IBP

Based on Installed Building Products, Inc.'s historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.

What does Installed Building Products do?

Installed Building Products installs insulation — including fiberglass, cellulose, and spray foam — along with a range of complementary products such as garage doors, rain gutters, waterproofing systems, fire-stopping assemblies, and window treatments. The company serves residential and commercial builders across the United States through its Installation, Distribution, and Manufacturing segments.

Does IBP pay dividends?

Yes, IBP pays a regular dividend. This is relatively uncommon for a mid-cap Consumer Cyclical company and reflects a commitment to returning capital to shareholders. Investors should verify the current dividend rate and payment schedule on IBP's investor relations page, as these can change.

When does IBP report earnings?

Installed Building Products reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, as is standard for US-listed companies. Specific dates are announced in advance by the company. For the most current earnings schedule, check IBP's investor relations page or your brokerage's earnings calendar.

Is IBP a good stock to buy?

UQS Score rates IBP as Below Average overall. The Risk and Valuation pillars are rated Good, which provides some comfort, but the Weak Moat and Weak Growth ratings are meaningful concerns. Whether IBP fits a portfolio depends on individual goals and risk tolerance. Pro members can access the full pillar breakdown for a more complete view.

Is IBP overvalued?

The UQS Valuation pillar for IBP is rated Good, suggesting the stock does not appear significantly overvalued relative to sector peers on a fundamental basis. This does not mean the stock is a guaranteed bargain — other pillar weaknesses, particularly in Growth and Moat, are relevant context for any valuation assessment.

How does IBP compare to its competitors?

IBP differs from peers like Toll Brothers, Taylor Morrison, and Meritage Homes in that it is an installer rather than a homebuilder. While those companies build and sell homes, IBP generates revenue by providing installation services to builders. This makes IBP more of a service-layer business within the housing construction ecosystem.

What is IBP's market cap bracket?

IBP is classified as a mid-cap company. Mid-cap stocks generally sit between large established corporations and smaller growth-stage companies, often offering a balance of operational scale and growth potential — though IBP's Growth pillar is currently rated Weak.

Who founded Installed Building Products?

Installed Building Products was incorporated in 2014. The company's founding history and leadership background are publicly available through its investor relations materials and SEC filings, which provide the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Is IBP a long-term quality stock?

From a long-term quality perspective, IBP's UQS profile presents a mixed picture. The Good Risk rating is a positive indicator of financial stability, but the Weak Moat rating suggests limited durable competitive advantages — a key factor for long-term quality investors. The full pillar analysis, available to Pro members, provides deeper context.

What is the main competitive advantage of Installed Building Products?

IBP's scale as a national installer gives it operational reach that smaller regional competitors struggle to match. However, the UQS Moat pillar is rated Weak, indicating that durable competitive advantages — such as pricing power or switching costs — are limited relative to sector peers.

What sector does IBP belong to?

IBP is classified in the Consumer Cyclical sector. This means its business performance is closely tied to consumer spending cycles and, more specifically, to residential and commercial construction activity. Housing market conditions, interest rates, and builder sentiment all influence IBP's operating environment.

Is IBP a growth stock or value stock?

Based on UQS pillar ratings, IBP leans toward neither a classic growth nor a deep-value profile. The Growth pillar is rated Weak, which limits its appeal as a pure growth play. The Valuation pillar is rated Good, suggesting the stock is not expensive — but that alone does not make it a value opportunity without stronger fundamental support.

Installed Building Products, Inc. shows solid profitability with healthy returns on capital and reasonable margins.

Installed Building Products, Inc. faces growth headwinds with declining or stagnant revenue trends.

Installed Building Products, Inc. maintains a reasonable risk profile with manageable debt levels.

Installed Building Products, Inc. trades at a reasonable valuation with decent earnings yield and FCF multiples.

Installed Building Products, Inc. operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for IBP.

The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Installed Building Products, Inc. is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.

Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.

Moat (25%) assesses Installed Building Products, Inc.'s competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.

Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.

Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.

Valuation (15%) measures whether Installed Building Products, Inc. is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.

Six investor-inspired presets are available, each with different pillar weights: Balanced, Buffett, Munger, Lynch, Cathie Wood, and Graham. The public score shown here uses the Balanced preset. Learn more in our FAQ.