MGRC

Based on McGrath RentCorp'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 McGrath RentCorp do?

McGrath RentCorp rents and sells modular buildings, portable storage containers, electronic test equipment, and containment tanks to businesses across the United States and internationally. It operates through four segments: Mobile Modular, TRS-RenTelco, Adler Tanks, and Enviroplex, serving industries from education and construction to aerospace and environmental services.

Does MGRC pay dividends?

Yes, McGrath RentCorp pays a regular dividend. The company's recurring rental revenue model supports consistent cash distributions to shareholders. For the current dividend amount and schedule, check McGrath's investor relations page for the latest declared figures.

When does MGRC report earnings?

McGrath RentCorp reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, in line with standard practice for US-listed companies. For the exact date of the next earnings release, refer to the company's investor relations page or your brokerage's earnings calendar.

Is MGRC a good stock to buy?

UQS Score rates MGRC as Good overall. The Quality pillar is Strong and Valuation is favorable, but Growth is rated Weak. Whether it fits your portfolio depends on your priorities — income and stability investors may find it more appealing than those seeking high-growth exposure. View the full pillar breakdown on UQS Pro.

Is MGRC overvalued?

Based on the UQS Valuation pillar, MGRC's valuation is rated Good — suggesting the stock is not significantly stretched relative to its fundamentals. This is a relative assessment; the complete valuation metrics are available to UQS Pro members.

How does MGRC compare to its competitors?

McGrath competes with modular space specialist WillScot Holdings, container lessor Triton International, and vehicle rental company Hertz. Among these, WillScot is the closest direct rival in modular buildings. McGrath's diversification across equipment and containment rentals distinguishes it from more narrowly focused peers.

What is MGRC's market cap bracket?

McGrath RentCorp is classified as a mid-cap company. This places it in a range typically associated with established businesses that have moved beyond early-stage growth but may have less liquidity and analyst coverage than large-cap peers.

Who founded McGrath RentCorp?

McGrath RentCorp was founded in 1984. For detailed founding history and leadership background, the company's official website and investor relations materials provide publicly available context.

Is MGRC a long-term quality stock?

As a long-term quality indicator, MGRC's Strong Quality pillar and Neutral Risk rating suggest the business has demonstrated financial resilience. However, the Weak Growth pillar is a factor to consider over a longer horizon. UQS Pro members can access the full composite view to assess long-term fit.

What is the main competitive advantage of McGrath RentCorp?

McGrath's advantage lies in its diversified rental portfolio — spanning modular buildings, test equipment, and containment tanks — which reduces reliance on any single end market. Its long operating history since 1984 and recurring-revenue rental model contribute to the Strong Quality rating in the UQS framework.

McGrath RentCorp demonstrates outstanding capital efficiency and profitability, placing it among the highest-quality businesses in the market.

McGrath RentCorp faces growth headwinds with declining or stagnant revenue trends.

McGrath RentCorp has some risk factors including moderate leverage or solvency concerns.

McGrath RentCorp appears attractively valued relative to its earnings, cash flows, and sector peers.

McGrath RentCorp possesses some competitive advantages but faces meaningful competition. 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 MGRC.

The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for McGrath RentCorp 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 McGrath RentCorp'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 McGrath RentCorp 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.