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2 Reasons to Watch FIP and 1 to Stay Cautious

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FTAI Infrastructure has been treading water for the past six months, recording a small loss of 4.6% while holding steady at $6.70. The stock also fell short of the S&P 500’s 5.8% gain during that period.

Does this present a buying opportunity for FIP? Or is its underperformance reflective of its story and business quality? Find out in our full research report, it’s free.

Why Does FIP Stock Spark Debate?

Spun off from FTAI Aviation in 2021, FTAI Infrastructure (NASDAQ: FIP) invests in and operates infrastructure and related assets across the transportation and energy sectors.

Two Things to Like:

1. Skyrocketing Revenue Shows Strong Momentum

Examining a company’s long-term performance can provide clues about its quality. Any business can have short-term success, but a top-tier one grows for years. Over the last three years, FTAI Infrastructure grew its sales at an incredible 33.3% compounded annual growth rate. Its growth surpassed the average industrials company and shows its offerings resonate with customers. FTAI Infrastructure Quarterly Revenue

2. Projected Revenue Growth Is Remarkable

Forecasted revenues by Wall Street analysts signal a company’s potential. Predictions may not always be accurate, but accelerating growth typically boosts valuation multiples and stock prices while slowing growth does the opposite, though some deceleration is natural as businesses become larger.

Over the next 12 months, sell-side analysts expect FTAI Infrastructure’s revenue to rise by 78.2%, an improvement versus its 33.3% annualized growth for the past three years. This projection is eye-popping and indicates its newer products and services will fuel better top-line performance.

One Reason to be Careful:

Cash Burn Ignites Concerns

If you’ve followed StockStory for a while, you know we emphasize free cash flow. Why, you ask? We believe that in the end, cash is king, and you can’t use accounting profits to pay the bills.

FTAI Infrastructure’s demanding reinvestments have drained its resources over the last five years, putting it in a pinch and limiting its ability to return capital to investors. Its free cash flow margin averaged negative 71.5%, meaning it lit $71.53 of cash on fire for every $100 in revenue.

FTAI Infrastructure Trailing 12-Month Free Cash Flow Margin

Final Judgment

FTAI Infrastructure’s merits more than compensate for its flaws. With its shares trailing the market in recent months, the stock trades at 2.9× forward EV-to-EBITDA (or $6.70 per share). Is now a good time to initiate a position? See for yourself in our full research report, it’s free.

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