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CTS · NYSE

Cts Corp

Technology · Electronic Components

$63.44

+1.54%

Close on Oct 29, 2026

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Quality

66

of 100 · stored research reading

Stored Quality research reads 66 of 100, an above-average reading in the covered universe. Some underlying measurements are stronger than others.

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Fundamental Momentum

Middle

60

of 100 · stored research reading

Stored Fundamental Momentum research reads 60 of 100. Stored measurements classify recent reported fundamentals as middle. This describes reported financial change already disclosed, with no forward-looking claim.

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Capital Returns

Strong

74

of 100 · stored research reading

Stored Capital Returns research reads 74 of 100, recorded as strong. Stored records show 13 consecutive years of dividend payments. Share count has been reduced at about 2.4% a year in the stored window.

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Valuation context

Price / earnings
23.1

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What this company does

CTS Corporation ("CTS", "we", "our", "us" or the "Company") is a global manufacturer of sensors, connectivity components, and actuators. CTS was established in 1896 as a provider of high-quality telephone products and was incorporated as an Indiana corporation in February 1929. Our principal executive offices are located in Lisle, Illinois.

We design, manufacture, and sell a broad line of sensors, connectivity components, and actuators primarily to original equipment manufacturers ("OEMs"), tier one suppliers for the aerospace and defense, industrial, medical, and transportation markets, and the U.S. Government. Our vision is to be a leading provider of sensing and motion devices as well as connectivity components, enabling an intelligent and seamless world. These devices are categorized by their ability to Sense, Connect or Move. Sense products provide vital inputs to electronic systems. Connect products allow systems to function in synchronization with other systems. Move products ensure required movements are effectively and accurately executed. We are committed to achieving our vision by continuing to invest in the development of products, technologies, and talent within these categories.

We operate manufacturing facilities in North America, Asia, and Europe. Sales and marketing are accomplished through our sales engineers. We also utilize independent manufacturers' representatives and distributors to extend our sales capability.

See the Consolidated Financial Statements and Notes included in Part II, Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K for financial information regarding the Company.

Quoted from the business section of this company’s 10-K filed February 24, 2026. Read the filing

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