Is GENC a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC (GENC) receives a "Hold" rating with a composite score of 45.1/100. It is ranked #702 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 43/100, Value 45/100, Momentum 53/100. The timing signal is "Neutral". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for GENC?

GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC (GENC) has a "Hold" rating and 3-star score. The composite score of 45.1 ranks it #702 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is GENC in?

GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC operates in the Industrials sector (Machinery industry) with a market cap of $218 million. It is classified as a micro-cap stock.

Does GENC pay a dividend?

GENC does not currently pay a regular dividend. The company may be reinvesting profits for growth.

What is GENC's P/E ratio?

GENC has a trailing P/E ratio of 12.59x. The Industrials sector average is 28.3x. This below-average P/E may indicate the stock is undervalued.

How profitable is GENC?

GENC's quality factor score is 43/100. Gross margin: 28.1%. ROE: 8.0% vs sector average 8.9%. Margins are moderate to low, reflecting competitive market dynamics.

How is GENC valued compared to peers?

GENC's value factor score is 45/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 12.6x, EV/EBITDA 12.5x. Valuation is roughly in line with peers.

What is GENC's debt level?

GENC's debt-to-equity ratio is 6%. Sector average: 70%. Low leverage suggests conservative financial management.

GENC has a beta of 0.86, meaning it tracks the market. Stability score: 60/100.

Does GENC have high short interest?

GENC's short interest factor score is 29/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

GENC Stock Analysis: Top Micro-Cap Hold (Score 45.1/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
GENC	-1.78%	+2.99%	+3.61%	+19.44%	+34.96%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLI	-0.39%	+4.73%	+0.88%	+10.57%	+38.89%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	-1.71%	-0.61%	+3.28%	+19.81%	+5.44%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	-1.39%	-1.74%	+2.73%	+8.87%	-3.93%	-	-	-

Metric	GENC	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	12.6x	-56%
EV/EBITDA	12.5x	+119%
Price / Book	1.0x	-55%

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TNK TEEKAY TANKERS LTD.	62	50	97	71	6.4x	91.9%	67.0%	32.8%	-	0.0x	$2.5B	VS
TEN TSAKOS ENERGY NAVIGATION LTD	61	50	86	75	7.6x	42.1%	97.8%	22.6%	-	103.0x	$1.2B	VS
HAFN Hafnia Ltd	60	42	79	77	-	439.1%	48.5%	27.0%	-	0.0x	$3.8B	VS
TPH Tri Pointe Homes, Inc.	57	50	67	66	13.6x	8.8%	47.5%	7.9%	-26.0%	50.0x	$4.0B	VS
GLDD Great Lakes Dredge & Dock CORP	57	50	69	70	16.3x	13.5%	22.2%	8.1%	14.8%	73.0x	$1.1B	VS
SOBO South Bow Corp	57	39	79	66	22.0x	48.4%	82.3%	14.9%	-	219.0x	$6.8B	VS
IMPP Imperial Petroleum Inc./Marshall Islands	54	44	98	58	2.8x	47.7%	100.0%	34.0%	-19.7%	0.0x	$156M	VS
CCO Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc.	52	48	58	69	59.3x	-	53.4%	-0.3%	7.7%	-	$1.2B	VS
IMXI International Money Express, Inc.	52	50	73	52	11.6x	25.5%	0.0%	6.4%	-9.7%	221.0x	$476M	VS
GENC GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC	45	43	45	53	12.6x	8.0%	28.1%	14.2%	-7.7%	6.0x	$218M

Key Ratio	TTM	2026	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
Gross Margin %	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%
Operating Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
EBITDA Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%
Net Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
FCF Margin %	-	-	1.0%	-	-	-	-	32.5%	2.5%	-15.8%	5.6%
ROE %	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
ROA %	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
ROIC %	6.4%	1.1%	6.0%	5.5%	5.8%	2.0%	0.3%	3.5%	5.2%	8.0%	7.6%

Key Ratio

TTM

2026

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

Gross Margin %

0.3%

0.2%

0.3%

Operating Margin %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

EBITDA Margin %

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.2%

Net Margin %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

FCF Margin %

1.0%

32.5%

2.5%

-15.8%

5.6%

ROE %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

ROA %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

ROIC %

6.4%

1.1%

6.0%

5.5%

5.8%

2.0%

0.3%

3.5%

5.2%

8.0%

7.6%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
	$120M	$115M	$113M	$105M	$103M	$85M	$77M	$81M	$99M	$81M	$70M	$39M
	—	—	$82M	$76M	$83M	$67M	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$34M	$32M	$31M	$29M	$21M	$18M	$19M	$22M	$27M	$21M	$18M	$8M
Gross Margin	28.1%	27.5%	27.7%	27.6%	19.9%	21.3%	24.5%	27.6%	27.2%	26.3%	25.0%	19.1%
	—	—	$14M	$12M	$12M	$13M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Research & Development	—	$3M	$3M	$3M	$4M	$4M	$3M	$3M	$3M	$2M	$2M	$1M
Depreciation	—	$2M	—	—	—	—	$2M	$2M	$1M	$1M	$1M	$1M
Total Operating Expenses	—	—	$18M	$16M	$16M	$17M	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$17M	$14M	$14M	$13M	$4M	$701K	$6M	$9M	$14M	$10M	$8M	-$794K
EBIT	$17M	$14M	$14M	$13M	$4M	$701K	$6M	$9M	$14M	$10M	$8M	-$794K
EBITDA	$17M	$18M	$14M	$13M	$4M	$701K	$7M	$12M	$15M	$13M	$10M	-$3M
Operating Margin	14.1%	12.1%	12.1%	12.8%	4.0%	0.8%	7.1%	11.6%	14.1%	12.7%	11.2%	-2.0%
EBITDA Margin	14.4%	15.8%	12.1%	12.8%	4.0%	0.8%	9.2%	14.9%	15.1%	15.7%	14.3%	-7.8%
	—	—	$21M	$19M	-$2M	$7M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$5M	$6M	$4M	-$1M	$829K	$1M	$3M	$2M	$4M	$2M	-$2M
	$17M	$16M	$15M	$15M	$372K	$6M	$6M	$10M	$13M	$8M	$7M	-$2M
Net Margin	14.2%	13.6%	12.9%	14.0%	0.4%	6.8%	7.1%	12.5%	12.9%	10.4%	10.1%	-4.6%
	$0.23	$1.07	$0.99	$1.00	$-0.03	$0.40	$0.38	$0.70	$0.87	$0.58	$0.49	$-0.13
Diluted EPS	$0.23	$1.07	$0.99	$1.00	$-0.03	$0.39	$0.38	$0.70	$0.87	$0.58	$0.49	$-0.13
Weighted Avg Basic	—	—	—	15M	15M	15M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	—	—	15M	15M	15M	—	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

$120M

$115M

$113M

$105M

$103M

$85M

$77M

$81M

$99M

$81M

$70M

$39M

—

$82M

$76M

$83M

$67M

—

$34M

$32M

$31M

$29M

$21M

$18M

$19M

$22M

$27M

$21M

$18M

$8M

Gross Margin

28.1%

27.5%

27.7%

27.6%

19.9%

21.3%

24.5%

27.6%

27.2%

26.3%

25.0%

19.1%

—

$14M

$12M

$13M

—

Research & Development

—

$3M

$4M

$3M

$2M

$1M

Depreciation

—

$2M

—

$2M

$1M

Total Operating Expenses

—

$18M

$16M

$17M

—

$17M

$14M

$13M

$4M

$701K

$6M

$9M

$14M

$10M

$8M

-$794K

EBIT

$17M

$14M

$13M

$4M

$701K

$6M

$9M

$14M

$10M

$8M

-$794K

EBITDA

$17M

$18M

$14M

$13M

$4M

$701K

$7M

$12M

$15M

$13M

$10M

-$3M

Operating Margin

14.1%

12.1%

12.8%

4.0%

0.8%

7.1%

11.6%

14.1%

12.7%

11.2%

-2.0%

EBITDA Margin

14.4%

15.8%

12.1%

12.8%

4.0%

0.8%

9.2%

14.9%

15.1%

15.7%

14.3%

-7.8%

—

$21M

$19M

-$2M

$7M

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$5M

$6M

$4M

-$1M

$829K

$1M

$3M

$2M

$4M

$2M

-$2M

$17M

$16M

$15M

$372K

$6M

$10M

$13M

$8M

$7M

-$2M

Net Margin

14.2%

13.6%

12.9%

14.0%

0.4%

6.8%

7.1%

12.5%

12.9%

10.4%

10.1%

-4.6%

$0.23

$1.07

$0.99

$1.00

$-0.03

$0.40

$0.38

$0.70

$0.87

$0.58

$0.49

$-0.13

Diluted EPS

$0.23

$1.07

$0.99

$1.00

$-0.03

$0.39

$0.38

$0.70

$0.87

$0.58

$0.49

$-0.13

Weighted Avg Basic

—

15M

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

15M

—

GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC (GENC) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC Do?

Gencor Industries, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, designs, manufactures, and sells heavy machinery used in the production of highway construction materials and environmental control equipment. The company offers hot-mix asphalt plants to produce asphalt paving materials; related asphalt plant equipment, including hot-mix storage silos, fabric filtration systems, cold feed bins, and other plant components; and a range of mobile batch plants. It also provides combustion systems that transform solid, liquid, or gaseous fuels into usable energy, or burn multiple fuels in asphalt and aggregate drying industries; and combustion systems for rotary dryers, kilns, fume and liquid incinerators, and fuel heaters, as well as industrial incinerators. In addition, the company offers thermal fluid heat transfer systems that transfer heat for storage, heating, and pumping viscous materials, such as asphalt, chemicals, heavy oils, etc. in various industrial and petrochemical applications; specialty storage tanks for various industrial uses; and asphalt pavers under the Blaw-Knox brand. Gencor Industries, Inc. sells its products primarily to the highway construction industry through its sales representatives, and independent dealers and agents worldwide. The company was formerly known as Mechtron International Corporation and changed its name to Gencor Industries, Inc. in 1987. Gencor Industries, Inc. was founded in 1894 and is based in Orlando, Florida. GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC (GENC) is classified as a micro-cap stock in the Industrials sector, specifically within the Machinery industry. The company is led by CEO John E. Elliott and employs approximately 370 people, headquartered in ORLANDO, Florida. With a market capitalization of $218M, GENC is one of the notable companies in the Industrials sector.

GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC (GENC) Stock Rating — Hold (April 2026)

As of April 2026, GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC receives a Hold rating with a composite score of 45.1/100 and 3 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.GENC ranks #702 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Industrials sector, GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC ranks #120 of 752 stocks, placing it in the top quartile of its Industrials peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

GENC Stock Price and 52-Week Range

GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC (GENC) currently trades at $15.48. The stock lost $0.28 (1.8%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for GENC is $17.40, which means the stock is currently trading -11.0% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $10.80, putting the stock 43.3% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 22K shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is GENC Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC (GENC) carries a value factor score of 45/100 in the Blank Capital model, indicating fair valuation relative to historical norms. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 12.59x, compared to the Industrials sector average of 28.33x — a discount of 56%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 1.01x, versus the sector average of 2.23x. The price-to-sales ratio is 1.80x, compared to 0.50x for the average Industrials stock. On an enterprise value basis, GENC trades at 12.48x EV/EBITDA, versus 5.70x for the sector.

Overall, GENC's valuation appears roughly in line with sector benchmarks, suggesting the market is pricing the stock fairly given its current fundamentals and growth trajectory. Neither deep value nor significantly overpriced, the stock occupies a middle ground on valuation.

GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC (GENC) earns a quality factor score of 43/100, signaling below-average profitability metrics relative to the broader market. The return on equity (ROE) is 8.0%, compared to the Industrials sector average of 8.9%, which is below typical expectations for high-quality companies. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 7.5% versus the sector average of 3.3%.

On a margin basis, GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC reports gross margins of 28.1%, compared to 35.8% for the sector. The operating margin is 14.1% (sector: 6.2%). Net profit margin stands at 14.2%, versus 3.9% for the average Industrials stock. Revenue growth is running at -7.7% on a trailing basis, compared to 6.4% for the sector. Profitability is below benchmark levels, which may reflect industry headwinds, elevated reinvestment, or structural challenges.

GENC Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC has a debt-to-equity ratio of 6.0%, compared to the Industrials sector average of 70.0%. The low leverage indicates a conservative balance sheet with significant financial flexibility. The current ratio is 18.40x, indicating strong short-term liquidity.

GENC has a beta of 0.86, meaning it is roughly in line with the broader market in terms of price volatility. The stability factor score for GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC is 60/100, reflecting average volatility within the normal range for its sector.

GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC reported revenue of $120M and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.23. Net income for the quarter was $17M. Gross margin was 28.1%. Operating income came in at $17M.

In Q1 2026, GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC reported revenue of $24M and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.23. Net income for the quarter was $3M. Gross margin was 28.6%. Revenue grew -25.0% year-over-year compared to Q1 2025. Operating income came in at $3M.

In FY 2025, GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC reported revenue of $115M and earnings per share (EPS) of $1.07. Net income for the quarter was $16M. Gross margin was 27.5%. Revenue grew 2.0% year-over-year compared to FY 2024. Operating income came in at $14M.

In Q3 2025, GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC reported revenue of $27M and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.26. Net income for the quarter was $4M. Gross margin was 26.5%. Revenue grew 5.6% year-over-year compared to Q3 2024. Operating income came in at $3M.

Over the past 8 quarters, GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $26M to $120M. Investors analyzing GENC stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

GENC Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC (GENC) does not currently pay a dividend. This is common among smaller companies in the Machinery industry that prefer to reinvest cash flows into business expansion rather than returning capital to shareholders. Income-focused investors looking for Industrials dividend stocks may want to explore other Industrials stocks or use the stock screener to filter by dividend yield.

GENC Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC (GENC) has a momentum factor score of 53/100, reflecting neutral trend characteristics. The stock is neither significantly outperforming nor underperforming the broader market on a momentum basis. The investment factor score is 36/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 29/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

GENC vs Competitors — Industrials Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Industrials sector, GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC (GENC) ranks #120 out of 752 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places GENC in the top quartile of all Industrials stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include South Bow Corp (SOBO) with a score of 56.5/100, TSAKOS ENERGY NAVIGATION LTD (TEN) with a score of 61.4/100, Great Lakes Dredge & Dock CORP (GLDD) with a score of 56.7/100, Tri Pointe Homes, Inc. (TPH) with a score of 57.3/100, and Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. (CCO) with a score of 52.2/100.

Comparing GENC against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full GENC vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

GENC Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC (GENC) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy GENC? — Investment Thesis Summary

GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC presents a balanced picture with arguments on both sides. Low volatility (stability score 60/100) reduces downside risk.

In summary, GENCOR INDUSTRIES INC (GENC) earns a Hold rating with a composite score of 45.1/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on GENC stock.

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