Strattec Security (NASDAQ:STRT) Lowered to “Hold” Rating by Freedom Capital

Strattec Security (NASDAQ:STRT) was downgraded by investment analysts at Freedom Capital from a “strong-buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report issued on Wednesday,Zacks.com reports.

Several other equities analysts have also recently weighed in on the stock. Weiss Ratings reaffirmed a “buy (b)” rating on shares of Strattec Security in a research note on Monday, December 29th. Zacks Research raised shares of Strattec Security from a “hold” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a research report on Monday. One research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, one has assigned a Buy rating and one has given a Hold rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the stock currently has an average rating of “Buy”.

Strattec Security Price Performance

Shares of Strattec Security stock opened at $87.19 on Wednesday. The firm has a market cap of $364.45 million, a price-to-earnings ratio of 13.21, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.44 and a beta of 1.19. The stock’s 50-day moving average is $80.82 and its 200-day moving average is $72.74. Strattec Security has a one year low of $31.57 and a one year high of $92.50.

Strattec Security (NASDAQ:STRT) last posted its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, February 5th. The auto parts company reported $1.71 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.93 by $0.78. The business had revenue of $137.53 million during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $132.29 million. Strattec Security had a return on equity of 12.33% and a net margin of 4.63%. On average, equities analysts expect that Strattec Security will post 3.67 EPS for the current year.

Insider Activity at Strattec Security

In other news, VP Richard P. Messina sold 3,000 shares of the stock in a transaction that occurred on Monday, November 17th. The stock was sold at an average price of $66.35, for a total value of $199,050.00. Following the completion of the sale, the vice president owned 11,624 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $771,252.40. This represents a 20.51% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which can be accessed through the SEC website. Insiders own 3.90% of the company’s stock.

Institutional Trading of Strattec Security

A number of large investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in STRT. Ameritas Investment Partners Inc. bought a new position in shares of Strattec Security in the 2nd quarter valued at about $25,000. New York State Teachers Retirement System acquired a new stake in Strattec Security in the 4th quarter valued at about $27,000. Police & Firemen s Retirement System of New Jersey bought a new position in Strattec Security during the second quarter worth about $50,000. State of Alaska Department of Revenue acquired a new position in Strattec Security during the fourth quarter worth approximately $58,000. Finally, Bank of America Corp DE raised its stake in Strattec Security by 137.9% in the fourth quarter. Bank of America Corp DE now owns 2,208 shares of the auto parts company’s stock valued at $91,000 after buying an additional 1,280 shares during the period. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 68.91% of the company’s stock.

Strattec Security News Roundup

Here are the key news stories impacting Strattec Security this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Zacks upgraded STRT from a “hold” to a “strong‑buy” and highlighted the company as a short‑term momentum candidate — this upgrade and related coverage are likely supporting investor demand. Zacks/TickerReport Upgrade
• Positive Sentiment: Zacks published two bullish writeups arguing STRT is a solid growth name (three reasons to think “yes”) and that recent price strength could be sustainable — positive thematic coverage that can attract growth/momentum buyers. Zacks Growth Article
• Positive Sentiment: Zacks’ momentum screen piece highlighting STRT as “on the move” reinforces short‑term bullish flows from traders using systematic screens. Zacks Momentum Article
• Positive Sentiment: Sidoti raised several forward estimates — notably lifting FY2026 EPS to $6.25 (from $5.40) and increasing Q4 2026, Q2 2027 and Q4 2027 quarter estimates — a material upward revision to annual guidance that could support valuation re‑rating if sustained.
• Neutral Sentiment: Analyst previews and consensus commentary on Q3 expectations were published (researchers offering predictions for STRT Q3 earnings); these preview notes set expectations ahead of results and may act as a catalyst when the company reports. Analyst Q3 Predictions
• Negative Sentiment: Offsetting the raises, Sidoti cut several quarter estimates — including lowering Q3 2026 (to $1.14 from $1.47) and trimming Q1 2027 (to $1.58 from $2.04) — which introduces near‑term earnings risk and may pressure short‑term sentiment.

About Strattec Security

Strattec Security Corporation is a Wisconsin‐based designer and manufacturer of mechanical and electronic locking systems for the global automotive market. Established more than five decades ago, the company supplies original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and the aftermarket with a broad portfolio of lock and key solutions tailored to passenger cars, light trucks and commercial vehicles.

The company’s product range includes mechanical locking systems such as door lock cylinders, ignition lock modules, key blanks and door handles, as well as electromechanical and keyless‐entry systems.