AU · rank #8 · 2026-10-21
BXC
NYSE · $579M (USD)
The exact numbers the algorithm saw.
| Composite score Z-score blend of all factors below. | 2.048 |
|---|---|
| EPS revisions (30d) Change in consensus EPS estimate over the past 30 days ($/share). | +$0.54 |
| Net revisions (30d) Number of analysts revising upward minus downward. | 2 |
| Insider signal (90d) $0 across 0 unique buyers. | -0.206 |
| Analyst upside Consensus target $88.33 | +21.9% |
| Momentum acceleration 3-month minus 12-month momentum. | +26.41% |
| Analyst rating 5 = Strong Buy, 1 = Strong Sell. | 4.00 |
| Gross margin TTM | +15.8% |
| 52w high | $93.80 |
| Market cap (USD) | $579M |
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Summary
BlueLinx Holdings is a national wholesale distributor of specialty and structural building products serving pro dealers, home centers, and regional dealers across all 50 states.
Rationale
The analyst upside signal is supported by a 191% Q2 earnings surprise, 100% positive 30-day EPS revision agreement, constructive Q3 guidance, and the expanded LP SmartSide distribution agreement.
Material risks
- 1Residential housing, commercial construction, or repair-and-remodel weakness driven by elevated interest rates could curtail sales volumes and dealer demand.
- 2Building product price volatility, tariff impacts on imported specialty SKUs, and the lack of exclusive supplier contracts could compress wholesale distribution margins.
AI verdict council
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