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Quad/Graphics, Inc. (QUAD)
Performance
Return for Risk
Dividends
Drawdowns
Volatility
Financials

Company Info

ISIN
US7473011093
CUSIP
747301109
IPO Date
Jul 6, 2010

Highlights

Market Cap
$329.84M
Enterprise Value
$781.04M
EPS (TTM)
$0.55
PE Ratio
12.01
PEG Ratio
0.13
Total Revenue (TTM)
$2.42B
Gross Profit (TTM)
$327.40M
EBITDA (TTM)
$161.60M
Year Range
$4.50 - $7.54
Target Price
$8.00
ROA (TTM)
2.16%
ROE (TTM)
21.00%

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Quad/Graphics, Inc.

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Performance

Performance Chart

The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Quad/Graphics, Inc., 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

Quad/Graphics, Inc. (QUAD) has returned 6.86% so far this year and 27.85% over the past 12 months. Over the last ten years, QUAD has returned -2.55% per year, falling short of the S&P 500 Index benchmark, which averaged 12.16% annually.


Quad/Graphics, Inc.

1D
-1.05%
1M
-4.34%
YTD
6.86%
6M
8.49%
1Y
27.85%
3Y*
19.54%
5Y*
14.04%
10Y*
-2.55%

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 Jul 6, 2010, QUAD's average daily return is +0.04%, while the average monthly return is +0.80%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 7.2 years.

Historically, 47% of months were positive and 53% were negative. The best month was Jul 2023 with a return of +57.5%, while the worst month was Oct 2019 at -56.9%. The longest winning streak lasted 5 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 7 months.

On a daily basis, QUAD closed higher 50% of trading days. The best single day was Jul 31, 2019 with a return of +31.2%, while the worst single day was Oct 30, 2019 at -57.0%.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
2026-2.39%14.45%-4.34%6.86%
2025-3.59%-5.36%-13.22%-12.48%23.88%-3.09%-5.66%26.48%-6.01%-11.98%5.59%9.23%-5.27%
20240.74%10.74%-11.35%-15.44%6.21%15.47%-16.15%3.77%-3.20%39.87%14.51%-3.46%33.56%
20238.09%10.88%-12.27%-18.65%-6.30%14.98%57.45%-13.68%-1.57%-2.78%-5.73%17.57%32.84%
202211.00%23.42%26.64%-2.31%-40.71%-31.59%15.64%-0.63%-18.99%8.59%33.09%10.27%2.00%
202122.51%-6.41%-19.41%1.98%-8.06%25.38%-15.66%18.29%2.66%-7.29%2.03%-0.50%4.71%

Benchmark Metrics

Quad/Graphics, Inc. has an annualized alpha of -4.98%, beta of 1.18, and R² of 0.12 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since July 07, 2010.

  • This stock participated in 146.63% of S&P 500 Index downside but only 56.40% of its upside — more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
  • R² of 0.12 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
-4.98%
Beta
1.18
0.12
Upside Capture
56.40%
Downside Capture
146.63%

Return for Risk

Risk / Return Rank

QUAD ranks 62 for risk / return — better than 62% of stocks on our site. You're getting solid returns for the risk taken. A good sign, especially for investors who want growth without excessive volatility.


QUAD Risk / Return Rank: 6262
Overall Rank
QUAD Sharpe Ratio Rank: 6262
Sharpe Ratio Rank
QUAD Sortino Ratio Rank: 5757
Sortino Ratio Rank
QUAD Omega Ratio Rank: 5656
Omega Ratio Rank
QUAD Calmar Ratio Rank: 6666
Calmar Ratio Rank
QUAD Martin Ratio Rank: 6666
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 Quad/Graphics, Inc. (QUAD) and compare them to a chosen benchmark (S&P 500 Index).


QUADBenchmarkDifference

Sharpe ratio

Return per unit of total volatility

0.60

0.90

-0.30

Sortino ratio

Return per unit of downside risk

1.10

1.39

-0.29

Omega ratio

Gain probability vs. loss probability

1.14

1.21

-0.07

Calmar ratio

Return relative to maximum drawdown

1.21

1.40

-0.19

Martin ratio

Return relative to average drawdown

2.88

6.61

-3.73

Explore QUAD risk-adjusted metrics in detail

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

Dividends

Dividend History

Quad/Graphics, Inc. provided a 4.92% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $0.33 per share.


0.00%5.00%10.00%15.00%20.00%$0.00$0.20$0.40$0.60$0.80$1.00$1.2020152016201720182019202020212022202320242025
Dividends
Dividend Yield
PeriodTTM20252024202320222021202020192018201720162015
Dividend$0.33$0.30$0.20$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.15$1.05$1.20$1.20$1.20$1.20

Dividend yield

4.92%4.78%2.87%0.00%0.00%0.00%3.93%22.48%9.74%5.31%4.46%12.90%

Monthly Dividends

The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for Quad/Graphics, Inc.. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
2026$0.00$0.10$0.00$0.10
2025$0.00$0.08$0.00$0.00$0.08$0.00$0.00$0.08$0.00$0.00$0.08$0.00$0.30
2024$0.00$0.05$0.00$0.00$0.05$0.00$0.00$0.05$0.00$0.00$0.05$0.00$0.20
2023$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00
2022$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00
2021$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00

Dividend Yield & Payout


Dividend Yield

Quad/Graphics, Inc. has a dividend yield of 4.92%, which is quite average when compared to the overall market.

Payout Ratio

Quad/Graphics, Inc. has a payout ratio of 49.26%, which is quite average when compared to the overall market. This suggests that Quad/Graphics, Inc. strikes a balance between reinvesting profits for growth and paying dividends to shareholders.

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 Quad/Graphics, Inc.. 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 Quad/Graphics, Inc. was 91.69%, occurring on Apr 2, 2020. The portfolio has not yet recovered.

The current Quad/Graphics, Inc. drawdown is 70.87%.


Depth

Start

To Bottom

Bottom

To Recover

End

Total

-91.69%Feb 26, 2018530Apr 2, 2020
-76.4%Sep 27, 20101335Jan 14, 2016531Feb 23, 20181866
-16.97%Jul 8, 201020Aug 4, 201031Sep 17, 201051
-2.06%Sep 20, 20104Sep 23, 20101Sep 24, 20105

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 Quad/Graphics, Inc. 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 Quad/Graphics, Inc. is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Specialty Business Services 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 QUAD, comparing it with other companies in the Specialty Business Services industry. Currently, QUAD has a P/E ratio of 12.0. 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 QUAD compared to other companies in the Specialty Business Services industry. QUAD currently has a PEG ratio of 0.1. 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 QUAD relative to other companies in the Specialty Business Services industry. Currently, QUAD has a P/S ratio of 0.1. This P/S ratio is low compared to the industry average. It may indicate that the stock is undervalued relative to its revenue, or that the market expects slower growth or lower margins.

PB Ratio

The chart illustrates the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio for QUAD in comparison with other companies in the Specialty Business Services industry. Currently, QUAD has a P/B value of 2.6. 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