assets
-34%
3Y-2.0%
5Y-16.0%
10Y+98.0%
17.86%
Return on Invested Capital
112%
3Y+141.0%
5Y+95.0%
10Y+319.0%
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McGrath RentCorp Cash Conversion Engine

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Net Income156.31M
Depreciation & Amortization107.07M
Stock-Based Compensation11.22M
Change in Working Capital-10.03M
Others-42.34M
Capital Expenditures-44.38M
Free Cash Flow211.30M

Cash Flow Quality Analysis

FCF Conversion Rate

135.2%

Excellent cash generation. The company converts earnings to cash at or above 100%, indicating high-quality earnings.

CapEx Intensity

17.4%

Asset-light business model. Low capital requirements leave more cash available for shareholders and growth investments.

FCF Growth Trend

-36.8%

Significant FCF decline raises concerns. Urgent review needed of operational performance and capital allocation.

Working Capital Impact

-$10.03M

Minimal working capital impact on FCF. Changes in operating assets and liabilities well-managed.

Cash Flow Quality Insight

Asset-light with strong cash conversion: Low capital requirements combined with efficient cash generation creates significant shareholder value through dividends, buybacks, or strategic investments.

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McGrath RentCorp Funding & Solvency Profile

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Cash & Cash Equivalents2.36M
Net Receivables222.10M
Inventory11.14M
Other Current Assets0.00
Total Current Assets236 M
Property, Plant & Equipment1.68B
Goodwill & Intangible Assets376.54M
Long-Term Investments0.00
Other Non-Current Assets90.27M
Total Non-Current Assets2 B
Total Assets
2.38B

Financial Health Analysis

Current Ratio

0.84x

Warning: Liquidity concerns. Current assets may not be sufficient to cover short-term obligations.

Debt-to-Equity Ratio

0.92x

Balanced capital structure with moderate leverage. Equity exceeds debt, suggesting healthy financial stability.

Working Capital

-44868000

Negative working capital indicates short-term liabilities exceed short-term assetsโ€”potential liquidity stress.

Asset Composition

10% Current

Capital-intensive business with significant long-term investments in property, equipment, or intangibles.

Financial Health Insight

Negative working capital with limited cash reserves requires immediate attentionโ€”potential liquidity crisis if not addressed promptly.

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McGrath RentCorp Street Expectations Map

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Wall Street analysts project that MGRC stock may rise significantly over the coming 12 months. The consensus 1-year price target stands at 140.00, with estimates ranging from a low of 140.00 to a high of 140.00.

Lowest Target
140.00
30.93%
Consensus Target
140.00
30.93%
Highest Target
140.00
30.93%

The consensus 1-year price target stands at 140.00, with estimates ranging from a low of 140.00 to a high of 140.00.

Analyst Consensus Analysis

Upside Potential

+30.9%

Substantial upside potential. Analysts see significant value gap, suggesting the stock may be materially undervalued at current levels.

Analyst Agreement

0.0% spread

High analyst agreement. Narrow target range indicates strong consensus on valuation, suggesting clear investment thesis and predictable outlook.

Analyst Conviction

Very High

Strong buy conviction: High upside with tight consensus suggests compelling investment opportunity backed by analyst confidence.

Market Sentiment Insight

Rare opportunity: Exceptional upside potential with strong analyst consensus creates a compelling setup. The combination of significant price target premium and tight agreement suggests high-conviction undervaluation that may attract institutional capital.

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McGrath RentCorp Insider Positioning

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During the last 12 months, insiders have sold $2.20M worth of MGRC shares, with no buying activity reported.

3 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

10.1K

1.14M

Net Activity

-1.1M

-$1.14M

3-6 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

829

88.94K

Net Activity

-89K

-$89K

6-9 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

0

0.00

Net Activity

+0

+$0

9-12 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

7.8K

971.58K

Net Activity

-972K

-$972K

Top Buyers

No buying activity

Top Sellers

1
HJF

Hanna Joseph F

Director

15.4K sharesโ€ข2 transactions

$1.81M

2
BKA

Box Kimberly Ann

Director

1.5K sharesโ€ข1 transactions

$178K

3
MG

Malek Gilda

Officer: Svp, Chief Legal Officer

829 sharesโ€ข1 transactions

$89K

4
WDM

Whitney David M

Officer: Svp, Chief Accounting Officer

539 sharesโ€ข1 transactions

$62K

5
VTK

Van Trease Kristina

Officer: Chief Strategy Officer

539 sharesโ€ข1 transactions

$62K

Insider Activity Analysis

Net Insider Sentiment

Bearish

Strong bearish signal with $2.20M net selling. Heavy insider selling may indicate concerns about valuation or near-term prospects.

Buy/Sell Ratio

0.00:1

Very poor ratio. Heavy selling with minimal buying suggests insiders may be concerned about valuation or outlook.

Recent Trend (3 Months)

$1.14M

Heavy recent selling activity. Recent insider sales notably exceed purchasesโ€”may warrant investigation into company developments.

Insider Participation

High Selling

5 insider sellers vs. 0 buyers. Widespread selling across multiple insiders may signal concerns.

Insider Activity Insight

Multiple red flags: Heavy selling, numerous sellers, and continued recent selling create a concerning pattern. Investigate fundamental drivers and consider whether company guidance or industry conditions have deteriorated.

0.46%
Dividend Yield
3Y-8.0%
5Y-15.0%
10Y-45.0%
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mgrc Dividend History

MGRC
10Y CAGR +7%
Latest $0.495
Annual $2.435
5 year growth trend
Last Period: +2%