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CTS Corporation (CTS)
Performance
Return for Risk
Dividends
Drawdowns
Volatility
Financials

Company Info

ISIN
US1265011056
CUSIP
126501105
IPO Date
Nov 5, 1987

Highlights

Market Cap
$1.40B
Enterprise Value
$1.46B
EPS (TTM)
$2.19
PE Ratio
21.79
PEG Ratio
0.94
Total Revenue (TTM)
$541.59M
Gross Profit (TTM)
$207.98M
EBITDA (TTM)
$120.37M
Year Range
$34.02 - $59.66
ROA (TTM)
8.55%
ROE (TTM)
11.84%

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CTS Corporation

Performance

Performance Chart

The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in CTS Corporation, comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.


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S&P 500 Index

Returns By Period

CTS Corporation (CTS) has returned 11.50% so far this year and 15.37% over the past 12 months. Over the last decade, CTS has posted an annualized return of 12.21%, slightly higher than the S&P 500 Index benchmark’s 12.16%.


CTS Corporation

1D
2.40%
1M
-9.23%
YTD
11.50%
6M
19.79%
1Y
15.37%
3Y*
-0.81%
5Y*
8.99%
10Y*
12.21%

Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)

1D
2.91%
1M
-5.09%
YTD
-4.63%
6M
-2.39%
1Y
16.33%
3Y*
16.69%
5Y*
10.18%
10Y*
12.16%
*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

Monthly Returns

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Nov 5, 1987, CTS's average daily return is +0.07%, while the average monthly return is +1.27%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 4.6 years.

Historically, 55% of months were positive and 45% were negative. The best month was Apr 2009 with a return of +68.1%, while the worst month was Oct 2008 at -45.3%. The longest winning streak lasted 13 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 7 months.

On a daily basis, CTS closed higher 46% of trading days. The best single day was Mar 12, 2009 with a return of +31.7%, while the worst single day was Mar 7, 2001 at -36.0%.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
202619.92%2.43%-9.23%11.50%
2025-3.11%-12.59%-6.88%-8.35%6.85%4.82%-8.03%8.42%-5.91%3.93%1.98%1.37%-18.39%
2024-6.13%8.52%5.10%-2.22%15.74%-4.31%-3.46%0.76%-1.69%2.29%10.95%-3.90%20.95%
202312.91%-2.70%14.30%-20.72%16.48%-6.57%4.69%0.04%-6.43%-10.37%3.58%12.98%11.38%
2022-8.63%13.08%-6.75%0.08%14.98%-16.19%19.47%4.03%-1.49%-5.11%7.54%-7.15%7.80%
2021-11.16%5.48%-3.34%4.70%17.62%-2.75%-5.84%0.26%-11.77%15.24%-2.19%5.51%7.46%

Benchmark Metrics

CTS Corporation has an annualized alpha of 5.66%, beta of 1.17, and R² of 0.24 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since November 06, 1987.

  • This stock captured 129.01% of S&P 500 Index gains and 127.11% of its losses — amplifying both gains and losses, but participating more in upside than downside.
  • R² of 0.24 means this stock moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index — capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.

Alpha
5.66%
Beta
1.17
0.24
Upside Capture
129.01%
Downside Capture
127.11%

Return for Risk

Risk / Return Rank

CTS ranks 54 for risk / return — on par with similar stocks. You're getting a typical balance of risk and reward. Not a standout, but not a red flag either — a reasonable choice if other factors align with your goals.


CTS Risk / Return Rank: 5454
Overall Rank
CTS Sharpe Ratio Rank: 5656
Sharpe Ratio Rank
CTS Sortino Ratio Rank: 5151
Sortino Ratio Rank
CTS Omega Ratio Rank: 4949
Omega Ratio Rank
CTS Calmar Ratio Rank: 5656
Calmar Ratio Rank
CTS Martin Ratio Rank: 5858
Martin Ratio Rank
The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

Return / Risk — by metrics

The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for CTS Corporation (CTS) and compare them to a chosen benchmark (S&P 500 Index).


CTSBenchmarkDifference

Sharpe ratio

Return per unit of total volatility

0.44

0.90

-0.46

Sortino ratio

Return per unit of downside risk

0.85

1.39

-0.53

Omega ratio

Gain probability vs. loss probability

1.10

1.21

-0.11

Calmar ratio

Return relative to maximum drawdown

0.67

1.40

-0.72

Martin ratio

Return relative to average drawdown

1.69

6.61

-4.92

Explore CTS risk-adjusted metrics in detail

Dive deeper into individual metrics with historical trends, benchmark comparisons, and performance across different time periods.

Dividends

Dividend History

CTS Corporation provided a 0.34% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $0.16 per share. The company has been increasing its dividends for 32 consecutive years, earning it the status of a dividend aristocrat.


0.30%0.40%0.50%0.60%0.70%0.80%0.90%$0.00$0.05$0.10$0.1520152016201720182019202020212022202320242025
Dividends
Dividend Yield
PeriodTTM20252024202320222021202020192018201720162015
Dividend$0.16$0.16$0.16$0.16$0.16$0.16$0.16$0.16$0.16$0.16$0.16$0.16

Dividend yield

0.34%0.37%0.30%0.37%0.41%0.44%0.47%0.53%0.62%0.62%0.71%0.91%

Monthly Dividends

The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for CTS Corporation. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
2026$0.00$0.00$0.04$0.04
2025$0.00$0.00$0.04$0.00$0.00$0.04$0.00$0.00$0.04$0.00$0.00$0.04$0.16
2024$0.00$0.00$0.04$0.00$0.00$0.04$0.00$0.00$0.04$0.00$0.00$0.04$0.16
2023$0.00$0.00$0.04$0.00$0.00$0.04$0.00$0.00$0.04$0.00$0.00$0.04$0.16
2022$0.00$0.00$0.04$0.00$0.00$0.04$0.00$0.00$0.04$0.00$0.00$0.04$0.16
2021$0.00$0.00$0.04$0.00$0.00$0.04$0.00$0.00$0.04$0.00$0.00$0.04$0.16

Dividend Yield & Payout


Dividend Yield

CTS Corporation has a dividend yield of 0.34%, which signifies it pays a smaller percentage of its stock price in dividends to its shareholders compared to other companies in the market.

Payout Ratio

CTS Corporation has a payout ratio of 7.27%, which is below the market average. This means CTS Corporation returns a smaller proportion of its earnings to shareholders as dividends, suggesting it retains a higher portion for reinvestment, growth, or debt payment.

Drawdowns

Drawdowns Chart

The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.


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Worst Drawdowns

The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the CTS Corporation. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.

The maximum drawdown for the CTS Corporation was 97.23%, occurring on Mar 9, 2009. The portfolio has not yet recovered.

The current CTS Corporation drawdown is 29.84%.


Depth

Start

To Bottom

Bottom

To Recover

End

Total

-97.23%Dec 8, 19992325Mar 9, 2009
-37.15%Apr 17, 1998119Oct 5, 199856Dec 23, 1998175
-36.43%Jun 13, 1988618Nov 19, 1990379May 20, 1992997
-30.03%Jul 1, 1992125Dec 28, 1992312Mar 22, 1994437
-23.06%Oct 10, 199763Jan 9, 199865Apr 15, 1998128

Volatility

Volatility Chart

The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.


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Financials

Financial Performance

The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of CTS Corporation over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.


Annual
Quarterly

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Valuation

The Valuation section provides an overview of how CTS Corporation is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Electronic Components industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.


PE Ratio

The chart displays the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio for CTS, comparing it with other companies in the Electronic Components industry. Currently, CTS has a P/E ratio of 21.8. This P/E ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock may be fairly valued relative to its earnings.

PEG Ratio

The chart shows the Price/Earnings to Growth (PEG) ratio for CTS compared to other companies in the Electronic Components industry. CTS currently has a PEG ratio of 0.9. This PEG ratio is close to the industry average, suggesting the stock’s valuation is balanced against its growth outlook.

PS Ratio

This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for CTS relative to other companies in the Electronic Components industry. Currently, CTS has a P/S ratio of 2.6. This P/S ratio falls within the average range for the industry, suggesting the stock is fairly valued based on its revenue.

PB Ratio

The chart illustrates the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio for CTS in comparison with other companies in the Electronic Components industry. Currently, CTS has a P/B value of 2.5. This P/B ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock is valued fairly in relation to its book value.

Income Statement



TTM
Revenue

Total Revenue

Cost Of Revenue

Gross Profit

Operating Expenses

Selling, General & Admin Expenses

R&D Expenses

Depreciation And Amortization

Total Operating Expenses

Income

Income Before Tax

Operating Income

EBITDA

EBIT

Earnings From Continuing Operations

Net Income

Income Tax Expense

Other Non-Operating Income (Expenses)

Extraordinary Items

Discontinued Operations

Effect Of Accounting Charges

Non Recurring

Minority Interest

Other Items

Interest Income

Interest Expense

Net Interest Income

Values in undefined except per share items