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The Descartes Systems Group Inc. · Technology · Canada · $6.2B · Avg Vol: $37M/d

68
StockRank
Q
76
V
42
M
38
P/E (TTM)
36.3x
ROE
11.4%
D/E
0.0x
Dividend %
AI CONVICTION THESIS

Descartes Systems Group operates the Global Logistics Network, a classic Nick Sleep 'destination business' with powerful network effects and high switching costs. As global supply chains undergo structural localization and face persistent geopolitical friction, the complexity of routing, customs compliance, and multi-modal logistics skyrockets. Descartes' asset-light, high-margin software model is a direct beneficiary of this complexity, allowing them to compound earnings with minimal capital reinvestment.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

The Descartes Systems Group Inc. offers cloud-based, on-demand software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions designed to improve the productivity, performance, and security of logistics-intensive businesses. The company's platform provides a comprehensive suite of modules covering routing, scheduling, customs, and freight management, leveraging its extensive global logistics network. It stands as a market leader in logistics technology, enabling companies worldwide to optimize their supply chain operations and enhance efficiency.

FINANCIAL SUMMARY

Year2023202420252026CAGR
Revenue486M573M651M729M14.5%
EPS1.211.361.681.9116.4%
Shares85M85M86M86M+1.4%
Debt7M7M8M8M4.5%
Equity1.1B1.2B1.4B1.6B13.8%
Op CF192M208M219M266M11.4%
Inv CF-122M-148M-297M-157M
Fin CF-5M-15M-4M5M
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PRICE (1M)-0.2%
66.3169.6973.0876.4679.85May 1May 22Jun 12
SMA 50SMA 200
Close
$72.97
RSI (14)
53.2
52W High
$109.00
From 52W High
0.7%

SCORE BREAKDOWN

Quality
76
ROIC
13.0%72.2
ROE
11.4%64.3
GP/Assets
30.8%70.2
Op. Margin
32.9%93.9
FCF/Assets
14.2%88.8
Piotroski
79.6
Int. Cover
50.0x87.6
D/E Ratio
0.00x93.7
Current Ratio
2.05x51.9
Value
42
P/E (TTM)
36.3x48.5
EV/EBITDA
18.5x43.4
P/FCF
23.0x56.3
P/B
3.8x42.0
P/S
8.3x23.5
Div Yield
N/A
Momentum
38
52W High %
67%37.3
RS 6M
-30%36.8
SMA 50/200
0.88x20.9
EPS Rev 4W
N/A
EPS Rev 12W
N/A
EPS Improve
+62%40.2
Q Growth
34%59.8

FUNDAMENTALS

Market Cap
$6.2B
P/E (Forward)
22.4x
Gross Margin
77.3%

SECTOR PEERS

Closest peers in Technology, ranked by industry match, size, and score similarity. Cross-listings of DSGX are excluded.

TickerCompanyMkt CapStockRankSignal
DSGXThe Descartes Systems Group Inc.(you)$6.2B68BUY
OTEXOpen Text Corporation$5.7B83STRONG BUY
KXS.TOKinaxis Inc.$2.9B78BUY
LMN.VLumine Group Inc.$3.9B47HOLD
LSPD.TOLightspeed Commerce Inc.$1.3B58HOLD
CSU.TOConstellation Software Inc.$42.2B52HOLD
DCBODocebo Inc.$457M74BUY
TCS.TOTecsys Inc.$395M73BUY
ENGH.TOEnghouse Systems Limited$695M96STRONG BUY
CMG.TOComputer Modelling Group Ltd.$214M76BUY

Peer medians: ROE 7.3% · P/E 37.0x · Gross margin 48.0%

The Descartes Systems Group Inc. (DSGX) — Stock Score Summary

The Descartes Systems Group Inc. (DSGX) has a MoatMap StockRank of 68/100 based on Quality (76/100), Value (42/100), and Momentum (38/100) factor scores. The current signal is BUY. Descartes Systems Group operates the Global Logistics Network, a classic Nick Sleep 'destination business' with powerful network effects and high switching costs. As global supply chains undergo structural localization and face persistent geopolitical friction, the complexity of routing, customs compliance, and multi-modal logistics skyrockets. Descartes' asset-light, high-margin software model is a direct beneficiary of this complexity, allowing them to compound earnings with minimal capital reinvestment.

The Descartes Systems Group Inc. offers cloud-based, on-demand software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions designed to improve the productivity, performance, and security of logistics-intensive businesses. The company's platform provides a comprehensive suite of modules covering routing, scheduling, customs, and freight management, leveraging its extensive global logistics network. It stands as a market leader in logistics technology, enabling companies worldwide to optimize their supply chain operations and enhance efficiency.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$72.97
Market Cap$6.2B
P/E (TTM)36.30
P/E (Forward)22.44
Price/Book3.85
Return on Equity11.4%
Return on Invested Capital13.0%
Debt/Equity0.50
Gross Margin77.3%
Operating Margin32.9%
Revenue Growth14.7%
Free Cash Flow$268M

The Descartes Systems Group Inc. operates in the Software - Application industry, part of the Technology sector (Canada).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Descartes Systems Group Inc.’s (DSGX) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for The Descartes Systems Group Inc. (DSGX) is 68/100, with a Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (76), Value (42), and Momentum (38) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does The Descartes Systems Group Inc. have an economic moat?
The Descartes Systems Group Inc. (DSGX) has a Quality factor score of 76/100. 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 The Descartes Systems Group Inc. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for The Descartes Systems Group Inc. (DSGX) is Buy, based on a StockRank of 68/100. 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 The Descartes Systems Group Inc. in?
The Descartes Systems Group Inc. (DSGX) operates in the Technology sector, specifically the Software - Application industry (Canada).