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Compx International's EPS (Basic) for the
three
months ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.48.
Its EPS (Basic) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1.64.
During the past 12 months, Compx International's average EPS without NRIGrowth Rate was 12.30% per year.
During the past 3 years, the average EPS without NRIGrowth Rate was -2.20% per year.
During the past 5 years, the average EPS without NRIGrowth Rate was 10.00% per year.
During the past 10 years, the average EPS without NRIGrowth Rate was 7.60% per year.
During the past 13 years, Compx International's highest 3-Year average EPS without NRI Growth Rate was 69.00% per year. The lowest was -63.90% per year. And the median was 9.65% per year.
Compx International (AMEX:CIX) Earnings per Share (Diluted) Explanation
Earnings Per Share (EPS) is the single most important variable used by Wall Street in determining the earnings power of a company. But investors need to be aware that Earnings per Share can be easily manipulated by adjusting depreciation and amortization rate or non-recurring items. That's why GuruFocus lists EPS without NRI, which better reflects the company's underlying performance.
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Compared with Earnings per share, a company's cash flow is better indicator of the company's earnings power.
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Compx International Earnings per Share (Diluted) Related Terms
Compx International Earnings per Share (Diluted) Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Compx International's Earnings per Share (Diluted) can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Compx International Earnings per Share (Diluted) Chart
CIX vs NL, BAER, YOOV: Earnings per Share (Diluted) Comparison
For the Security & Protection Services subindustry, Compx International's PE Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and PE Ratio data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Compx International PE Ratio vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Compx International's PE Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Compx International's PE Ratio falls into.
Compx International Earnings per Share (Diluted) Calculation
Earnings Per Share (EPS) is the amount of earnings per outstanding share of the company's stock. In calculating earnings per share, the dividends of preferred stocks need to subtracted from the total net income first.
Compx International's Earnings Per Share (Diluted) for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as
Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $1.64
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Companies also reported diluted shares in their financial reports. Diluted shares include the shares of convertibles or warrants outstanding.
What does a Earnings per Share (Diluted) of $1.64 mean?
Compx International (CIX) has a Earnings per Share (Diluted) of $1.64 as of Mar. 2026. Diluted EPS equals net earnings divided by average shares outstanding, including dilutive securities. View historical data on Compx International and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Compx International ranks #549 out of 810 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 67.8%.
Is Compx International's Earnings per Share (Diluted) too high?
Compx International's current Earnings per Share (Diluted) is $1.64. The Business Services industry median Earnings per Share (Diluted) is 7.80. Compx International's value of $1.64 is 79% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Compx International ranks #549 out of 810 companies in the Business Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Compx International has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Compx International's Earnings per Share (Diluted) compare to NL and BAER?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Compx International ranks #549 out of 810 companies for Earnings per Share (Diluted). This places Compx International in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Earnings per Share (Diluted) is 7.80. Compx International's value of $1.64 is 79% below this benchmark. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Earnings per Share (Diluted) for a Business Services company?
The median Earnings per Share (Diluted) among Business Services companies is 7.80, based on 810 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Earnings per Share (Diluted) significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Earnings per Share (Diluted) should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Compx International's current Earnings per Share (Diluted) of $1.64 is 79% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Earnings per Share (Diluted) mean?
A high Earnings per Share (Diluted) can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Diluted EPS equals net earnings divided by average shares outstanding, including dilutive securities. View historical data on Compx International and its competitors. For the Business Services industry, the median Earnings per Share (Diluted) is 7.80 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Compx International's current Earnings per Share (Diluted) is $1.64. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Compx International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Compx International (CIX) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $24.02, compared to a current price of $26.20 — trading 9.1% above its estimated fair value. The current Earnings per Share (Diluted) is $1.64 and 79% below the Business Services industry median of 7.80. Compx International's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Earnings per Share (Diluted) calculated?
Earnings per Share (Diluted) is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Compx International (CIX), the current Earnings per Share (Diluted) is $1.64 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Compx International (CIX) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Compx International stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $26.20 is trading 9.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $24.02.
GuruFocus considers Compx International to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for CIX:
Earnings per Share (Diluted): $1.64
GF Value™: $24.02 vs. price of $26.20 (9.1% above fair value)
Industry Position: 79% below the Business Services median (#549 of 810)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CIX stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Compx International Inc is a manufacturer of security products. Its security products are used in recreational transportation, postal, office & institutional furniture, cabinetry, tool storage, healthcare, and a variety of other industries. Also, it is engaged in the manufacturing of stainless steel exhaust systems, gauges, throttle controls, and trim tabs for the recreational marine industry. The company's reportable operating segment includes Security Products and Marine Components. It generates maximum revenue from the Security Products segment, which manufactures mechanical and electrical cabinet locks and other locking mechanisms. Geographically, the company generates maximum revenue from the United States, followed by Canada, Mexico, and other markets.
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