Optex Systems Holdings Inc
Optex Systems Holdings Inc designs, develops, and delivers advanced electro-optical and infrared systems for defense and commercial applications, primarily serving the aerospace and defense industry.
Business. Optex Systems Holdings Inc (OPXS.O) is an aerospace and defense company that operates within the Industrial Goods sector. The firm is headquartered in the United States and is primarily listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange. Specific details regarding its operating segments and geographic revenue mix are not provided in the available data.
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Optex Systems Holdings Inc (OPXS.O) has recorded a series of notable new institutional holdings, marking the first analysis for this ticker with no prior basis for delta computation. The most significant addition involves an investor (ID 465) who established a position of 199,506 shares, valued at approximately $2.83 million, as of December 31, 2025. This represents the largest single stake among the newly reported holders, signaling initial institutional interest in the company's equity. Additional notable additions were detected across multiple reporting periods, further broadening the shareholder base. As of March 31, 2026, several investors initiated positions, including one holding 28,618 shares valued at $0.38 million (ID 487) and another with 25,857 shares valued at $0.34 million (ID 467). Smaller stakes were also established by investors holding between 1,645 and 16,454 shares during the same quarter, with values ranging from $0.03 million to $0.22 million. An earlier position was also noted from an investor (ID 466) who held 9,362 shares valued at $0.07 million as of June 30, 2024. These cumulative additions contribute to a total of 11 top holders currently identified for the company. The detection of these changes occurred on June 20, 2026, providing a snapshot of the evolving ownership structure over the preceding two years. The significance of these changes lies in the establishment of a foundational institutional presence for Optex Systems Holdings Inc. With zero analyst coverage and no index membership currently recorded, the emergence of these specific holders provides early visibility into the investor base. The data underscores a gradual accumulation of shares by distinct entities, offering a baseline for future monitoring of ownership concentration and potential market sentiment shifts.
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Optex Systems Holdings Inc (OPXS.O) is an aerospace and defense company that operates within the Industrial Goods sector. The firm is headquartered in the United States and is primarily listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange. Specific details regarding its operating segments and geographic revenue mix are not provided in the available data.
Optex Systems maintains a strong liquidity position with $6.39 million in cash and equivalents and a current ratio of 5.64, indicating a robust ability to meet short-term obligations. The company has no long-term debt, and its debt-to-equity ratio is 0.0, reflecting a conservative capital structure. Free cash flow of $5.16 million supports operational flexibility and potential reinvestment.
Profitability metrics show a return on equity (ROE) of 21.19% and a return on assets (ROA) of 17.12%, both exceeding the typical thresholds for the aerospace and defense industry. The company's operating margin of 15.33% (calculated from operating income of $6.33 million on revenue of $41.34 million) is in line with industry norms, suggesting efficient cost management and pricing power.
Geographically, Optex Systems' revenue is concentrated in the United States, with no disclosed international segments. The company's business is primarily driven by defense contracts, which are subject to government budget cycles and procurement timelines. This concentration increases exposure to shifts in defense spending and policy changes.
The company's revenue growth outlook for the current fiscal year is positive, with a projected increase of 12.5% year-over-year. This growth is supported by a $12.06 million gross profit margin and a $6.33 million operating income, indicating strong demand for its electro-optical systems. Analysts have set a mean price target of $16.10, suggesting a potential upside of 43.5% from the current market price of $11.22.
Risk factors include the potential for dilution, although the current assessment indicates low dilution risk. The company has no immediate filing-based liquidity or dilution flags, and its capital structure remains stable with no long-term debt. However, the aerospace and defense industry is subject to geopolitical and regulatory risks, including changes in defense budgets and export controls.
Recent events include the filing of the latest financial report, which disclosed strong cash flow generation and no long-term debt. The company has not issued any new shares in the past 12 months, and there are no indications of near-term dilution pressure. Analysts have issued one "buy" recommendation and no "strong buy" or "hold" ratings, reflecting cautious optimism about the company's growth prospects.
Optex Systems Holdings Inc (OPXS.O) has recorded a series of notable new institutional holdings, marking the first analysis for this ticker with no prior basis for delta computation. The most significant addition involves an investor (ID 465) who established a position of 199,506 shares, valued at approximately $2.83 million, as of December 31, 2025. This represents the largest single stake among the newly reported holders, signaling initial institutional interest in the company's equity. Additional notable additions were detected across multiple reporting periods, further broadening the shareholder base. As of March 31, 2026, several investors initiated positions, including one holding 28,618 shares valued at $0.38 million (ID 487) and another with 25,857 shares valued at $0.34 million (ID 467). Smaller stakes were also established by investors holding between 1,645 and 16,454 shares during the same quarter, with values ranging from $0.03 million to $0.22 million. An earlier position was also noted from an investor (ID 466) who held 9,362 shares valued at $0.07 million as of June 30, 2024. These cumulative additions contribute to a total of 11 top holders currently identified for the company. The detection of these changes occurred on June 20, 2026, providing a snapshot of the evolving ownership structure over the preceding two years. The significance of these changes lies in the establishment of a foundational institutional presence for Optex Systems Holdings Inc. With zero analyst coverage and no index membership currently recorded, the emergence of these specific holders provides early visibility into the investor base. The data underscores a gradual accumulation of shares by distinct entities, offering a baseline for future monitoring of ownership concentration and potential market sentiment shifts.
- Optex Systems has a strong liquidity position with $6.39 million in cash and a current ratio of 5.64.
- The company's ROE of 21.19% and ROA of 17.12% indicate strong profitability relative to industry norms.
- Revenue is concentrated in the United States, with no disclosed international segments, increasing exposure to domestic defense spending.
- Analysts project a 12.5% revenue growth for the current fiscal year, supported by a $12.06 million gross profit margin.
- The company has no long-term debt and a low dilution risk, with a mean price target of $16.10 suggesting a 43.5% upside potential.
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- No immediate filing-based liquidity or dilution flags were detected.
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- President · Performance Shares → Common StockAcquired 50 000grant · 2025-12-18
- CFO · Performance Shares → Common StockAcquired 17 500grant · 2025-12-18
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- Optex Systems Holdings Inc Market data — financials · 2026-05-28
- Optex Systems Holdings Inc Market data — analyst estimates · 2026-05-28
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- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$3M
- Institutional Investor · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$1M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$0M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$1M
- Investment Managers · as of 2025-12-310,00 %$3M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$0M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$0M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$0M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$0M
- Investment Managers · as of 2024-06-300,00 %$0M
- Institutional Investor · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$0M
Insider activity
- Director, CEO and President · COMMON STOCKSold 7 035 @ $13,62$96K · 2026-03-11
- Director, 10% owner · COMMON STOCKSold 2 815 @ $13,55$38K · 2026-01-08
- Director, 10% owner · COMMON STOCKSold 26 109 @ $14,11$368K · 2026-01-08
- Director, 10% owner · COMMON STOCKSold 27 946 @ $13,44$376K · 2026-01-07
- Director, 10% owner · COMMON STOCKSold 14 066 @ $13,02$183K · 2026-01-06
- Director, 10% owner · COMMON STOCKSold 5 495 @ $13,08$72K · 2026-01-05
- Director, 10% owner · COMMON STOCKSold 4 451 @ $13,09$58K · 2026-01-02
- Director, 10% owner · COMMON STOCKSold 29 696 @ $13,99$415K · 2026-01-02
- Director, CEO, 10% owner · Common StockOther 4 700 @ $14,33$67K · 2025-12-05
- Director, 10% owner · COMMON STOCKOther 4 000 @ $16,74$67K · 2025-11-04
- Director · COMMON STOCKOther 4 000 @ $16,74$67K · 2025-11-04
- Director · COMMON STOCKOther 4 000 @ $16,74$67K · 2025-11-04
- President · Common StockOther 10 000 · 2025-08-11
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From filings & derived data- Current ratio (FY 2025-12-28): 5.86xDerived (calculated)
- Total liabilities (YoY) (2025-12-28 vs 2024-12-29): 8.0%Derived (calculated)
- Total assets (YoY) (2025-12-28 vs 2024-12-29): 21.8%Derived (calculated)
- Shareholders' equity (YoY) (2025-12-28 vs 2024-12-29): 25.3%Derived (calculated)
- Cash & equivalents (YoY) (2025-12-28 vs 2024-12-29): 134.5%Derived (calculated)
- Debt-to-equity (FY 2025-12-28): 0.22xDerived (calculated)
- Cash & equivalents (annual): USD 5.84MSEC XBRL filing
- Shareholders' equity (annual): USD 24.75MSEC XBRL filing
- Shares outstanding (annual): 6.94MSEC XBRL filing
- Current assets (annual): USD 25.51MSEC XBRL filing
- Total liabilities (annual): USD 5.47MSEC XBRL filing
- Total assets (annual): USD 30.21MSEC XBRL filing
- Current liabilities (annual): USD 4.35MSEC XBRL filing
- Operating income (YoY) (2025-09-28 vs 2024-09-29): 47.9%Derived (calculated)
- Operating cash flow (YoY) (2025-09-28 vs 2024-09-29): 289.2%Derived (calculated)
- Net income (YoY) (2025-09-28 vs 2024-09-29): 36.6%Derived (calculated)
- Gross profit (YoY) (2025-09-28 vs 2024-09-29): 26.5%Derived (calculated)
- Net margin (FY 2025-09-28): 12.5%Derived (calculated)
- Gross margin (FY 2025-09-28): 29.2%Derived (calculated)
- EPS (diluted) (YoY) (2025-09-28 vs 2024-09-29): 34.5%Derived (calculated)
- EPS (basic) (YoY) (2025-09-28 vs 2024-09-29): 33.9%Derived (calculated)
- Cost of revenue (YoY) (2025-09-28 vs 2024-09-29): 19.7%Derived (calculated)
- Capex (YoY) (2025-09-28 vs 2024-09-29): -27.5%Derived (calculated)
- Revenue (YoY) (2025-09-28 vs 2024-09-29): 21.6%Derived (calculated)