National Presto Industries
NPK
Market cap $679M

95.69 USD

+1.69

1.80%

At close Dec 24, 4:00 PM EST

1 day

1.80%

5 days

2.67%

1 month

20.71%

3 months

27.83%

6 months

29.29%

Year to date

18.65%

1 year

17.09%

5 years

6.48%

10 years

63.99%

About: National Presto Industries Inc has an eclectic product portfolio consisting of household appliances, ammunition, and diapers. The company operates in three segments viz Defense, Housewares/Small Appliance, and Safety. The defense segment which is engaged in manufacturing 40mm ammunition, precision mechanical and electro-mechanical assemblies, and medium caliber cartridge cases; performs Load, Assemble, and Pack (LAP) operations on ordnance-related products for the U.S. Government and prime contractor. While Housewares/Small Appliance segment designs, markets, and distributes housewares and small electrical appliances; the safety segment provides safety technology empowering organizations and individuals to protect what is more important.

Employees: 1,007

Industrials Ordnance & Accessories, Except Vehicles & Guided Missiles

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Funds holding %

of 6,809 funds

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Analysts bullish %

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2024 Q3 regulatory filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

0% more funds holding in top 10

Funds holding in top 10: 1 [Q2] → 1 (+0) [Q3]

3% less capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $309M [Q2] → $299M (-$10.4M) [Q3]

1.65% less ownership

Funds ownership: 57.97% [Q2] → 56.32% (-1.65%) [Q3]

2% less funds holding

Funds holding: 151 [Q2] → 148 (-3) [Q3]

13% less repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 46 | Existing positions reduced: 53

15% less first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 17 | Existing positions closed: 20

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Research analyst outlook

We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for NPK.

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Financial journalist opinion

War And Waffles: How National Presto Masters Defense And Domestic Life

National Presto Industries offers reliable long-term investment with steady dividends, strong financials, and rising defense demand despite challenges in household appliances and safety products. NPK's defense segment shows robust growth, with a $935 million military contract backlog and increased sales, driving profitability and solidifying its market position. Despite underperforming the S&P 500 in price growth, NPK's dividends have significantly outpaced the index, providing substantial returns for patient investors.

War And Waffles: How National Presto Masters Defense And Domestic Life

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National Presto's (NPK) Q2 EPS Rises Y/Y on Defense Growth

National Presto (NPK) reports a 7.7% year-over-year sales increase in Q2 2024, driven by strong performance in the Defense segment, despite challenges in Housewares.

National Presto's (NPK) Q2 EPS Rises Y/Y on Defense Growth

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