GentexGNTX
GNTX
About: Gentex was founded in 1974 to produce smoke-detection equipment. The company sold its first glare-control interior mirror in 1982 and its first model using electrochromic technology in 1987. Automotive revenue is about 98% of total revenue. The company is constantly developing new applications for the technology to remain on top. Sales in 2024 totaled about $2.3 billion with 47.7 million mirrors shipped. The unit mix breaks out as 63% interior and 37% exterior, versus 31% exterior in 2019. The company is based in Zeeland, Michigan.
Employees: 5,466
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Funds holding %
of 7,312 funds
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Analysts bullish %
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2025 Q1 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
12% more repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 201 | Existing positions reduced: 180
0.41% more ownership
Funds ownership: 95.54% [Q4 2024] → 95.95% (+0.41%) [Q1 2025]
0% more funds holding in top 10
Funds holding in top 10: 4 [Q4 2024] → 4 (+0) [Q1 2025]
3% less funds holding
Funds holding: 529 [Q4 2024] → 512 (-17) [Q1 2025]
10% less first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 69 | Existing positions closed: 77
19% less capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $6.24B [Q4 2024] → $5.08B (-$1.16B) [Q1 2025]
75% less call options, than puts
Call options by funds: $2.23M | Put options by funds: $8.96M
Research analyst outlook
2 Wall Street Analysts provided 1 year price targets over the past 3 months
Low target
$24
4%
upside
Avg. target
$25
8%
upside
High target
$26
13%
upside
2 analyst ratings
1 positive
50%
1 neutral
50%
0 negative
0%
Baird David Leiker | 13%upside $26 | Neutral Maintained | 11 Jul 2025 |
Guggenheim Ronald Jewsikow | 4%upside $24 | Buy Maintained | 22 Apr 2025 |
Financial journalist opinion
Based on 6 articles about GNTX published over the past 30 days
Neutral
Seeking Alpha
3 days ago
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Neutral
Business Wire
1 week ago
Gentex Corporation Launches the Next Generation Ops-Core® FAST® SF Helmet System with Factory-Installed RAILINK® Power and Data ARC Rails
CARBONDALE, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Gentex Corporation is proud to announce the launch of its next-generation Ops-Core® FAST® SF Helmet System, now available with the innovative RAILINK® Power and Data ARC Rails factory installed. This new configuration streamlines setup and allows users the flexibility to add compatible accessories separately based on their mission needs. As a global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces, emergency responders and in.
Neutral
GlobeNewsWire
2 weeks ago
Gentex Launches PLACE Smart Home Safety System
PLACE is a suite of multi-feature smoke and carbon monoxide alarms designed to enhance home safety, comfort, and security with room-specific functions.
Negative
Seeking Alpha
2 weeks ago
Gentex: More Than Just A Mirror Company
Gentex Corporation is a dominant player in the automatic-dimming mirror market, holding an 86% market share. GNTX recently completed the acquisition of VOXX International, expanding its footprint into consumer electronics, biometric authentication, and smart home technologies. Despite short-term headwinds from tariffs, Gentex has consistently increased its revenue per light vehicle produced.
Neutral
Business Wire
3 weeks ago
United States Air Force Awards Gentex Corporation Aircrew Laser Eye Protection (ALEP) Ballistic Day and Night Spectacle Contract
CARBONDALE, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Gentex Corporation, a global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces, aircrew, emergency responders and industrial personnel, announced today that it was awarded an additional United States Air Force Aircrew Laser Eye Protection (ALEP) contract to develop and produce its laser protective eyewear for aircrew, the Block 3 Day and Night Ballistic Spectacles. This order includes more than 3,800 Block 3 Day and Night Ball.
Neutral
Business Wire
3 weeks ago
Gentex Corporation Announces Agreements With New Partners for Ops-Core® RAILINK® Power and Data ARC Rail System
CARBONDALE, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Gentex Corporation, a global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces, emergency responders and industrial personnel, has announced partnerships with new development collaborators as part of its Ops-Core RAILINK system accessory program. MOHOC, Inc., Advanced Material and Devices (AMAD), NanoAi Technologies and seven additional partners have entered royalty-free license agreements to create new accessories, further ex.
Positive
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1 month ago
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Neutral
Business Wire
1 month ago
Introducing the Gentex® LX9™ Liner System, An Affordable, Drop-In Liner Upgrade for US Military Combat Helmets
CARBONDALE, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Gentex Corporation is pleased to announce the Gentex LX9 Liner System, available now. This drop-in replacement liner is compatible with a broad range of commonly used ground combat helmets and is optimized for comfort and stability in a lightweight package. As part of its adoption, Gentex will deliver over 18,000 systems to the US Army for use in the NG-IHPS helmet system in 2025. “Our LX9 Liner System gives users a lightweight, high-performance upgrade to inst.
Positive
Benzinga
1 month ago
Cramer: Should've Told Investors To 'Pull The Trigger' On Trade Desk, Can't Believe 'How Low' Gentex Has Fallen
On CNBC's “Mad Money Lightning Round,” Jim Cramer said QXO, Inc. QXO can go higher. “Because it's Brad Jacobs [Chairperson of QXO].
Positive
Seeking Alpha
2 months ago
Gentex At $22 Again, But This Isn't 2018 Anymore
Gentex has evolved significantly since 2018, with stronger financials, diversified revenue, and innovative products, making it a compelling long-term investment at current prices. Despite 95% of revenue from the auto sector, Gentex's deep integration in supply chains and proprietary technology provide resilience against trade war impacts. Gentex's financial strength, with high margins, strong ROE and ROIC, and over $500 million in cash, offers a competitive edge in a challenging market.
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