CIX (Compx International) Financial Strength: 8 (As of Mar. 2026) — 20% Below Median

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CIX Compx International Inc CIX
76 GF Score
Price $26.70
GF Value $24.02
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Compx International Financial Strength?

Compx International CIX +3.05% 76 Financial Strength is 8 as of Mar. 2026, which is 20% below its 10-year median of 10.00. GuruFocus rates CIX with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of $24.02 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review.

Compx International has the Financial Strength Rank of 8. It shows strong financial strength and is unlikely to fall into distressed situations.

Good Sign:

Compx International Inc shows strong financial strength.

GuruFocus Financial Strength Rank measures how strong a company's financial situation is. It is rated on a scale of 1 to 10 and is based on these factors:

1. The debt burden that the company has as measured by its Interest Coverage (current year). The higher, the better.
2. Debt to revenue ratio. The lower, the better.
3. Altman Z-Score.
4. Other debt related ratios.

A higher score indicates a stronger financial position, with companies rated 7 or above considered financially stable and unlikely to face distress. Conversely, a score of 3 or below suggests potential financial difficulties, indicating a higher risk of distress.

GuruFocus does not calculate Compx International's interest coverage with the available data. Compx International's debt to revenue ratio for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.01. As of today, Compx International's Altman Z-Score is 15.32.


Compx International  (AMEX:CIX) Financial Strength Explanation

The rank is rated on a scale of 1 to 10. A higher score indicates a stronger financial position, with companies rated 7 or above considered financially stable and unlikely to face distress. Conversely, a score of 3 or below suggests potential financial difficulties, indicating a higher risk of distress.

Compx International has the Financial Strength Rank of 8. It shows strong financial strength and is unlikely to fall into distressed situations.


Compx International Financial Strength Related Terms


CIX vs NL, BAER, YOOV: Financial Strength Comparison

For the Security & Protection Services subindustry, Compx International's Financial Strength, along with its competitors' market caps and Financial Strength 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 Financial Strength vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Compx International's Financial Strength distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Compx International's Financial Strength falls into.


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Compx International Financial Strength Calculation

GuruFocus Financial Strength Rank measures how strong a company's financial situation is. It is based on these factors

A company ranks high with financial strength is likely to withstand any business slowdowns and recessions.

1. The debt burden that the company has as measured by its Interest Coverage (current year). The higher, the better.

Note: If both Interest Expense and Interest Income are empty, while Net Interest Income is negative, then use Net Interest Income as Interest Expense.

Interest Coverage is a ratio that determines how easily a company can pay interest expenses on outstanding debt. It is calculated by dividing a company's Operating Income (EBIT) by its Interest Expense:

Compx International's Interest Expense for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.0 Mil. Its Operating Income for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was $7.1 Mil. And its Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.9 Mil.

Compx International's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is

GuruFocus does not calculate Compx International's interest coverage with the available data.

The higher the ratio, the stronger the company's financial strength is.

Good Sign:

Ben Graham prefers companies' interest coverage to be at least 5. Compx International Inc has enough cash to cover all of its debt. Its financial situation is stable.

2. Debt to revenue ratio. The lower, the better.

Compx International's Debt to Revenue Ratio for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is

Debt to Revenue Ratio=Total Debt (Q: Mar. 2026 ) / Revenue
=(Short-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation + Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation) / Revenue
=(0.088 + 0.926) / 162.276
=0.01

3. Altman Z-Score.

Z-Score model is an accurate forecaster of failure up to two years prior to distress. It can be considered the assessment of the distress of industrial corporations.

The zones of discrimination were as such:

When Z-Score is less than 1.81, it is in Distress Zones.
When Z-Score is greater than 2.99, it is in Safe Zones.
When Z-Score is between 1.81 and 2.99, it is in Grey Zones.

Compx International has a Z-score of 15.32, indicating it is in Safe Zones. This implies the Z-Score is strong.

Good Sign:

Altman Z-score of 15.32 is strong.

* 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Financial Strength →
What does a Financial Strength of 8 mean?
Compx International (CIX) has a Financial Strength of 8 as of Mar. 2026. The financial strength rank measures the strength of a company's balance sheet based on revenue and debt. View historical data on Compx International and its competitors. This is 20% below median its historical median of 10.00. Over the past decade, Compx International's Financial Strength has ranged from 8.00 to 10.00.
Is Compx International's Financial Strength too high?
Compx International's current Financial Strength of 8 is 20% below median its 10-year median of 10.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Compx International has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Compx International's Financial Strength compare to NL and BAER?
Compx International's Financial Strength of 8 can be compared against companies in the Business Services industry. Historically, Compx International's own Financial Strength has ranged from 8.00 to 10.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Financial Strength for a Business Services company?
A good Financial Strength depends on the Business Services industry context. However, Financial Strength should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Financial Strength mean?
A high Financial Strength can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. The financial strength rank measures the strength of a company's balance sheet based on revenue and debt. View historical data on Compx International and its competitors. Compx International's current Financial Strength is 8, which is 20% below median its own 10-year median of 10.00. 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 Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $24.02, compared to a current price of $26.70 — trading 11.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Financial Strength is 8, which is 20% below median its 10-year median of 10.00. 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 Financial Strength calculated?
Financial Strength is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Compx International (CIX), the current Financial Strength is 8 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 $26.70 is trading 11.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $24.02. GuruFocus considers Compx International to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for CIX:

  • Financial Strength: 8 (20% below median its 10-year median of 10.00)
  • GF Value™: $24.02 vs. price of $26.70 (11.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 2 warning signs

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 Business Description

Address 5430 LBJ Freeway, Suite 1700, Dallas, TX, USA, 75240-2620
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.
76GF Score

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