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ECG - Everus Construction Group, Inc.
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CONSENSUS:
Buy
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PRICE TARGET:
$169.50
DETAILS
HIGH:
$200.00
LOW:
$141.00
MEDIAN:
$170.00
CONSENSUS:
$169.50
UPSIDE:
41.94%
Stock News
Everus to Participate in Upcoming Investor Conferences
BISMARCK, N.D.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Everus Construction Group (NYSE: ECG) announced today that senior management will participate in these upcoming investor conferences:Jefferies Renewables, Clean Energy & Construction ConferenceDate: Sept. 9Venue: Jefferies Conference Center – New YorkD.A. Davidson Diversified Industrials & Services ConferenceDate: Sept. 24Venue: Four Seasons NashvilleIn conjunction with these events, Everus executives will be available to participate in one-on-one meeting.
Everus Completes Acquisition of Epsilon Industries
BISMARCK, N.D.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Everus Construction Group (NYSE: ECG) announced today that it has completed its acquisition of Epsilon Industries, a premier designer and manufacturer of complex, modular mechanical and electrical building infrastructure systems, for $295 million in cash, subject to customary closing adjustments. Everus previously announced details of the intended acquisition on July 31. Epsilon has extensive off-site modular construction capabilities across multiple, strategica.
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Everus Construction Director Sparby Buys 1,000 Shares at $144.95
Sparby's $144,950 purchase brings his direct stake to 19,658 shares, signaling confidence.
How Much Upside is Left in Everus Construction Group, Inc. (ECG)? Wall Street Analysts Think 44.83%
The consensus price target hints at a 44.8% upside potential for Everus Construction Group, Inc. (ECG). While empirical research shows that this sought-after metric is hardly effective, an upward trend in earnings estimate revisions could mean that the stock will witness an upside in the near term.
BlackRock Inc. Acquires Shares of 6,593,812 Everus Construction Group, Inc. $ECG
BlackRock Inc. acquired a new position in Everus Construction Group, Inc. (NYSE: ECG) during the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund acquired 6,593,812 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $1,094,243,000. BlackRock Inc. owned approximately 12.92%
Wasatch U.S. Select Fund Q2 2026 Portfolio Update
The Wasatch U.S. Select Fund - Investor Class returned 12.46%, trailing the Russell 2500 Growth Index, which gained 24.02% during the quarter. While the market environment favoring low-quality companies was a large reason for our relative underperformance, we also held stocks that lost ground in the period, and that too weighed on relative results. The largest of the detractors was Ensign Group, an operator of skilled-nursing and senior-living facilities.
Surging Earnings Estimates Signal Upside for Everus Construction Group, Inc. (ECG) Stock
Everus Construction Group, Inc. (ECG) shares have started gaining and might continue moving higher in the near term, as indicated by solid earnings estimate revisions.
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Can Everus Construction Group, Inc. (ECG) Climb 25.16% to Reach the Level Wall Street Analysts Expect?
The consensus price target hints at a 25.2% upside potential for Everus Construction Group, Inc. (ECG). While empirical research shows that this sought-after metric is hardly effective, an upward trend in earnings estimate revisions could mean that the stock will witness an upside in the near term.
Everus Construction Group Q2 Earnings Call Highlights
Everus Construction Group NYSE: ECG reported record second-quarter revenue and EBITDA as demand remained strong across its electrical and mechanical, or E&M, and transmission and distribution, or T&D, businesses. The company also raised its full-year 2026 revenue and EBITDA guidance following what CEO Jeff Thiede described as sustained market demand, strong project execution and robust backlog growth.
California State Teachers Retirement System Purchases 10,726 Shares of Everus Construction Group, Inc. $ECG
California State Teachers Retirement System lifted its position in shares of Everus Construction Group, Inc. (NYSE: ECG) by 23.1% during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 57,084 shares of the company's stock after buying an additional 10,726 shares during the
Impressive Quarter Highlights Ongoing Strengths In Everus Construction Group (Upgrade)
Everus Construction Group delivered a standout Q2 2026, with GAAP EPS of $1.64, beating estimates by 44% and driving the stock up 6%. ECG raised FY 2026 revenue and EBITDA guidance, fueled by robust data center demand, strong execution, and a 41% YoY backlog increase to $4.55 billion. Recent acquisitions (Epsilon Industries, SE&M Constructors) expand ECG's modular and MEP capabilities, while net debt remains conservative at $120 million (0.3x leverage).
Wasatch Long/Short Alpha Fund Q2 2026 Contributors And Detractors
The Wasatch Long/Short Alpha Fund - Investor Class did not keep pace and finished the period up 8.29%. The largest detractor among our long positions was Ensign Group, an operator of skilled nursing and senior living facilities. The top contributor to Fund performance was JFrog Ltd.
Everus Construction Group, Inc. (ECG) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Everus Construction Group, Inc. (ECG) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Everus Construction Group, Inc. (ECG) Q2 Earnings and Revenues Beat Estimates
Everus Construction Group, Inc. (ECG) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.64 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.1 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.03 per share a year ago.
Everus Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results, Raises 2026 Guidance
BISMARCK, N.D.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Everus Construction Group (NYSE: ECG) today reported financial results for second quarter 2026. Second Quarter 2026 Summary (All comparisons versus the prior-year period unless otherwise noted, and results denoted with * are quarterly records.) Revenues of $1.23 billion*, up 33.7%. Net income of $83.9 million*, up 58.9%; net income margin of 6.8%. Diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.64*, up 59.2%. Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization.
Everus Construction Group, Inc. (NYSE:ECG) Receives Average Recommendation of “Hold” from Brokerages
Everus Construction Group, Inc. (NYSE: ECG - Get Free Report) has earned an average rating of "Hold" from the nine brokerages that are covering the stock, MarketBeat.com reports. Six equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold recommendation and three have given a buy recommendation to the company. The average 12 month price target
Everus to Acquire Epsilon Industries, Premier Off-Site Modular Construction Solutions Provider
BISMARCK, N.D.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Everus Construction Group (NYSE: ECG) announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Epsilon Industries, a premier designer and manufacturer of complex, modular mechanical and electrical building infrastructure systems, for $295 million in cash, subject to customary adjustments. With more than 25 years of experience providing off-site construction solutions across North America, Epsilon is recognized in the industry for its innovation.
Price Targets
Everus Construction initiated with a Buy at DA Davidson
$168.00
(was $125.32)
Kurt Yinger
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D.A. Davidson
Everus Construction price target lowered to $152 from $174 at Cantor Fitzgerald
$152.00
(was $136.50)
Cantor Fitzgerald
Everus Construction price target raised to $200 from $185 at Oppenheimer
$200.00
(was $144.20)
Brent Thielman
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Oppenheimer
Everus Construction price target raised to $184 from $160 at Guggenheim
$184.00
(was $140.75)
Guggenheim
Everus Construction price target raised to $172 from $153 at Stifel
$172.00
(was $158.42)
Brian Brophy
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Stifel Nicolaus
Everus Construction price target raised to $180 from $120 at Oppenheimer
$180.00
(was $169.16)
Oppenheimer
Everus Construction upgraded to Buy at Guggenheim ahead of earnings
$160.00
(was $134.09)
Joseph Osha
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Guggenheim
Everus Construction initiated with a Hold at GLJ Research
$141.00
(was $129.34)
Austin Wang
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GLJ Research
Everus Construction price target raised to $153 from $144 at Stifel
$153.00
(was $135.77)
Stifel Nicolaus
Everus (ECG) PT Raised to $115 at Cantor Fitzgerald on Constructive Market Conditions
$115.00
(was $123.60)
Manish Somaiya
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Cantor Fitzgerald
Everus Construction price target lowered to $107 from $110 at Stifel
$107.00
(was $91.22)
Stifel Nicolaus
Everus Construction initiated with a Neutral at Cantor Fitzgerald
$97.00
(was $92.06)
Cantor Fitzgerald
Everus Construction price target raised to $102 from $88 at DA Davidson
$102.00
(was $97.45)
D.A. Davidson
Everus Construction price target raised to $105 from $90 at Oppenheimer
$105.00
(was $97.62)
Oppenheimer
Everus Construction price target raised to $94 from $88 at Stifel
$94.00
(was $86.03)
Stifel Nicolaus
Everus Construction price target raised to $90 from $77 at Oppenheimer
$90.00
(was $81.82)
Ian Zaffino
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Oppenheimer
Everus Construction price target raised to $88 from $68 at DA Davidson
$88.00
(was $76.84)
Brent Thielman
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D.A. Davidson
Everus Construction price target raised to $80 from $70 at Oppenheimer
$80.00
(was $69.12)
Ian Zaffino
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Oppenheimer
DA Davidson Starts Everus (ECG) at Neutral
$55.00
(was $53.70)
Brent Thielman
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D.A. Davidson