Coda Octopus Group, Inc. (CODA) Stock Analysis and Metrics

Coda Octopus

NASDAQ: CODA

$9.46 ▲ +0.16 (+1.72%)

At close: Jul 8, 2026 · 3:59 PM UTC

Financial Ratios

Market Cap108.58 Mn

P/E27.84

P/S3.88

Div. Yield0.00

ROIC (Qtr)0.00

Revenue Growth (1y) (Qtr)-1.62

Add ratio to table…

About

Coda Octopus Group, Inc. operates three distinct business segments focused on underwater technology acoustic measurement and defense engineering. The company designs develops manufactures and sells real time volumetric imaging sonar systems such as the Echoscope family and Diver Augmented Vision Display units for commercial and defense diving. It also provides acoustic sensors hydrophone calibration services and supplies embedded subsystems for military programs.

The company generates revenue from the sale lease and service of its sonar and diving systems from acoustic sensor manufacturing and calibration contracts and from defense engineering contracts for subsystems and assemblies. Customers include offshore oil and gas operators renewable energy developers commercial and naval diving firms medical device manufacturers research institutions and various branches of the armed forces.

The company operates through the following segments.

• Marine Technology Business designs develops and manufactures real time volumetric imaging sonar systems including the Echoscope Echoscope PIPE and Echoscope PIPE NANO series and Diver Augmented Vision Display systems for commercial and defense underwater markets and also provides subsea software inertial navigation and digital audio communication systems.

• Acoustic Sensors and Materials Business (PAL) provides acoustic sensor design hydrophone manufacturing custom transducer production and calibration services for medical ultrasound non destructive testing and defense applications and holds ISO IEC 17025 accreditation.

• Defense Engineering Services Business designs manufactures and supplies embedded subsystems and sub assemblies for defense programs such as close in weapon systems and mine hunting systems offering sole source status and long term support to prime contractors.

Coda Octopus Group, Inc. holds a niche position in the underwater imaging market where its real time 3D 4D 5D and 6D sonar technology provides capabilities not found in conventional multibeam or scanning sonars. The company competes with firms such as Kongsberg Gruppen Teledyne Technologies and BlueView but maintains an edge through proprietary patents on data compression and volume rendering and through its exclusive license for the heads up display concept used in its Diver Augmented Vision Display. Its ability to deliver integrated sonar diving and acoustic calibration solutions under a single corporate structure further strengthens its competitive stance.

The company serves a diverse customer base that includes offshore oil and gas producers renewable energy developers commercial and naval diving organizations medical device manufacturers research laboratories and branches of the armed forces such as Raytheon Northrop Grumman Atlas Electronics Thales Underwater and the US Navy.

Investment Thesis

▲ Bull case

The launch of the NanoGen series provides an ultra compact real time 3D imaging sonar that is being positioned as a core perception sensor for AI enabled autonomous underwater platforms. Management highlighted strong and accelerating interest from the US Navy and several allied foreign navies across their subsea vehicle programs. Many of these engagements are structured as product or platform improvement programs which allow integration onto already fielded systems with lower acquisition risk and predictable volume profiles. Successful completion of these near term programs could convert demonstrated technical leadership into recurring production contracts and sustained long term revenue streams. This addresses the market shift toward smaller networked autonomous vehicles where performance per unit cost and multi mission flexibility are critical.
The untethered DAVD variant has completed the hardening program and initial production of 16 systems has been delivered to the US Navy Mark 16 rebreather fleet for evaluation. These systems are currently undergoing the Authorization for Navy Use approval process which is seen as the catalyst for broader operational adoption. In parallel the company delivered two units to a very influential European Navy in the fourth quarter and plans to provide training in Q2 which could trigger follow on orders from that navy and its regional partners. Management expects that once ANU status is granted the revenue contribution will become less lumpy and more predictable with potential for larger volume purchases in the second half of fiscal 2026. This progression opens a sizable addressable market of approximately 14 000 potential government and defense divers in the United States alone plus comparable numbers in allied navies.
The acquisition of Precision Acoustics Limited in October 2024 added a recognized leader in underwater acoustics and measurement sensors to the group. This expands Coda Octopus expertise beyond imaging sonar into the broader acoustic sensor domain which is critical for maintaining its lead in real time 3D imaging underwater. The combined capabilities allow the company to compete for larger defense contracts that require integrated acoustic and imaging solutions. Early results show the business unit contributed 20 4% of consolidated net revenue and a gross margin of 58 6% while providing cross selling opportunities with existing Echoscope and DAVD offerings. Strategically the acquisition supports the stated goal of pivoting the marine technology business toward a multi year program based adoption model that generates recurring revenue.
As of October 31 2025 the company held 28 7 million dollars in cash and cash equivalents with no debt outstanding. This strong liquidity position provides flexibility to pursue accretive value added acquisitions without the need for additional financing or equity dilution. Management has repeatedly stated that cash deployment priorities favor acquisitions that enhance capabilities and create synergies rather than other uses such as dividend increases or share buybacks. The ability to fund growth internally reduces financial risk and enables rapid execution of the M&A pipeline that is already under active evaluation for fiscal 2026. A solid balance sheet also supports investment in working capital and research and development initiatives that can further differentiate the product suite.
The core business revenue mix shifted to 46% defense and 54% commercial marine in fiscal 2025 compared to about 40% defense the prior year. This indicates successful penetration of the defense sector where opportunities for multiple sales and long tail revenue are more prevalent than in the traditional commercial offshore market. Defense programs often involve platform integration and follow on orders which can produce predictable recurring revenue streams over the life of a vehicle class. By contrast the commercial marine rental business showed significant underutilization in fiscal 2025 reflecting weaker demand for offshore renewables projects and pressuring gross margins. Increasing the defense share reduces reliance on the volatile rental component and positions the company to benefit from structural growth in autonomous and AI enabled underwater systems.

The launch of the NanoGen series provides an ultra compact real time 3D imaging sonar that is being positioned as a core perception sensor for AI enabled autonomous underwater platforms. Management highlighted strong and accelerating interest from the US Navy and several allied foreign navies across their subsea vehicle programs. Many of these engagements are structured as product or platform improvement programs which allow integration onto already fielded systems with lower acquisition risk and predictable volume profiles. Successful completion of these near term programs could convert demonstrated technical leadership into recurring production contracts and sustained long term revenue streams. This addresses the market shift toward smaller networked autonomous vehicles where performance per unit cost and multi mission flexibility are critical.
The untethered DAVD variant has completed the hardening program and initial production of 16 systems has been delivered to the US Navy Mark 16 rebreather fleet for evaluation. These systems are currently undergoing the Authorization for Navy Use approval process which is seen as the catalyst for broader operational adoption. In parallel the company delivered two units to a very influential European Navy in the fourth quarter and plans to provide training in Q2 which could trigger follow on orders from that navy and its regional partners. Management expects that once ANU status is granted the revenue contribution will become less lumpy and more predictable with potential for larger volume purchases in the second half of fiscal 2026. This progression opens a sizable addressable market of approximately 14 000 potential government and defense divers in the United States alone plus comparable numbers in allied navies.
The acquisition of Precision Acoustics Limited in October 2024 added a recognized leader in underwater acoustics and measurement sensors to the group. This expands Coda Octopus expertise beyond imaging sonar into the broader acoustic sensor domain which is critical for maintaining its lead in real time 3D imaging underwater. The combined capabilities allow the company to compete for larger defense contracts that require integrated acoustic and imaging solutions. Early results show the business unit contributed 20 4% of consolidated net revenue and a gross margin of 58 6% while providing cross selling opportunities with existing Echoscope and DAVD offerings. Strategically the acquisition supports the stated goal of pivoting the marine technology business toward a multi year program based adoption model that generates recurring revenue.
As of October 31 2025 the company held 28 7 million dollars in cash and cash equivalents with no debt outstanding. This strong liquidity position provides flexibility to pursue accretive value added acquisitions without the need for additional financing or equity dilution. Management has repeatedly stated that cash deployment priorities favor acquisitions that enhance capabilities and create synergies rather than other uses such as dividend increases or share buybacks. The ability to fund growth internally reduces financial risk and enables rapid execution of the M&A pipeline that is already under active evaluation for fiscal 2026. A solid balance sheet also supports investment in working capital and research and development initiatives that can further differentiate the product suite.
The core business revenue mix shifted to 46% defense and 54% commercial marine in fiscal 2025 compared to about 40% defense the prior year. This indicates successful penetration of the defense sector where opportunities for multiple sales and long tail revenue are more prevalent than in the traditional commercial offshore market. Defense programs often involve platform integration and follow on orders which can produce predictable recurring revenue streams over the life of a vehicle class. By contrast the commercial marine rental business showed significant underutilization in fiscal 2025 reflecting weaker demand for offshore renewables projects and pressuring gross margins. Increasing the defense share reduces reliance on the volatile rental component and positions the company to benefit from structural growth in autonomous and AI enabled underwater systems.

▼ Bear case

Rental assets in the marine technology segment were significantly underutilized in fiscal 2025 leading to lower units of rentals and associated services. This underutilization directly impacted the gross profit margin of the business and reflects a broader slowdown in commercial offshore activity. Management attributed part of the weakness to changes in US policy on funding for offshore renewables which caused many projects to be shelved. Unless there is a rebound in offshore wind oil and gas investment the rental base may remain under pressure continuing to drag on overall margins. Investors should watch for any commentary on rental utilization trends as a leading indicator of commercial market health.
Consolidated gross margin declined to 66 5% from 69 8% year over year. The decrease was driven by the addition of the lower margin acoustic sensors and materials business and a shift in sales mix away from higher margin rental units. The acoustic sensors and materials business realized a gross margin of 58 6% which diluted the overall margin profile of the group. With the new business unit contributing over 20% of revenue the margin drag is likely to persist unless higher margin products can scale faster. This structural margin pressure could limit earnings growth even if top line expansion continues.
Total operating expenses increased by 24% to 13 1 million dollars in fiscal 2025. The main contributors were the integration of Precision Acoustics Limited which added 22 1% to operating costs and the weakening of the US dollar against the British pound and Danish kroner which raised expenses when translated into US dollars. Selling general and administrative expenses rose 27 9% reflecting the addition of the new business unit and the earn out provision from the acquisition. This expense growth outpaced the 30 7% increase in revenue causing operating margin to contract slightly from 17 6% to 17 1%. Continued pressure on operating costs could impede further margin improvement and limit the conversion of revenue gains into bottom line growth.
DAVD revenue remains lumpy and back ended with management noting that quantifying the budget is difficult until the product completes the Authorization for Navy Use approval process. The company anticipates beating the 3 7 million dollars of DAVD revenue achieved in fiscal 2025 but acknowledges that the timing of larger orders depends on US and European defense procurement cycles. Until ANU status is granted the revenue stream is dependent on evaluation systems and uncertain appropriations creating quarterly volatility. The dependence on continuing resolutions and potential delays in defense budget approval adds unpredictability to near term forecasts. Investors should be cautious about assuming smooth linear growth in DAVD sales given these external gating factors.
Defense engineering services revenue growth of 5 6% was partially impacted by delays in receiving contract awards due to the US government shutdown and the use of continuing resolutions to fund programs. This highlights the segment's exposure to fluctuations in government spending and the administrative timing of appropriations. When contract awards are postponed the associated engineering work and revenue recognition are deferred creating gaps in the financial results. The reliance on longstanding contracts does not fully insulate the business from the macro risk of congressional funding delays. Any prolongation of continuing resolutions or a future shutdown could repeat the revenue timing issues observed in fiscal 2025.

Rental assets in the marine technology segment were significantly underutilized in fiscal 2025 leading to lower units of rentals and associated services. This underutilization directly impacted the gross profit margin of the business and reflects a broader slowdown in commercial offshore activity. Management attributed part of the weakness to changes in US policy on funding for offshore renewables which caused many projects to be shelved. Unless there is a rebound in offshore wind oil and gas investment the rental base may remain under pressure continuing to drag on overall margins. Investors should watch for any commentary on rental utilization trends as a leading indicator of commercial market health.
Consolidated gross margin declined to 66 5% from 69 8% year over year. The decrease was driven by the addition of the lower margin acoustic sensors and materials business and a shift in sales mix away from higher margin rental units. The acoustic sensors and materials business realized a gross margin of 58 6% which diluted the overall margin profile of the group. With the new business unit contributing over 20% of revenue the margin drag is likely to persist unless higher margin products can scale faster. This structural margin pressure could limit earnings growth even if top line expansion continues.
Total operating expenses increased by 24% to 13 1 million dollars in fiscal 2025. The main contributors were the integration of Precision Acoustics Limited which added 22 1% to operating costs and the weakening of the US dollar against the British pound and Danish kroner which raised expenses when translated into US dollars. Selling general and administrative expenses rose 27 9% reflecting the addition of the new business unit and the earn out provision from the acquisition. This expense growth outpaced the 30 7% increase in revenue causing operating margin to contract slightly from 17 6% to 17 1%. Continued pressure on operating costs could impede further margin improvement and limit the conversion of revenue gains into bottom line growth.
DAVD revenue remains lumpy and back ended with management noting that quantifying the budget is difficult until the product completes the Authorization for Navy Use approval process. The company anticipates beating the 3 7 million dollars of DAVD revenue achieved in fiscal 2025 but acknowledges that the timing of larger orders depends on US and European defense procurement cycles. Until ANU status is granted the revenue stream is dependent on evaluation systems and uncertain appropriations creating quarterly volatility. The dependence on continuing resolutions and potential delays in defense budget approval adds unpredictability to near term forecasts. Investors should be cautious about assuming smooth linear growth in DAVD sales given these external gating factors.
Defense engineering services revenue growth of 5 6% was partially impacted by delays in receiving contract awards due to the US government shutdown and the use of continuing resolutions to fund programs. This highlights the segment's exposure to fluctuations in government spending and the administrative timing of appropriations. When contract awards are postponed the associated engineering work and revenue recognition are deferred creating gaps in the financial results. The reliance on longstanding contracts does not fully insulate the business from the macro risk of congressional funding delays. Any prolongation of continuing resolutions or a future shutdown could repeat the revenue timing issues observed in fiscal 2025.

Product and Service Breakdown of Revenue (2025)

Peer Comparison

Companies in the Aerospace & Defense

S.No.	Ticker	Company	Market Cap	P/E	P/S	Total Debt (Qtr)
1	BA	Boeing Co	1,106.33 Bn	575.32	12.00	47.21 Bn
2	RTX	RTX Corp	258.51 Bn	34.01	2.86	33.20 Bn
3	GD	General Dynamics Corp	174.86 Bn	40.28	3.25	8.01 Bn
4	LMT	Lockheed Martin Corp	119.99 Bn	25.03	1.60	20.70 Bn
5	HWM	Howmet Aerospace Inc.	107.26 Bn	61.54	12.44	4.69 Bn
6	TDG	TransDigm Group INC	76.18 Bn	40.87	8.02	31.28 Bn
7	NOC	Northrop Grumman Corp /De/	73.88 Bn	16.14	1.74	14.41 Bn
8	RKLB	Rocket Lab Corp	60.59 Bn	-331.77	89.15	0.00 Bn

Research Tools

Developers

About

Investment Thesis

Segments Breakdown of Revenue (2025)

Product and Service Breakdown of Revenue (2025)

Peer Comparison

Research Tools

Developers

About

Investment Thesis

Segments Breakdown of Revenue (2025)

Product and Service Breakdown of Revenue (2025)

Peer Comparison

Create an account

Sign In

Reset Password