Is NVEC a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, NVE CORP /NEW/ (NVEC) receives a "Hold" rating with a composite score of 42.6/100. It is ranked #775 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 50/100, Value 43/100, Momentum 47/100. The timing signal is "Bullish". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for NVEC?

NVE CORP /NEW/ (NVEC) has a "Hold" rating and 3-star score. The composite score of 42.6 ranks it #775 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is NVEC in?

NVE CORP /NEW/ operates in the Technology sector (Electronic Equipment industry) with a market cap of $330 million. It is classified as a small-cap stock.

Does NVEC pay a dividend?

Yes, NVEC pays a dividend with a current yield of 6.74%. For every $1,000 invested, you would receive approximately $67.40 in annual dividend income.

What is NVEC's P/E ratio?

NVEC has a trailing P/E ratio of 25.96x. The Technology sector average is 45.3x. This P/E is in a moderate range relative to the broader market.

How profitable is NVEC?

NVEC's quality factor score is 50/100. Gross margin: 80.4%. ROE: 22.9% vs sector average -1.4%. High margins suggest pricing power and competitive moats.

How is NVEC valued compared to peers?

NVEC's value factor score is 43/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 26.0x, EV/EBITDA 24.4x. Valuation is roughly in line with peers.

What is NVEC's debt level?

NVEC's debt-to-equity ratio is 3%. Sector average: 43%. Low leverage suggests conservative financial management.

NVEC has a beta of 1.20, meaning it amplifies market moves. Stability score: 56/100.

Does NVEC have high short interest?

NVEC's short interest factor score is 3/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

NVEC Stock Analysis: Top Small-Cap Hold (Score 42.6/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
NVEC	+0.71%	+10.58%	+12.39%	+29.13%	+37.47%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLK	+0.39%	+4.88%	+2.05%	-0.94%	-26.62%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	+0.78%	+6.98%	+12.05%	+29.49%	+7.94%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	+0.32%	+5.70%	+10.34%	+30.06%	+64.09%	-	-	-

Metric	NVEC	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	26.0x	-43%
EV/EBITDA	24.4x	+91%
Price / Book	5.9x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
VRSN VERISIGN INC/CA	56	79	59	40	30.7x	-41.1%	88.0%	50.6%	8.3%	-87.0x	$23.0B	VS
IHS IHS Holding Ltd	55	42	63	63	-	-616.0%	48.0%	-96.1%	-	365.0x	$2.8B	VS
LHX L3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES, INC. /DE/	55	50	52	66	37.5x	9.0%	25.5%	8.1%	10.3%	110.0x	$66.1B	VS
ESP ESPEY MFG & ELECTRONICS CORP	53	48	44	71	25.8x	12.8%	29.0%	17.1%	-11.7%	66.0x	$169M	VS
NYAX Nayax Ltd.	52	38	46	78	-	-13.6%	44.6%	-1.8%	-	30.0x	$2.2B	VS
ESE ESCO TECHNOLOGIES INC	52	49	40	69	65.6x	7.4%	40.8%	10.4%	16.3%	9.0x	$7.6B	VS
INTT INTEST CORP	52	50	32	72	-	-3.2%	43.1%	-3.1%	-22.8%	46.0x	$179M	VS
KARO Karooooo Ltd.	49	50	72	53	-	117.1%	69.5%	20.3%	-	10.0x	$1.6B	VS
MTC MMTec, Inc.	47	32	40	96	-	-1,370.8%	81.6%	-4,879.7%	-	120.0x	$136M	VS
CCLD CareCloud, Inc.	47	38	71	60	12.4x	18.5%	48.0%	9.6%	10.6%	47.0x	$154M	VS
NVEC NVE CORP /NEW/	43	50	43	47	26.0x	22.9%	80.4%	56.3%	-7.9%	3.0x	$330M

Key Ratio	TTM	2026	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
Gross Margin %	0.8%	0.8%	0.8%	0.8%	0.8%	0.8%	0.8%	0.8%	0.8%	0.8%	0.8%
Operating Margin %	0.6%	0.6%	0.6%	0.6%	0.7%	0.6%	0.6%	0.6%	0.6%	0.6%	0.6%
EBITDA Margin %	0.6%	0.6%	0.6%	0.6%	0.7%	0.6%	0.6%	0.6%	0.6%	0.7%	0.7%
Net Margin %	0.6%	0.5%	0.6%	0.6%	0.6%	0.5%	0.5%	0.6%	0.5%	0.5%	0.5%
FCF Margin %	-	-	-	-	-	-	62.3%	62.3%	53.5%	48.7%	41.9%
ROE %	0.2%	0.1%	0.2%	0.3%	0.3%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%
ROA %	0.2%	0.1%	0.2%	0.3%	0.3%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%
ROIC %	19.2%	5.1%	20.3%	22.3%	30.2%	20.0%	16.7%	17.5%	16.6%	17.8%	16.3%

Key Ratio

TTM

2026

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

Gross Margin %

0.8%

Operating Margin %

0.6%

0.7%

0.6%

EBITDA Margin %

0.6%

0.7%

0.6%

0.7%

Net Margin %

0.6%

0.5%

0.6%

0.5%

0.6%

0.5%

FCF Margin %

62.3%

53.5%

48.7%

41.9%

ROE %

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

0.3%

0.2%

0.1%

ROA %

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

0.3%

0.2%

0.1%

ROIC %

19.2%

5.1%

20.3%

22.3%

30.2%

20.0%

16.7%

17.5%

16.6%

17.8%

16.3%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
	$24M	$26M	$30M	$38M	$27M	$21M	$25M	$26M	$30M	$28M	$28M	$31M
	—	$4M	$7M	$8M	$6M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$19M	$22M	$23M	$30M	$21M	$17M	$21M	$21M	$24M	$22M	$21M	$25M
Gross Margin	80.4%	83.6%	77.3%	78.9%	76.8%	80.7%	80.8%	80.3%	79.0%	78.5%	76.1%	80.3%
	—	—	—	—	$1M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Research & Development	—	$4M	$3M	$3M	$3M	$3M	$4M	$4M	$4M	$3M	$3M	$3M
Depreciation	—	—	—	—	$215K	$543K	$550K	$705K	$980K	$1M	$851K	$934K
Total Operating Expenses	—	$6M	$5M	$5M	$4M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$14M	$16M	$19M	$26M	$16M	$13M	$16M	$16M	$18M	$17M	$16M	$19M
EBIT	$14M	$16M	$19M	$26M	$16M	$13M	$16M	$16M	$18M	$17M	$16M	$19M
EBITDA	$14M	$16M	$19M	$26M	$17M	$13M	$16M	$17M	$19M	$19M	$17M	$20M
Operating Margin	59.6%	61.8%	62.1%	67.0%	60.5%	59.6%	61.1%	60.2%	61.8%	61.6%	58.8%	62.9%
EBITDA Margin	59.6%	61.8%	62.1%	67.0%	61.3%	62.2%	63.2%	62.8%	65.1%	65.6%	61.8%	66.0%
	—	$18M	$20M	$27M	$17M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$3M	$3M	$4M	$3M	$3M	$3M	$3M	$6M	$6M	$6M	$7M
	$13M	$15M	$17M	$23M	$15M	$12M	$15M	$15M	$14M	$13M	$12M	$14M
Net Margin	56.3%	58.2%	57.5%	59.3%	53.8%	54.7%	57.2%	54.8%	46.6%	45.7%	44.4%	47.0%
	$0.70	$3.12	$3.54	$4.70	$3.00	$2.42	$3.00	$3.00	$2.87	$2.68	$2.53	$2.96
Diluted EPS	$0.70	$3.11	$3.54	$4.70	$3.00	$2.42	$3.00	$3.00	$2.87	$2.68	$2.53	$2.96
Weighted Avg Basic	—	5M	5M	5M	5M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	5M	5M	5M	5M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

$24M

$26M

$30M

$38M

$27M

$21M

$25M

$26M

$30M

$28M

$31M

—

$4M

$7M

$8M

$6M

—

$19M

$22M

$23M

$30M

$21M

$17M

$21M

$24M

$22M

$21M

$25M

Gross Margin

80.4%

83.6%

77.3%

78.9%

76.8%

80.7%

80.8%

80.3%

79.0%

78.5%

76.1%

80.3%

—

$1M

—

Research & Development

—

$4M

$3M

$4M

$3M

Depreciation

—

$215K

$543K

$550K

$705K

$980K

$1M

$851K

$934K

Total Operating Expenses

—

$6M

$5M

$4M

—

$14M

$16M

$19M

$26M

$16M

$13M

$16M

$18M

$17M

$16M

$19M

EBIT

$14M

$16M

$19M

$26M

$16M

$13M

$16M

$18M

$17M

$16M

$19M

EBITDA

$14M

$16M

$19M

$26M

$17M

$13M

$16M

$17M

$19M

$17M

$20M

Operating Margin

59.6%

61.8%

62.1%

67.0%

60.5%

59.6%

61.1%

60.2%

61.8%

61.6%

58.8%

62.9%

EBITDA Margin

59.6%

61.8%

62.1%

67.0%

61.3%

62.2%

63.2%

62.8%

65.1%

65.6%

61.8%

66.0%

—

$18M

$20M

$27M

$17M

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$3M

$4M

$3M

$6M

$7M

$13M

$15M

$17M

$23M

$15M

$12M

$15M

$14M

$13M

$12M

$14M

Net Margin

56.3%

58.2%

57.5%

59.3%

53.8%

54.7%

57.2%

54.8%

46.6%

45.7%

44.4%

47.0%

$0.70

$3.12

$3.54

$4.70

$3.00

$2.42

$3.00

$2.87

$2.68

$2.53

$2.96

Diluted EPS

$0.70

$3.11

$3.54

$4.70

$3.00

$2.42

$3.00

$2.87

$2.68

$2.53

$2.96

Weighted Avg Basic

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

NVE CORP /NEW/ (NVEC) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does NVE CORP /NEW/ Do?

NVE Corporation develops and sells devices that use spintronics, a nanotechnology that relies on electron spin to acquire, store, and transmit information in the United States and internationally. The company manufactures spintronic products, including sensors and couplers for use in acquiring and transmitting data. Its products comprise standard sensors to detect the presence of a magnetic or metallic material to determine position or speed primarily for the factory automation market; and custom and medical sensors for medical devices to replace electromechanical magnetic switches. The company also offers spintronic couplers for industrial Internet of Things market. In addition, it engages in the research and development, and licensing of spintronic magnetoresistive random access memory technology. NVE Corporation was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. NVE CORP /NEW/ (NVEC) is classified as a small-cap stock in the Technology sector, specifically within the Electronic Equipment industry. The company is led by CEO Daniel A. Baker and employs approximately 50 people, headquartered in EDEN PRAIRIE, Minnesota. With a market capitalization of $330M, NVEC is one of the notable companies in the Technology sector.

NVE CORP /NEW/ (NVEC) Stock Rating — Hold (April 2026)

As of April 2026, NVE CORP /NEW/ receives a Hold rating with a composite score of 42.6/100 and 3 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.NVEC ranks #775 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Technology sector, NVE CORP /NEW/ ranks #75 of 584 stocks, placing it in the top quartile of its Technology 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%).

NVEC Stock Price and 52-Week Range

NVE CORP /NEW/ (NVEC) currently trades at $76.55. The stock gained $0.48 (0.6%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for NVEC is $82.30, which means the stock is currently trading -7.0% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $51.50, putting the stock 48.6% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 19K shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is NVEC Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

NVE CORP /NEW/ (NVEC) carries a value factor score of 43/100 in the Blank Capital model, indicating fair valuation relative to historical norms. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 25.96x, compared to the Technology sector average of 45.27x — a discount of 43%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 5.93x, versus the sector average of 3.16x. The price-to-sales ratio is 14.57x, compared to 1.06x for the average Technology stock. On an enterprise value basis, NVEC trades at 24.44x EV/EBITDA, versus 12.79x for the sector.

Overall, NVEC'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.

NVE CORP /NEW/ Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

NVE CORP /NEW/ (NVEC) earns a quality factor score of 50/100, indicating solid business quality with consistent operational execution. The return on equity (ROE) is 22.9%, compared to the Technology sector average of -1.4%, which demonstrates strong shareholder value creation. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 22.2% versus the sector average of -1.0%.

On a margin basis, NVE CORP /NEW/ reports gross margins of 80.4%, compared to 50.9% for the sector. The operating margin is 59.6% (sector: -0.5%). Net profit margin stands at 56.3%, versus -1.5% for the average Technology stock. Revenue growth is running at -7.9% on a trailing basis, compared to 14.2% for the sector. The overall profitability profile is adequate, though there may be room for margin expansion.

NVEC Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

NVE CORP /NEW/ has a debt-to-equity ratio of 3.0%, compared to the Technology sector average of 43.0%. The low leverage indicates a conservative balance sheet with significant financial flexibility. The current ratio is 34.84x, indicating strong short-term liquidity.

NVEC has a beta of 1.20, meaning it is more volatile than the broader market — a $10,000 investment in NVEC would be expected to move 20.5% more than the S&P 500 on any given day. The stability factor score for NVE CORP /NEW/ is 56/100, reflecting average volatility within the normal range for its sector.

NVE CORP /NEW/ Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, NVE CORP /NEW/ reported revenue of $24M and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.70. Net income for the quarter was $13M. Gross margin was 80.4%. Operating income came in at $14M.

In Q3 2026, NVE CORP /NEW/ reported revenue of $6M and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.70. Net income for the quarter was $3M. Gross margin was 78.6%. Revenue grew 22.9% year-over-year compared to Q3 2025. Operating income came in at $4M.

In Q2 2026, NVE CORP /NEW/ reported revenue of $6M and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.68. Net income for the quarter was $3M. Gross margin was 78.3%. Revenue grew -6.1% year-over-year compared to Q2 2025. Operating income came in at $4M.

In Q1 2026, NVE CORP /NEW/ reported revenue of $6M and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.74. Net income for the quarter was $4M. Gross margin was 80.6%. Revenue grew -10.0% year-over-year compared to Q1 2025. Operating income came in at $4M.

Over the past 8 quarters, NVE CORP /NEW/ has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $7M to $24M. Investors analyzing NVEC stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

NVEC Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

NVE CORP /NEW/ (NVEC) currently pays a dividend yield of 6.7%. At this yield, a $10,000 investment in NVEC stock would generate approximately $$674.00 in annual dividend income. With a net margin of 56.3%, the dividend appears well-covered by earnings, suggesting sustainable payouts going forward.

NVEC Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

NVE CORP /NEW/ (NVEC) has a momentum factor score of 47/100, 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 3/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

NVEC vs Competitors — Technology Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Technology sector, NVE CORP /NEW/ (NVEC) ranks #75 out of 584 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places NVEC in the top quartile of all Technology stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include IHS Holding Ltd (IHS) with a score of 55.0/100, VERISIGN INC/CA (VRSN) with a score of 56.0/100, ESCO TECHNOLOGIES INC (ESE) with a score of 51.7/100, CareCloud, Inc. (CCLD) with a score of 46.9/100, and MMTec, Inc. (MTC) with a score of 47.4/100.

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

NVEC Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for NVE CORP /NEW/ (NVEC) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy NVEC? — Investment Thesis Summary

NVE CORP /NEW/ presents a balanced picture with arguments on both sides.

In summary, NVE CORP /NEW/ (NVEC) earns a Hold rating with a composite score of 42.6/100 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 NVEC stock.

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