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Verdict
Quantitative factor alignment verified for current market regime.
Quant Score
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#3325
Positioning
Market Dominance
Manufacturing
Machinery
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David M. Johnson
Westport Fuel Systems Inc. engages in engineering, manufacturing, and supplying alternative fuel systems and components for use in transportation applications. The company operates through Original Equipment Manufacturer and Independent Aftermarket segments. Its products and services are used for passenger cars, light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks; and cryogenics and hydrogen applications.
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$UL UNILEVER PLC | 78 | 96 | 98 | 59 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ASML ASML HOLDING NV | 77 | 89 | 86 | 83 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ESLT ELBIT SYSTEMS LTD | 76 | 81 | 87 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$MT ArcelorMittal | 75 | 71 | 98 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$AMAT APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE | 75 | 85 | 87 | 84 | 20.9x | 13.6x | 32.9% | 20.5% | 48.8% | 30.6% | 24.4% | 7.7% | 0.9% | 32.0x | $148.6B | VS | |
$SIMO Silicon Motion Technology CORP | 75 | 84 | 86 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$CODA Coda Octopus Group, Inc. | 74 | 83 | 90 | 79 | 16.3x | 11.9x | 7.4% | 7.5% | 68.3% | 19.5% | 18.2% | 29.0% | 0.0% | 0.0x | $84M | VS | |
$GSK GSK plc | 74 | 84 | 90 | 70 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$EFXT Enerflex Ltd. | 74 | 80 | 91 | 83 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$BUD Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV | 74 | 84 | 97 | 63 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$WPRT WESTPORT FUEL SYSTEMS INC. | 42 | 53 | 32 | 24 | - | - | -63.8% | -30.0% | 19.1% | -8.2% | -7.2% | - | - | 25.0x | $0 | ||
| SECTOR BENCH | - | - | - | - | - | 22.3x | 11.5x | -1.9% | 0.9% | 44.1% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 6.7% | 0.0% | 0.2x | - | REF |
WESTPORT FUEL SYSTEMS INC. (WPRT) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 41.7/100. It ranks #3325 out of 7,333 stocks in our coverage universe and carries a 2-star rating. Ratings are driven by a 6-factor quantitative model measuring quality, value, momentum, investment, stability, and short interest.
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Lagging peers — losers tend to keep underperforming
Expensive relative to fundamentals — limited margin of safety
Average quality profile
Average volatility — neutral timing signal
Moderate investment profile
Mid-range overall rating
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Relative valuation derived from Manufacturing sector benchmarks. Model weights: EV/EBITDA (40%), P/B (35%), P/S (25%). Re-calculated daily.
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View All Ratings| Factor | Global | Sector | Tilt |
|---|---|---|---|
| PROFITABILITY | 53 | 50 | +3NEUTRAL |
| MOMENTUM | 24 | 12 | +12ALPHA |
| VALUATION | 32 | 21 | +11ALPHA |
| INVESTMENT | 57 | 97 | -40DRAG |
| STABILITY | 53 | 49 | +4NEUTRAL |
| SHORT INT | 22 | 8 | +14ALPHA |
Global = full universe. Sector = relative to industry peers. Positive tilt indicates idiosyncratic strength.
ROE proxy -63.8% (sector -1.9%)
GM 19% vs sector 44%, OM -8% vs sector 3%
Capital turnover N/A, R&D intensity 7.1%
Rev growth N/A, 9yr history
Interest coverage -8.8x
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
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Pricing power and cost efficiency
Core business profitability
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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 WESTPORT FUEL SYSTEMS INC. (WPRT) as a Reduce with a composite score of 41.7/100 at a current price of $2.05. The quantitative profile shows weakness across multiple dimensions, suggesting limited upside potential.
WESTPORT FUEL SYSTEMS INC. holds a top-quartile position (#0 of 50) within the Manufacturing sector, based on our composite quantitative scoring across quality, value, momentum, and stability factors. The composite score of 41.7/100 places it at rank #3325 in our full universe.
No Moat
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Fair Value
Stable competitive position in a defensive sector.
Weak momentum suggests persistent institutional selling pressure.
Vulnerability to macroeconomic shocks and interest rate volatility.
WESTPORT FUEL SYSTEMS INC. represents a reduce based on multi-factor quantitative performance.
WESTPORT FUEL SYSTEMS INC. receives a Reduce rating from our analysis, with a composite score of 41.7/100 and 2 out of 5 stars, ranking #3325 out of 7,333 stocks. WPRT's factor profile shows weakness across multiple dimensions, suggesting the stock may underperform going forward. Existing holders may want to consider trimming positions or tightening stop-losses.
With a quality score of 53/100, WPRT shows adequate but unremarkable business quality. The company reports a return on equity of -63.8% (sector avg: -1.9%), gross margins of 19.1% (sector avg: 44.1%), net margins of -7.2% (sector avg: 1.0%). This suggests the company generates acceptable returns but may lack the competitive positioning or operational efficiency to stand out from peers.
With a value score of 32/100, WPRT appears somewhat expensive relative to its fundamentals. Key valuation metrics include a P/B ratio of 0.26x. Investors paying a premium here are likely betting on above-average growth or margin expansion to justify current prices.
With an investment score of 57/100, WPRT exhibits moderate growth-oriented spending. Key growth metrics include a return on assets of -30.0% (sector: 0.9%). 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.
WESTPORT FUEL SYSTEMS INC. is experiencing notably weak momentum with a score of just 24/100. The stock has underperformed its peers and is trending below major moving averages. Revenue growth data is not currently available, while a beta of 1.21 reflects its sensitivity to broader market moves. While deep momentum weakness can occasionally present value opportunities, it often reflects deteriorating fundamentals or structural headwinds that may persist.
With a stability score of 53/100, WPRT exhibits average financial resilience. Key stability metrics include a beta of 1.21 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 25.00x (sector avg: 0.2x). While the balance sheet is not a major concern, the stock is subject to typical market volatility and may experience sharper drawdowns during risk-off episodes.
WESTPORT FUEL SYSTEMS INC.'s short interest score of 22/100 reveals significant bearish positioning, suggesting institutional investors are actively betting against the stock. Specific risk factors include above-average market sensitivity (beta: 1.21), elevated leverage (D/E: 25.00x), micro-cap liquidity risk. At $0 (micro-cap), WPRT carries meaningful risk and is best suited for investors with high risk tolerance who have thoroughly evaluated the bear thesis.
WESTPORT FUEL SYSTEMS INC. is a micro-cap company in the Manufacturing sector, ranked #0 of 50 in its sector (100th percentile) and #3325 of 7,333 overall (55th percentile). Key comparisons include ROE of -63.8% trailing the -1.9% sector median and operating margins of -8.2% below the 2.5% sector average. This top-quartile standing reflects exceptional competitive strength relative to Manufacturing peers.
While WPRT currently exhibits a REDUCE profile, superior opportunities exist within the MANUFACTURING sector. Our model identifies several "Strong Buy" candidates with higher quality scores and more attractive valuations among direct industry competitors.
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ROE 3256% ABOVE SECTOR MEDIAN (FAVORABLE)
Gross Margin 57% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Op. Margin 425% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
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Westport Fuel Systems Inc. has commenced production at its expanded Cambridge, Ontario facility and a new China Hydrogen Innovation Center in Changzhou. These facilities will ramp up production of GFI-branded high-pressure fuel system components for hydrogen and alternative fuels through Q1 2026. The strategic expansion aims to meet growing global demand, especially in China, for low-emission transport solutions.
RBC Capital has reiterated its "Sector Perform" recommendation for Westport Fuel Systems (WPRT). Analysts project a significant upside of 139.02% to an average price target of $4.28/share, with projected annual revenue growth of 75.91%. Institutional ownership has seen a slight decrease in the last quarter, yet the put/call ratio indicates a bullish outlook for the company.
Westport Fuel Systems Inc. (TSE:WPRT) has seen a 26% share price increase recently, but its stock is still down 45% over the last year. The company's low P/S ratio of 0.1x, significantly below the industry average, is attributed to a forecasted 66% annual revenue decline over the next three years. Despite a strong 141% revenue growth in the last year, the medium-term outlook remains negative, justifying its current valuation.
Westport Fuel Systems unveiled a new proprietary Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) solution for its HPDI™ high-pressure direct-injection platform, aiming to expand its application beyond Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) to CNG and Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) blends, particularly in North America. The company plans to begin field testing in 2026, targeting lower lifecycle costs, diesel-like performance, and reduced greenhouse gas emissions. This development seeks to leverage existing pipeline infrastructure and enhance the accessibility and economic advantages of HPDI technology.
Westport Fuel Systems Inc. reported its Q3 2025 earnings, with revenue of $1.6 million, a decrease from Q3 2024, reflecting the divestiture of its light-duty business. Elizabeth Owens, the new CFO, highlighted an increase in Cespira's revenue by 19% to $19.3 million, though Cespira continues to have negative gross profit due to needing higher volumes. The company is focusing on its heavy-duty and alternative fuel systems, with strategic moves to strengthen its balance sheet and expand into new markets like North America with its CNG solution.