Quality Momentum

QM · rank #17 · 2026-09-08

KTY

GPW · PLN · $3.26B (USD)

SignalBuy1.3strength 1.3 / 10
verdict · PROCEED

The exact numbers the algorithm saw.

Factor scores and the inputs behind this pick.
Momentum 12-1
Return from 12 months ago to 1 month ago.
+42.48%
ROE TTM
Return on equity, trailing 12 months.
+36.7%
Profit margin
Net profit margin, trailing 12 months.
+11.6%
Market cap (USD)
Size filter: > $300M required (USD-equivalent).
$3.26B
Anchor (recent)
Close on 2026-08-07
$1,224.27
Anchor (far)
Close on 2025-08-08
$859.25

The AI research card

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Summary

Grupa Kęty is a vertically integrated Polish aluminum processor spanning extruded profiles, architectural systems, and flexible packaging, selling into construction, automotive, and food/pharma markets across 50+ countries.

Rationale

The quality_momentum signal is directly reinforced by live data — 42% y/y net profit growth, 23% EBITDA margins, ROE of 37%, and H1 2026 results running 5–6% above internal budget confirm both the momentum and quality legs of the screen simultaneously.

Material risks

  • 1Revenue concentration in construction-linked aluminum extrusions means a European construction downturn (already pressured by rates) could rapidly deflate volume-driven margin expansion without a contracted backlog to buffer the fall.
  • 2The mid-80% dividend payout ratio leaves limited retained capital for deleveraging or capex if aluminum spreads compress, and the large November 2026 tranche (PLN 32.64/share) creates a near-term cash outflow that constrains financial flexibility.

AI verdict council

Each pick is reviewed independently by 3 models before any order. 3 of 3 voted to proceed.

OpenAI
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Gemini
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Claude
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