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Verdict
Quantitative factor alignment verified for current market regime.
Quant Score
Rank
#190
Positioning
Market Dominance
Services
Business Services
$4.0B
Bruce L. Caswell
Maximus, Inc. provides business process services (BPS) to government health and human services programs. The U.S. Services segment offers various BPS solutions, such as program administration, appeals and assessments, and related consulting works. The Federal Services segment provides centralized citizen engagement centers and support services.
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X-AXIS: EV/EBITDA (LOWER = CHEAPER) | Y-AXIS: ROE (HIGHER = ELITE) | RED CIRCLE = MMS ANALYSIS TARGET
| Stock | Rating | Score▼ | Quality | Value | Momentum | P/E | EV/EBITDA | ROE | ROA | Gross Mgn | Op Mgn | Net Mgn | Rev Growth | Div Yield | D/E | Mkt Cap | AUDIT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$YALA Yalla Group Ltd | 75 | 89 | 99 | 80 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$GRVY GRAVITY Co., Ltd. | 75 | 82 | 96 | 71 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ISSC INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS & SUPPORT INC | 73 | 81 | 88 | 94 | 25.0x | 14.1x | 17.1% | 10.3% | 35.5% | 14.6% | 10.1% | 105.2% | 0.0% | 41.0x | $244M | VS | |
$AER AerCap Holdings N.V. | 72 | 60 | 87 | 84 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$HCSG HEALTHCARE SERVICES GROUP INC | 72 | 74 | 88 | 88 | 7.1x | 6.1x | 28.9% | 20.8% | 20.8% | 9.9% | 9.3% | 8.5% | 0.0% | 1.0x | $1.2B | VS | |
$LQDT LIQUIDITY SERVICES INC | 72 | 90 | 88 | 68 | 24.9x | 14.3x | 14.1% | 8.3% | 45.7% | 8.5% | 6.2% | 28.1% | 0.0% | 0.0x | $736M | VS | |
$TRTNpA Triton International Ltd | 71 | 70 | 89 | 70 | - | 1.7x | 0.0% | - | 97.4% | 58.0% | 37.4% | - | 8.8% | 264.0x | $2.5B | VS | |
$EDU New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. | 71 | 83 | 52 | 77 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$NTES NetEase, Inc. | 71 | 88 | 93 | 68 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$UTI UNIVERSAL TECHNICAL INSTITUTE INC | 70 | 86 | 86 | 72 | 43.2x | 16.0x | 15.3% | 5.8% | 100.0% | 6.9% | 5.2% | 15.1% | 0.0% | 24.0x | $1.8B | VS | |
$MMS MAXIMUS, INC. | 67 | 83 | 92 | 70 | 11.9x | 7.1x | 19.6% | 8.0% | 24.2% | 10.1% | 6.2% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 145.0x | $4.0B | ||
| SECTOR BENCH | - | - | - | - | - | 23.7x | 11.7x | 5.7% | 2.4% | 64.6% | 4.5% | 2.8% | 8.6% | 0.0% | 0.3x | - | REF |
MAXIMUS, INC. (MMS) receives a "Buy" rating with a composite score of 67.1/100. It ranks #190 out of 7,333 stocks in our coverage universe and carries a 4-star rating. Ratings are driven by a 6-factor quantitative model measuring quality, value, momentum, investment, stability, and short interest.
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Headcount
39.5K
HQ Base
Reston, Virginia
Outperforming peers — winners tend to keep winning over 3-12 months
Trading at a discount to fundamentals — favorable entry valuation
High profitability & efficiency — strong quality floor supports entry
Low volatility — smoother ride and historically better risk-adjusted returns
Moderate investment profile
Top-rated overall — multiple factors aligned for strong entry
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Relative valuation derived from Services sector benchmarks. Model weights: EV/EBITDA (40%), P/B (35%), P/S (25%). Re-calculated daily.
Projection based on user-defined inputs. Re-calculated daily against current market data.
Reverse DCF Framework — Mauboussin Methodology
Institutional-grade Reverse DCF analysis. This model identifies the growth hurdles embedded in current market prices. When implied growth is significantly lower than historical or projected rates, a margin of safety may exist. Re-audited daily.
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View All Ratings| Factor | Global | Sector | Tilt |
|---|---|---|---|
| PROFITABILITY | 83 | 96 | -13DRAG |
| MOMENTUM | 70 | 80 | -10DRAG |
| VALUATION | 92 | 97 | -5NEUTRAL |
| INVESTMENT | 53 | 89 | -36DRAG |
| STABILITY | 78 | 85 | -7DRAG |
| SHORT INT | 52 | 57 | -5NEUTRAL |
Global = full universe. Sector = relative to industry peers. Positive tilt indicates idiosyncratic strength.
ROE proxy 19.6% (sector 5.7%)
GM 24% vs sector 65%, OM 10% vs sector 5%
Capital turnover N/A
Rev growth 2%, 11yr history
Interest coverage N/A
Composite assessment of profitability, capital efficiency, and financial strength. Top-tier entities demonstrate sustainable cash flow generation and elite competitive moats.
Profit generated per dollar of shareholder equity
Efficiency of asset utilization
Pricing power and cost efficiency
Core business profitability
Bottom-line profitability
The Quality factor evaluates the persistence and magnitude of realized cash flows. Companies with scores >70 exhibit superior pricing power and structural financial resilience through diverse economic regimes.
Our uncertainty rating tracks the predictability of future cash flows and potential for permanent capital loss. Moderate visibility with standard industry cyclicality.
We rate MAXIMUS, INC. (MMS) as a Buy with a composite score of 67.1/100 at a current price of $73.25. The stock scores above average across the majority of our quantitative factors and ranks #190, reflecting a favorable risk-reward profile.
MAXIMUS, INC. holds an above-average position (#21 of 50) within the Services sector, based on our composite quantitative scoring across quality, value, momentum, and stability factors. The composite score of 67.1/100 places it at rank #190 in our full universe.
The near-term outlook is constructive, with revenue growing at 2% and momentum in the 70th percentile confirming positive market sentiment. The combination of strong top-line growth and favorable price dynamics suggests the company is executing well on its growth strategy.
No Moat
Medium
Standard
Undervalued
Returns on equity of 19.6% exceed cost of capital.
Value factor score of 92 suggests attractive pricing.
Positive momentum indicates institutional accumulation.
Leverage of 145% D/E amplifies downside risk.
Vulnerability to macroeconomic shocks and interest rate volatility.
MAXIMUS, INC. represents a buy based on multi-factor quantitative performance.
MAXIMUS, INC. receives a Buy rating with a composite score of 67.1/100 and 4 out of 5 stars, ranking #190 of 7,333 stocks in our universe. MMS displays a favorable combination of factors that positions it above the majority of the market. While not without risk, the quantitative profile supports a constructive outlook.
MMS earns a quality score of 83/100, indicating above-average business quality. The company reports a return on equity of 19.6% (sector avg: 5.7%), gross margins of 24.2% (sector avg: 64.6%), net margins of 6.2% (sector avg: 2.8%). Companies in this tier generally demonstrate consistent profitability and efficient capital deployment, though they may face some competitive pressure.
From a valuation perspective, MMS scores an exceptional 92/100, indicating the stock trades at a deep discount relative to its fundamentals. Key valuation metrics include a P/E ratio of 11.92x, an EV/EBITDA of 7.13x, a P/B ratio of 2.34x. A value score this high suggests the market may be significantly underpricing the company's earnings power, assets, or cash flow generation.
With an investment score of 53/100, MMS exhibits moderate growth-oriented spending. Key growth metrics include revenue growth of 2.3% vs. a sector average of 8.6% and a return on assets of 8.0% (sector: 2.4%). The company appears to be balancing growth investments with capital returns, though the pace of investment may not be enough to accelerate top-line growth meaningfully.
MMS shows strong momentum characteristics with a score of 70/100. The stock has been trending above key moving averages, indicating solid demand from institutional buyers. Revenue growth stands at 2.3% year-over-year, while a beta of 0.46 reflects its sensitivity to broader market moves. This level of momentum typically signals sustained investor confidence and favorable near-term price action.
MMS shows good financial stability with a score of 78/100. Key stability metrics include a beta of 0.46 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 145.00x (sector avg: 0.3x). This suggests manageable leverage and moderate price volatility, making it appropriate for investors seeking a balance between growth potential and capital preservation.
The short interest score of 52/100 for MMS suggests somewhat elevated bearish positioning by institutional traders. Specific risk factors include elevated leverage (D/E: 145.00x). With a $4.0B market cap (mid-cap), MAXIMUS, INC. may experience above-average volatility. Investors should consider whether the short thesis has merit or if it creates a potential short-squeeze opportunity.
MMS offers a modest dividend yield of 1.7%. While the income contribution is relatively small, even a small dividend signals management's commitment to shareholder returns and can serve as a signal of financial discipline.
MAXIMUS, INC. is a mid-cap company in the Services sector, ranked #21 of 50 in its sector (58th percentile) and #190 of 7,333 overall (97th percentile). Key comparisons include ROE of 19.6% exceeding the 5.7% sector median and operating margins of 10.1% above the 4.5% sector average. This above-median position indicates MMS is outperforming a majority of its Services peers, though there is room to close the gap with sector leaders.
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Short Int. (52) is the limiting factor — improvement here would lift the composite score most.
RANK #21 OF 50 IN CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY
EV/EBITDA 39% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN (FAVORABLE)
ROE 242% ABOVE SECTOR MEDIAN (FAVORABLE)
Gross Margin 63% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Above 50MA
37.18%
Net New Highs
+51081
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