Cantor Fitzgerald commenced coverage of MYR Group, a utility-centered electrical contractor traded on NASDAQ under the symbol MYRG, assigning it an Overweight rating along with a price objective of $285 as of Friday. This valuation indicates a notable potential price appreciation from the current trading level near $250.07. Over the preceding 12 months, MYR Group shares have delivered a remarkable total return of 61.52%, as reported by InvestingPro data.
The research entity emphasizes MYR Group’s disciplined operational focus in utility-related electrical contracting, with its business underpinned by sustained investments in electrical transmission and distribution infrastructure. These investments are driven by needs for grid modernization, resilience enhancements, and increases in electrical load due to evolving utility demands.
Management clarifies that, while the company benefits from opportunities in data center-related projects, these activities serve as supplementary support rather than the company's core business. The primary growth engines remain multi-year utility programs and the mitigation of aging electrical infrastructure. Although MYR Group operates with relatively low gross profit margins, quantified at approximately 11.34%, it is anticipated to expand net income over the current fiscal year according to InvestingPro projections.
Cantor Fitzgerald highlights MYR Group's strong visibility into its project pipeline, noting a significant portion of its sizable backlog is expected to progress into active conversion over the forthcoming 12 to 18 months. Moreover, major transmission projects identified in the backlog are anticipated to commence construction by 2027, providing medium-term earnings visibility.
The firm also points out that MYR Group strategically manages its growth rate to maintain high execution quality and strict margin discipline, rather than aggressively targeting revenue expansion. Financially, the company maintains a moderate leverage profile, evidenced by a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.19, while trading at a relatively elevated price-to-earnings multiple near 40.48.
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In recent financial disclosures, MYR Group reported third-quarter earnings for 2025 surpassing analyst expectations with earnings per share recorded at $2.05, outpacing the anticipated $1.92, and revenues of $950.4 million, exceeding forecasts of $925.3 million. Despite these robust results, the stock experienced a decline, reflecting a complex market reception.
Other analyst actions include Jefferies raising its price objective marginally from $221 to $230 while maintaining a Hold rating, attributing expected earnings strength from 2026 to 2028 to improvements in Commercial & Industrial margins and operational leverage. Additionally, Clear Street has initiated coverage with a Buy rating and established a $295 price target, pointing toward significant upside potential.
These varied analyst opinions illustrate sustained interest and diverse perspectives regarding MYR Group's trajectory within the electrical contracting and utility infrastructure sectors.