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Maximus (MX:MMS)
NYSE:MMS

Maximus (MMS) Price & Analysis

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Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Margin ExpansionSustained margin expansion to ~7% net and 24.6% gross reflects structural improvement in service delivery and cost control. Combined with management's stated AI/automation gains, higher margins indicate durable operating leverage that can persist as contracts scale and technology reduces unit labor intensity.
Free Cash Flow ConversionHigh FCF conversion (~90% of net income) demonstrates the business reliably turns profits into cash. This strengthens funding for buybacks, investment, or deleveraging, and provides a buffer against timing swings in government collections over the next several quarters.
De‑risked Balance SheetMarkedly lower leverage and improving ROE give management financial flexibility for opportunistic buybacks and disciplined M&A. A de‑risked balance sheet reduces refinancing and covenant risk and supports stability through contract timing variability over the medium term.
Bears Say
Top-line Momentum WeaknessA decline in trailing revenue signals structural headwinds from procurement cadence and tougher comps (e.g., prior disaster work). Slower contract awards and lumpy program starts can constrain durable revenue growth for multiple quarters despite margin gains.
Elevated DSO / Receivables TimingPersistently high DSO (78 days) and administrative collection delays point to cash‑flow volatility. Management expanded receivables facilities, but timing risk can cause recurring quarter‑end liquidity swings and complicate reliable FCF pacing over 2–6 months.
Procurement Timing & Low Book‑to‑BillA sustained book‑to‑bill ~0.5x signals slower award flow and increased protest activity, delaying revenue recognition and backlog conversion. This structural procurement timing issue can depress near‑term growth and keep bookings lumpy across multiple quarters.

MMS FAQ

What was Maximus’s price range in the past 12 months?
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What is Maximus’s market cap?
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When is Maximus’s upcoming earnings report date?
Maximus’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 06, 2026 which is in 12 days.
    How were Maximus’s earnings last quarter?
    Maximus released its earnings results on May 07, 2026. The company reported $36.243 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $34.405 by $1.838.
      Is Maximus overvalued?
      According to Wall Street analysts Maximus’s price is currently Undervalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
        Does Maximus pay dividends?
        Maximus does not currently pay dividends.
        What is Maximus’s EPS estimate?
        Maximus’s EPS estimate is 38.61.
          How many shares outstanding does Maximus have?
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          What happened to Maximus’s price movement after its last earnings report?
          Maximus reported an EPS of $36.243 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $34.405. Following the earnings report the stock price went same N/A.
            Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Maximus?
            Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in MX:MMS
            What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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              Company Description

              Maximus

              Maximus, Inc. specializes in delivering business process services (BPS) tailored for governmental health and human welfare initiatives. Its operations are structured into three main divisions: U.S. Services, U.S. Federal Services, and International Services. The U.S. Services division delivers a wide array of BPS solutions to state and local government programs across the United States. These offerings encompass program administration, handling appeals and evaluations, and providing specialized consulting. Key programs supported include the Affordable Care Act, Medicaid, the Children's Health Insurance Program, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families, and child support initiatives, alongside Preadmission Screening and Resident Reviews and Independent Developmental Disability assessments. Furthermore, this segment facilitates program eligibility and enrollment, operates centralized multilingual contact centers with multichannel and digital self-service capabilities, offers application assistance and impartial health plan selection guidance, and conducts outreach, education, eligibility determination, enrollment, and redetermination for beneficiaries. It also performs person-centered independent assessments for disability, long-term illness, and other health conditions, complemented by targeted consulting services. The U.S. Federal Services segment focuses on providing critical support to federal government agencies. Its services include establishing and managing centralized citizen engagement centers, overseeing document and record management, offering case management and direct citizen support, and delivering consumer education. This division also handles independent medical reviews, appeals for worker's compensation benefits, Medicare and Medicaid appeals, and eligibility appeals for the federal marketplace. Additionally, it contributes to the modernization of systems and IT infrastructure, provides operational support for infrastructure, offers software development, operations, and management, and specializes in data analytics. Internationally, the company's "Outside the U.S." segment delivers BPS offerings to both governmental bodies and commercial enterprises. These services include health and disability evaluations, the administration of employment programs, and various other services aimed at assisting job seekers. Established in 1975, Maximus, Inc. maintains its corporate headquarters in Tysons, Virginia.

              Maximus (MMS) Earnings & Revenues

              MMS Stock 12 Month Forecast

              Average Price Target

              $1,750.88
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