CTSTechnology · Electronic ComponentsTicker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 97 of 100 as at 1 Aug 2026 — among the strongest tenth. The factors read stronger than the Street's target implies. That gap is the story on this page.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores CTS Corp. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested
Issuance (97): The share count has been shrinking and the company is not leaning on new borrowing.
Growth (53): Sales and profits are flat, shrinking, or growing more slowly than they were.
Size (37): Larger than most of the companies we track — more scrutinised, less often mispriced.
The rank is the raw material. Whether the rules would actually own CTS Corp. — and when they’d sell — is the membership.
The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on CTS, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Feb 2024 | Sidoti & Co. | Downgrade | Neutral | $46 |
| 27 Oct 2023 | Stephens & Co. | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
| 26 July 2023 | Stephens & Co. | Reiterates | Equal-Weight | — |
| 8 Feb 2023 | Stephens & Co. | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
| 22 Nov 2022 | Jefferies | Initiates | Hold | — |
| 2 June 2022 | Sidoti & Co. | Downgrade | Neutral | — |
| 31 Jan 2022 | Sidoti & Co. | Upgrade | Buy | — |
| 14 Oct 2021 | Cowen & Co. | Downgrade | Market Perform | — |
| 11 Oct 2019 | Stephens & Co. | Initiates | Equal-Weight | — |
| 22 May 2019 | Cowen & Co. | Initiates | Outperform | — |
| 5 May 2018 | B. Riley FBR | Initiates | Buy | — |
| 10 Nov 2016 | B. Riley FBR | Initiates | Buy | — |
| 10 Nov 2016 | B. Riley Securities | Initiates | Buy | — |
| 29 Nov 2012 | Keybanc | Initiates | Hold | — |
| 29 Nov 2012 | KeyBanc | Initiates | Hold | — |
| 25 Apr 2012 | Barrington Research | Maintains | Outperform | — |
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.
A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.
Cheaper than 30% of US stocks
Cheaper than 39% of US stocks
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Cheaper than 26% of US stocks
Higher than 47% of US stocks
Higher than 41% of US stocks
Higher than 53% of US stocks
Higher than 77% of US stocks
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Higher than 70% of US stocks
Higher than 86% of US stocks
Higher than 4% of US dividend payers
Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.
The nearest names by industry and size, scored by the same model — like for like.
Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.
Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. CTS appears on the weeks it earns a place.
CTS Corporation was upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) by Zacks Investment Research, reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects.
Why it matters — The upgrade signals increased confidence in CTS's earnings outlook, which could influence how investors view the stock.
CTS Corporation held its Q2 2026 earnings call, and a transcript of the call was published by Seeking Alpha.
Why it matters — A CTS watcher would care because earnings call transcripts provide detailed commentary on the company's quarterly financial performance and outlook.
CTS reported second-quarter 2026 revenue growth and record adjusted profitability, driven by expansion in its diversified end markets, while transportation sales declined modestly.
Why it matters — The results show CTS achieving record profitability despite a modest decline in its transportation segment, highlighting the benefit of its diversified market exposure.
CTS reported Q2 earnings of $0.74 per share, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.61 per share and up from $0.57 per share a year ago.
Why it matters — The better-than-expected quarterly results indicate CTS's earnings performance exceeded analyst forecasts and showed year-over-year growth.
CTS Corporation announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2026 on July 28, 2026.
Why it matters — The announcement provides a periodic update on the company's financial performance and operational results.
As at 1 Aug 2026, CTS Corp. ranks 97 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Issuance (97 of 100).
No analyst covering CTS Corp. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for CTS are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $65 to $65 over the next 12 months.
CTS Corp. returned +70.3% over the 12 months to 3 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Cts Corporation is a leading designer and manufacturer specializing in electronic components and sensors. With its diverse range of products, Cts Corporation caters to multiple industries, including the automotive, aerospace, defense, and industrial sectors, providing mission-critical solutions that enhance performance and reliability.
The most recent item we track (Zacks Investment Research, 30 July 2026): "CTS (CTS) Upgraded to Buy: What Does It Mean for the Stock?". CTS Corporation was upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) by Zacks Investment Research, reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects.
Cts Corporation is a leading designer and manufacturer specializing in electronic components and sensors. With its diverse range of products, Cts Corporation caters to multiple industries, including the automotive, aerospace, defense, and industrial sectors, providing mission-critical solutions that enhance performance and reliability. The company's product portfolio includes sensors, actuators, and electronic components that are integral in advanced communication, control, and signal processing applications. Cts Corporation plays a pivotal role in the technology supply chain, ensuring that complex systems in modern vehicles and industrial equipment function smoothly and efficiently. Based in the United States, the company leverages decades of technical expertise to support its global customer base, helping industries meet the evolving technological demands. Cts Corporation's influence signifies the importance of robust and precise electronic systems as industries strive for efficiency and innovation in the global market landscape.
CEO Mr. Pratik Trivedi · 3,549 employees · United States · https://www.ctscorp.com