Cadre Holdings, Inc. (CDRE) — Stock Score Summary

Cadre Holdings, Inc. (CDRE) has a MoatMap StockRank of 22/100 based on Quality (61/100), Value (30/100), and Momentum (17/100) factor scores. The current signal is SELL. Cadre Holdings is a high-quality niche manufacturer of safety and survivability equipment with sticky government and law enforcement relationships. Its domestic manufacturing footprint and mission-critical products benefit from the broader trend of localized, resilient supply chains for national security. It boasts high ROIC and strong pricing power, but near-term government budget cycles warrant a cautious entry.

Cadre Holdings is a premier global manufacturer and distributor of safety and survivability equipment for first responders, federal agencies, and military personnel. The company's portfolio includes highly recognized brands in body armor, duty gear, and explosive ordnance disposal equipment, characterized by long-term government contracts and high customer retention. Its competitive moat is built on proprietary, life-saving technologies and strict regulatory certifications that create high barriers to entry.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$29.19
Market Cap$1.4B
P/E (TTM)36.00
P/E (Forward)21.15
Price/Book3.85
Return on Equity11.3%
Return on Invested Capital11.2%
Debt/Equity115.94
Gross Margin42.1%
Operating Margin8.9%
Revenue Growth19.5%
Dividend Yield1.3%
Free Cash Flow$24M

Cadre Holdings, Inc. operates in the Aerospace & Defense industry, part of the Industrials sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cadre Holdings, Inc.’s (CDRE) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Cadre Holdings, Inc. (CDRE) is 22/100, with a Sell signal. It is a composite of Quality (61), Value (30), and Momentum (17) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Cadre Holdings, Inc. have an economic moat?
Cadre Holdings, Inc. (CDRE) has a Quality factor score of 61/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is Cadre Holdings, Inc. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Cadre Holdings, Inc. (CDRE) is Sell, based on a StockRank of 22/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is Cadre Holdings, Inc. in?
Cadre Holdings, Inc. (CDRE) operates in the Industrials sector, specifically the Aerospace & Defense industry (United States).