Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (SGC) Market Cap
Superior Group of Companies, Inc. has a market capitalization of $200.4M.
Price: $12.82
▼ -0.16 (-1.23%)
Market Cap: 200.43M
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CEO: Michael L. Benstock
Sector: Consumer Cyclical
Industry: Apparel - Manufacturers
IPO Date: 1992-03-17
Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (SGC) - Company Information
Market Cap: 200.43M|Sector: Consumer Cyclical
Company Profile
Superior Group of Companies, Inc. manufactures and sells apparel and accessories in the United States and internationally. It operates through three segments: Uniforms and Related Products, Remote Staffing Solutions, and Promotional Products. The Uniforms and Related Products segment manufactures and sells a range of uniforms, corporate identity apparel, career apparel, and accessories for personnel of hospitals and healthcare facilities; hotels; food and other restaurants; retail stores; special purpose industrial facilities; commercial markets; transportation; public and private safety and security organizations; and miscellaneous service uses. It also provides various products directly related to uniforms and service apparel; industrial laundry bags for linen suppliers and industrial launderers; personal protective equipment; and promotional and related products for branded marketing programs, corporate awards, incentives and recognition programs, event promotions, employee and consumer rewards and incentives, and specialty packaging and displays. This segment sells its products under the Fashion Seal Healthcare, HPI, and WonderWink brand names. The Remote Staffing Solutions segment provides multilingual telemarketing and business process outsourced solutions through the recruitment and employment of qualified English-speaking agents. The Promotional Products segment produces and sells promotional products and other branded merchandise under the BAMKO, Public Identity, Tangerine, Gifts by Design, and Sutter's Mill brands to corporate clients and universities. The company was formerly known as Superior Uniform Group, Inc. and changed its name to Superior Group of Companies, Inc. in May 2018. Superior Group of Companies, Inc. was founded in 1920 and is headquartered in Seminole, Florida.
Analyst Sentiment
From 2 Active Polls
1Y Forecast: $15.00
▲ +17.0% Potential Upside
Consensus Target Metrics
Low Bound
$15
Median
$15
High Bound
$15
Average
$15
Price & Moving Averages
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📊 Historical Valuation Multiples
Real-time Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) momentum side-by-side with discrete quarterly metrics.
| Fiscal Quarter | TTM | Q1 2026 | Q4 2025 | Q3 2025 | Q2 2025 | Q1 2025 | Q4 2024 | Q3 2024 | Q2 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Period Ending | Trailing 12M | Mar 31, 2026 | Dec 31, 2025 | Sep 30, 2025 | Jun 30, 2025 | Mar 31, 2025 | Dec 31, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | Jun 30, 2024 |
| Market Cap ($M) | 200 | 149 | 142 | 163 | 153 | 171 | 259 | 250 | 313 |
| Enterprise Value ($M) | 276 | 225 | 220 | 259 | 240 | 256 | 341 | 327 | 389 |
| Price to Earnings Ratio (P/E) | 21.83 | 44.55 | 10.28 | 14.89 | 24.59 | -56.29 | 31.01 | 11.54 | 130.24 |
| Price/Earnings-to-Growth Ratio (PEG) | — | — | 1.76 | — | 4.85 | — | — | 0.85 | — |
| Price to Sales Ratio (P/S) | 0.35 | 1.06 | 0.97 | 1.18 | 1.06 | 1.24 | 1.78 | 1.67 | 2.37 |
| Price to Book Ratio (P/B) | 0.97 | 0.77 | 0.74 | 0.84 | 0.79 | 0.88 | 1.30 | 1.25 | 1.56 |
| Price to Free Cash Flow Ratio (P/FCF) | 7.24 | 16.91 | 7.96 | -69.04 | 45.56 | -54.72 | 34.98 | 34.37 | 56.28 |
| Enterprise Value to Sales (EV/Sales) | — | 1.59 | 1.50 | 1.87 | 1.66 | 1.87 | 2.35 | 2.18 | 2.95 |
| Enterprise Value to EBITDA (EV/EBITDA) | 10.59 | 57.44 | 25.63 | 34.38 | 39.51 | 72.33 | 47.08 | 28.68 | 69.90 |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 2.91 | 0.51 | 0.53 | 0.58 | 0.56 | 0.54 | 0.51 | 0.48 | 0.44 |
⚡ SGC Growth Runway Model
Standard long term linear growth fadeMulti-Stage Discounted Cash Flow Sandbox
Growth runway slowdown
This value provides a time window for the growth rate to decline beyond Stage 1 toward the terminal rate. Longer windows are most useful for companies with high growth starting conditions or strong competitive advantages. This option stretches out the growth rate slowdown across 5, 10, or 15-year steps. A high-growth starting condition (exceeding a 25% initial growth rate) automatically applies a curve decay to simulate realistic, rapid market saturation.Terminal growth rate
With long-term inflation between 3-5%, revenue must grow by that baseline to maintain flat real-world market share. This value sets the permanent terminal growth rate to factor into the valuation beyond the growth slowdown runway toward maturity.3-Stage Financial Runway Horizon
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Superior Group of Companies to Participate in the D.A. Davidson Technology & Consumer Conference
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., June 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SGC) today announced that Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Michael Benstock and President and Chief Financial Officer, Mike Koempel, will attend the D.A. Davidson Technology & Consumer Conference in Nashville, TN on Thursday, June 11, 2026, hosting investor meetings throughout the day.
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Superior Group of Companies to Participate in the Noble Capital Markets Emerging Growth Conference
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., May 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SGC) today announced that Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Michael Benstock, and President and Chief Financial Officer, Mike Koempel, will participate in a fireside chat at the Noble Capital Markets 2026 Emerging Growth Virtual Equity Conference on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 9:30 AM Eastern Time. Attendees interested in viewing the live presentation can register for this event, at no cost, here. Following the event, a video presentation replay will be available on the Events & Presentations page of the company's Investor Relations website here. Management will also host virtual meetings throughout the day.
Wall Street Analysts See a 44.43% Upside in Superior Group (SGC): Can the Stock Really Move This High?
The mean of analysts' price targets for Superior Group (SGC) points to a 44.4% upside in the stock. While this highly sought-after metric has not proven reasonably effective, strong agreement among analysts in raising earnings estimates does indicate an upside in the stock.
Despite Fast-paced Momentum, Superior Group (SGC) Is Still a Bargain Stock
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Superior Group (SGC) Just Flashed Golden Cross Signal: Do You Buy?
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SGC or RVLV: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
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Wall Street Analysts Think Superior Group (SGC) Could Surge 53.41%: Read This Before Placing a Bet
The mean of analysts' price targets for Superior Group (SGC) points to a 53.4% upside in the stock. While this highly sought-after metric has not proven reasonably effective, strong agreement among analysts in raising earnings estimates does indicate an upside in the stock.
Superior Group Of Companies: A Mix Of Superior And Inferior Businesses
Superior Group of Companies, Inc. reported positive overall earnings momentum in Q1. Branded products continue to drive healthy revenue growth for SGC. The segment's margin stabilization is clearly positive. Both healthcare apparel and contact centers continue to perform worse, casting doubt on SGC's long-term earnings.
Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (SGC) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (SGC) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Superior Group (SGC) Q1 Earnings and Revenues Top Estimates
Superior Group (SGC) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.06 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.02 per share. This compares to a loss of $0.05 per share a year ago.
Superior Group of Companies Reports First Quarter 2026 Results
– Total net sales of $140.9 million, compared to $137.1 million in prior year first quarter – – Net income of $0.8 million, up from a net loss of ($0.8) million in prior year first quarter – – EBITDA of $4.8 million, up from $3.5 million in prior year first quarter – – Confirms full-year Outlook - – Board of Directors approves $0.14 per share quarterly dividend – ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.
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📊 AI Financial Analysis
Powered by StockMarketInfo"SGC reported Q1 2026 revenue of $140.9M and net income of $0.83M (EPS $0.06). On a YoY basis, revenue increased 2.72% (vs. Q1 2025 $137.1M) and net income rose from a loss of $0.76M to a profit of $0.83M (turnaround of +$1.59M). QoQ, revenue decreased 3.81% (vs. Q4 2025 $146.6M) while net income rose sharply to $0.83M from $3.46M down? (note: QoQ net income actually declined 75.9% from Q4 2025 $3.46M). Margins contracted over the last two reported quarters: gross margin eased to 37.1% (from 36.9% in Q4) and net margin fell to 0.6% (from 2.4% in Q4). Cash flow improved modestly in Q1: operating cash flow was $9.36M and free cash flow $8.79M, supported by working-capital changes. The company paid dividends of $2.16M and repurchased $0.68M of stock, indicating continued shareholder returns despite lower profitability. Balance sheet resilience remains moderate with total assets at $406.5M and equity stable at $192.8M; leverage is elevated with net debt of $71.7M (down from $77.9M at Q4). On total shareholder returns, the stock is up 11.5% over the last year (below the >20% momentum threshold), and the dividend yield is ~1.46%. Analyst consensus price target is $21 versus the $11.45 current price (~83% upside), which supports valuation sentiment."
Revenue Growth
YoY revenue +2.72% in Q1 2026. QoQ revenue declined -3.81% vs Q4 2025, suggesting modest growth but some quarter-to-quarter volatility.
Profitability
Net income turned positive YoY (from -$0.76M to +$0.83M), but QoQ net income fell materially from Q4 2025 ($3.46M to $0.83M). Net margin dropped to 0.6% (from 2.4% in Q4), indicating margin contraction near-term.
Cash Flow Quality
Q1 2026 operating cash flow was $9.36M and free cash flow $8.79M, both positive. Dividends ($2.16M) and buybacks ($0.68M) were supported by positive FCF, though payout remains heavy vs earnings (payout ratio >200% of net income due to low current profit).
Leverage & Balance Sheet
Total assets increased to $406.5M from $421.8M in Q4, while equity was stable ($192.8M). Leverage is meaningful: total debt $95.0M and net debt $71.7M, though net debt improved vs Q4.
Shareholder Returns
1-year price gain is +11.49% (no >20% momentum boost). Dividend yield is ~1.46%, and the company repurchased shares ($0.68M in the quarter), supporting shareholder return but not strong momentum.
Analyst Sentiment & Valuation
Consensus target $21 vs current ~$11.45 implies ~83% upside. This valuation support offsets near-term margin softness.
Disclaimer:This analysis is AI-generated for informational purposes only. Accuracy is not guaranteed and this does not constitute financial advice.
Fundamentals Overview
SGC started 2026 with clear top-line momentum and broad-based margin improvement: revenue rose 3% to $141M and consolidated gross margin increased 30 bps to 37.1%. EBITDA improved to $4.8M (+$1.3M YoY) and EPS swung to +$0.06 from a prior-year loss, supported by stronger SG&A leverage (SG&A % down to 35.8%). Branded Products led with 5% revenue growth and 210 bps gross margin expansion, reflecting better mix and resilient demand via existing accounts and a record RFP pipeline. Healthcare Apparel grew 5% but margins fell 160 bps due to lower-margin customer growth, while Contact Centers declined 8% YoY amid prior attrition yet showed sequential improvement and cost-driven SG&A improvement (>200 bps). Management maintained full-year guidance (net sales $572M–$585M; EPS $0.54–$0.66), emphasizing back-half weighting, tariff refund uncertainty, and ongoing logistics/oil-cost monitoring.
Growth Catalysts
- Branded Products revenue grew 5% YoY, driven by volume gains within existing customer accounts
- Healthcare Apparel revenue grew 5% YoY from volume growth in existing wholesale accounts and continued progress in direct-to-consumer
- Contact Centers sequential improvement from Q4 despite 8% YoY revenue decline tied to prior-year client attrition
- Conversion progress across RFP pipeline; Branded Products RFP pipeline strongest in memory at Q1 close
Business Development
- Branded Products: converted a lot of RFP pipeline and ramping new sales reps to grow existing accounts (no named customers disclosed)
- Contact Centers: strong opportunity pipeline at historical high; working on conversion during the quarter (no named customers disclosed)
- M&A interest: target is smaller contact centers in lower-cost geographies with AI/automation gaps (no named acquirables disclosed)
Financial Highlights
- Consolidated revenue up 3% to $141 million (back-half weighted seasonality referenced in guidance)
- Gross margin rate improved 30 bps to 37.1%
- Branded Products gross margin 34.1%: up 210 bps YoY (attributed to weaker margin/mix in year-ago period); consistent with Q4 level
- Healthcare Apparel gross margin 35.6%: down 160 bps due to growth with lower-margin customers
- Contact Centers gross margin 52.2%: down 140 bps due to higher labor costs; EBITDA down only slightly YoY despite cost actions
- SG&A as % of sales improved to 35.8% from 36.5% prior year (about 70 bps improvement)
- EBITDA increased to $4.8 million from $3.5 million; EBITDA margin improved 80 bps to 3.4%
- Diluted EPS $0.06 vs $0.05 loss in Q1 2025
- Net interest expense ~ $0.9 million vs >$1.2 million prior year, driven by improved net debt position and lower weighted-average interest rate
- Cash: $23 million cash and cash equivalents at end of March; operating cash flow >$9 million in quarter (on top of ~$20 million in 2025)
- Shareholder returns: paid $2 million dividends and repurchased $0.7 million stock; $9.4 million remaining under share repurchase authorization
Capital Funding
- Share repurchase authorization: $9.4 million remaining as of March 31
- Repurchases during quarter: $0.7 million
- Dividends during quarter: $2.0 million
- Liquidity: $23 million cash and cash equivalents at March end plus revolver availability; management stated sufficient liquidity to support business and return capital
- No explicit ending debt amount provided; net debt position described as improved
Strategy & Ops
- Automation/AI: continued focus on implementing AI and other technologies; Contact Centers SG&A down >200 bps as % of sales YoY reflecting prior-year cost reduction work
- Sales technology investment in Branded Products pipeline/backlog support
- Healthcare Apparel leadership change: Chris Hein joined late March as segment President; strategy evaluation by new leader with expected shifts as he ramps
- Supply chain flexibility cited as differentiator to manage uncertainty
- M&A strategy: early adopter of AI; positioning as consolidator for smaller centers needing AI/automation investment
Market Outlook
- Full-year 2026 guidance maintained: net sales $572 million to $585 million; diluted EPS $0.54 to $0.66
- Management expects EPS and revenue to remain back-half weighted (similar to prior years)
- Contact Centers expectation: continued sequential improvement as year progresses; easier comparisons ahead and growth expected in back half
Risks & Headwinds
- Macro uncertainty including Iran conflict (explicitly cited); also referenced broader choppy economy and restaurant-industry layoffs risk though SGC states no industry concentration
- Branded Products: some areas of softness/busier client environments; no specific industry exposure disclosed
- Contact Centers: prior-year client attrition drove 8% YoY revenue decline; higher labor costs pressured gross margin (-140 bps)
- Healthcare Apparel: gross margin down 160 bps due to growth with lower-margin customers
- Tariffs: refund process initiated for applicable tariffs; uncertainty remains around timing and qualification (second-phase timeline not defined)
- Logistics/oil cost pressure: higher freight/logistics costs observed; management working with vendors and sourcing strategies; expect continued monitoring but not expected to materially change outlook for first quarter
Q&A: Analyst Interest
- Industry concentration and demand shifts in Branded Products: Management said customer base is diversified with no industry concentration, remaining “really healthy” despite a choppy macro environment. They emphasized RFP conversion, ramping new sales reps, and reiterated pipeline strongest in memory at Q1 close.
- Contact Centers sequential improvement and timing: Management stated they expect further sequential improvement because conversion is occurring, pipeline is strong, and easier comparisons ahead will help. They described Q1 comps as challenging but highlighted progress from Q4 and “cautiously optimistic” back-half growth.
- Tariff refund process and materiality: Management confirmed they initiated refund filings for certain qualifying tariffs, but not all qualified in the initial round. They said refund timing for non-qualified items is uncertain because a second-phase filing timeline hasn’t been defined; they are monitoring closely.
Sentiment: MIXED
Note: This summary was synthesized by AI from the SGC Q1 2026 earnings transcript. Financial data is complex; please verify all metrics against official SEC filings before making investment decisions.
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