Alarm.com Holdings Management
Management criteria checks 4/4
Alarm.com Holdings' CEO is Steve Trundle, appointed in May 2003, has a tenure of 22.58 years. total yearly compensation is $2.98M, comprised of 9.9% salary and 90.1% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 3.6% of the company’s shares, worth $80.83M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 12.3 years and 8.2 years respectively.
Key information
Steve Trundle
Chief executive officer
US$3.0m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 9.90% |
| CEO tenure | 23yrs |
| CEO ownership | 3.6% |
| Management average tenure | 12.3yrs |
| Board average tenure | 8.2yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Apr 26
ALRM: AI Disruption Concerns Will Test But Not Break Future Earnings Power
Alarm.com Holdings' latest analyst price targets have shifted lower, with recent cuts such as $56 to $50 and $55 to $40 reflecting updated models after the Q4 report and wider concerns about software sector competitive moats in light of rapid AI adoption. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Alarm.com highlights a mix of company specific considerations and broader sector questions, with price targets reset to $50 and $40 after the Q4 report and a relook at vertical software valuations.
Narrative Update • Apr 10
ALRM: AI Proliferation And Reset Expectations Will Shape Fair Value Outlook
Analysts have lowered Alarm.com Holdings' average price target significantly. Recent revisions to $50 and $40 reflect updated Q4 modeling and broader concerns about vertical software valuations and competitive moats as AI adoption accelerates.Narrative Update • Mar 27
ALRM: AI Proliferation And Fair Value Outlook Will Shape Sector Multiple
Alarm.com Holdings' analyst price targets have been reset lower, with recent cuts to $50 and $40. These changes reflect updated models after the Q4 report and broader concern from analysts about vertical software valuations and the impact of rapid AI adoption on competitive moats.Narrative Update • Mar 12
ALRM: Future Earnings Power Will Be Tested By AI Moat Concerns
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Alarm.com Holdings to $58.00 from $68.71, reflecting updated assumptions on the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E following recent price target cuts from $56 to $50 and from $55 to $40 in Street research. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research highlights a mix of caution and recalibration around Alarm.com Holdings, with price targets reset following the latest Q4 report and broader reassessments in software valuations.Narrative Update • Feb 25
ALRM: AI Moat Uncertainty Will Pressure Vertical Software Multiple
Narrative Update: Alarm.com Holdings Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Alarm.com Holdings to $40 from $55, pointing to updated sector views, revised P/E assumptions, and recent research that includes reduced price targets of $40 and $50 following the latest Q4 report. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research reflects a more cautious stance on Alarm.com Holdings, with multiple bearish analysts trimming price targets after the latest Q4 report and sector review.Narrative Update • Feb 11
ALRM: Expanding Connected Security Offerings Will Support Constructive Long Term Outlook
Analysts have maintained their price target for Alarm.com Holdings at $55.00, noting that only minor adjustments to assumptions for discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E were made, which do not materially change their overall view. What's in the News Alarm.com released a low cost Video Intercom Mobile Directory that replaces traditional intercom hardware with a mobile based, QR code enabled visitor management system for multi-tenant residential and commercial properties, using the company’s existing professionally installed and monitored infrastructure (Key Developments).Analysis Article • Feb 10
Is Alarm.com Holdings (NASDAQ:ALRM) A Risky Investment?
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...Narrative Update • Jan 27
ALRM: Expanding Security Platform And Disciplined Guidance Will Support Balanced Outlook
Analysts kept their price target for Alarm.com Holdings steady at US$55.00, citing only small model adjustments to the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions rather than any major change in the outlook. What's in the News Launched the ADC-V730, the company's first Wi-Fi spotlight camera.Narrative Update • Jan 11
ALRM: Expanding Security Platform And Steady Guidance Will Support Balanced Outlook
Analysts have maintained their fair value estimate for Alarm.com Holdings at $55.00. This reflects only slight adjustments in inputs such as the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions, rather than a change in their overall price view.Analysis Article • Jan 08
Is There Now An Opportunity In Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:ALRM)?
Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. ( NASDAQ:ALRM ), is not the largest company out there, but it saw a double-digit share price...Narrative Update • Dec 27
ALRM: Expanded Security Offerings And Buybacks Will Support Steady Outlook
Narrative Update Analysts have maintained their price target for Alarm.com Holdings at 55.00 dollars, with only marginal model refinements to discount rates, revenue growth, profit margin, and future valuation multiples. These refinements support a steady outlook rather than a material reassessment of the company’s fair value.Narrative Update • Dec 12
ALRM: Product Expansion And Share Buybacks Will Support Balanced Outlook
Analysts have raised their price target on Alarm.com Holdings by 10.0 percent, from 50 dollars to 55 dollars, citing slightly higher long term profit margin and valuation assumptions despite somewhat slower projected revenue growth. What's in the News Launched a low cost Video Intercom Mobile Directory that modernizes multi tenant visitor management with QR code access, mobile video calling, and remote door control, reducing the need for in unit hardware (Key Developments).Analysis Article • Oct 08
Is Alarm.com Holdings (NASDAQ:ALRM) Using Too Much Debt?
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Analysis Article • Jul 17
Is It Too Late To Consider Buying Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:ALRM)?
Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. ( NASDAQ:ALRM ), is not the largest company out there, but it saw a double-digit share price...Analysis Article • Jul 04
Some Investors May Be Worried About Alarm.com Holdings' (NASDAQ:ALRM) Returns On Capital
If we want to find a potential multi-bagger, often there are underlying trends that can provide clues. Firstly, we'll...Seeking Alpha • Jun 24
Alarm.com Has Twin Challenges Of Sustainable Growth And Tariff Pricing Pass-Through
Summary Alarm.com delivered better-than-expected Q1 2025 results, but US residential growth remains challenged and tariff uncertainties will likely pressure hardware margins. SaaS and international segments are driving higher margins and growth, yet the sustainability of these trends is still uncertain for the second half of 2025. ALRM's capital allocation has been conservative, with opportunistic buybacks offsetting stock-based compensation, but management's future plans remain unclear. I maintain a neutral Hold rating until we see more durable international/commercial growth and the resolution of tariff risks impacting hardware profitability. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Jun 14
Is There An Opportunity With Alarm.com Holdings, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:ALRM) 24% Undervaluation?
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Alarm.com Holdings fair value estimate is US$74.34 Alarm.com...Analysis Article • May 29
Most Shareholders Will Probably Agree With Alarm.com Holdings, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:ALRM) CEO Compensation
Key Insights Alarm.com Holdings to hold its Annual General Meeting on 4th of June Salary of US$238.3k is part of CEO...Analysis Article • May 13
Alarm.com Holdings, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:ALRM) Shareholders Might Be Looking For Exit
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 23.2x Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. ( NASDAQ:ALRM ) may be sending bearish...Seeking Alpha • Apr 21
Alarm.com: Strong Financials And Solid Results, But Rising Market Competition Poses Risks
Summary Alarm.com Holdings is a market leader in cloud-based IoT security solutions, with strong financials and a revenue CAGR of 11.05% from FY20 to FY24. Despite growth, Alarm faces challenges from tech giants like Google and Amazon, and high revenue concentration from top ten customers. Management's growth strategy focuses on commercial surveillance, smart energy, and international expansion, but ADT's partnership with Google poses significant risks. A DCF analysis indicates a potential downside of over 10%, leading to a "Hold" rating due to rising competition and valuation concerns. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Apr 16
What Does Alarm.com Holdings, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:ALRM) Share Price Indicate?
While Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. ( NASDAQ:ALRM ) might not have the largest market cap around , it received a lot of...Analysis Article • Mar 21
Returns On Capital Signal Tricky Times Ahead For Alarm.com Holdings (NASDAQ:ALRM)
If we want to find a stock that could multiply over the long term, what are the underlying trends we should look for...Analysis Article • Mar 04
Calculating The Intrinsic Value Of Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:ALRM)
Key Insights The projected fair value for Alarm.com Holdings is US$64.51 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity With...Analysis Article • Feb 19
These 4 Measures Indicate That Alarm.com Holdings (NASDAQ:ALRM) Is Using Debt Safely
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' So it seems the smart money knows that...Analysis Article • Dec 19
Alarm.com Holdings (NASDAQ:ALRM) Is Reinvesting At Lower Rates Of Return
There are a few key trends to look for if we want to identify the next multi-bagger. In a perfect world, we'd like to...Analysis Article • Dec 05
Alarm.com Holdings, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:ALRM) Shares Climb 28% But Its Business Is Yet to Catch Up
Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. ( NASDAQ:ALRM ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a great...Analysis Article • Nov 26
Calculating The Fair Value Of Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:ALRM)
Key Insights The projected fair value for Alarm.com Holdings is US$57.23 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity With...Analysis Article • Nov 14
We Think Alarm.com Holdings' (NASDAQ:ALRM) Profit Is Only A Baseline For What They Can Achieve
Alarm.com Holdings, Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:ALRM ) strong earnings report was rewarded with a positive stock price move. We...Analysis Article • Nov 13
These 4 Measures Indicate That Alarm.com Holdings (NASDAQ:ALRM) Is Using Debt Safely
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Analysis Article • Nov 01
Is There Now An Opportunity In Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:ALRM)?
Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. ( NASDAQ:ALRM ), is not the largest company out there, but it saw significant share price...Seeking Alpha • Sep 11
Alarm.com: There Are Likely Better Entry Points On The Horizon
Summary Alarm.com is expanding internationally and into commercial markets, but its EPS and revenue growth rates are currently a contraction from historical levels. Despite a contraction in top-line and bottom-line growth, its PE and PS ratios have not contracted enough. Therefore, I consider the stock to have a vulnerable valuation at the moment. I expect we could see a near-term stock price decline, but I believe the consensus estimates could begin to expand long-term as management consolidates its position in new markets. My conclusion is that there are better entry points for buying into Alarm.com, but it is certainly a strong company with robust long-term prospects if management continues to operate well. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Sep 09
There's Reason For Concern Over Alarm.com Holdings, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:ALRM) Price
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 17x, you may...
New Narrative • Sep 05
Cloud Expansion And Generative AI Propel Growth Amid Market And Profit Margin Challenges
Expansion through cloud-based solutions and generative AI adoption indicates growth in the commercial segment and operational efficiency.Analysis Article • Aug 21
Calculating The Fair Value Of Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:ALRM)
Key Insights The projected fair value for Alarm.com Holdings is US$63.87 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity With...Analysis Article • Aug 06
Alarm.com Holdings (NASDAQ:ALRM) Will Want To Turn Around Its Return Trends
There are a few key trends to look for if we want to identify the next multi-bagger. Amongst other things, we'll want...Analysis Article • Jul 25
Is Now The Time To Put Alarm.com Holdings (NASDAQ:ALRM) On Your Watchlist?
Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks...Analysis Article • Jul 12
Why Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:ALRM) Could Be Worth Watching
While Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. ( NASDAQ:ALRM ) might not have the largest market cap around , it saw significant share...Seeking Alpha • Jul 09
Alarm.com Holdings: Strong Partnerships To Meet Demand For Security
Summary ALRM benefits from strong partnerships with top home security provider in US and 12,000 partners, giving it competitive advantage. Huge addressable market for security solutions, with TAM of ~$52 billion/year. ALRM's B2B2C model, partnerships with ADT and 12,000 service providers, and focus on innovation position it for long-term growth. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Jun 10
Alarm.com Holdings (NASDAQ:ALRM) Could Easily Take On More Debt
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Analysis Article • May 02
Earnings Not Telling The Story For Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:ALRM)
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 41.4x Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. ( NASDAQ:ALRM ) may be sending very bearish...CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31 2025 | US$3m | US$295k | US$133m |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$128m |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$130m |
| Mar 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$128m |
| Dec 31 2024 | US$3m | US$238k | US$124m |
| Sep 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$125m |
| Jun 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$108m |
| Mar 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$90m |
| Dec 31 2023 | US$2m | US$210k | US$81m |
| Sep 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$68m |
| Jun 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$67m |
| Mar 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$62m |
| Dec 31 2022 | US$3m | US$210k | US$56m |
| Sep 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$47m |
| Jun 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$43m |
| Mar 31 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$47m |
| Dec 31 2021 | US$4m | US$210k | US$52m |
| Sep 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$59m |
| Jun 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$82m |
| Mar 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$84m |
| Dec 31 2020 | US$2m | US$210k | US$78m |
| Sep 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$75m |
| Jun 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$57m |
| Mar 31 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$53m |
| Dec 31 2019 | US$3m | US$210k | US$54m |
Compensation vs Market: Steve's total compensation ($USD2.98M) is below average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD5.50M).
Compensation vs Earnings: Steve's compensation has been consistent with company performance over the past year.
CEO
Steve Trundle (56 yo)
23yrs
Tenure
US$2,980,472
Compensation
Mr. Stephen S. Trundle, also known as Steve, has been Chief Executive Officer at Alarm Com Holdings, Inc. since May 2003 and was its President since May 2003 until January 2023. Mr. Trundle serves as Chief...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO & Director | 23yrs | US$2.98m | 3.6% $ 80.8m | |
| Chief Financial Officer | 1.2yrs | US$2.68m | 0.0024% $ 54.5k | |
| Corporate Secretary | 3.3yrs | US$1.78m | 0.0010% $ 22.4k | |
| Senior Advisor to the Chief Executive Officer | 13.1yrs | US$2.21m | 0.92% $ 20.6m | |
| President of Platforms Business | 12.4yrs | US$2.33m | 0% $ 0 | |
| Co-Founder & Senior VP of Creation Lab | 12.3yrs | no data | no data | |
| Vice President of Strategic Communications & Investor Relations | no data | no data | no data | |
| Senior Vice President of Sales | 11.8yrs | no data | no data | |
| Vice President of Human Resources | no data | no data | no data | |
| Senior Vice President of Customer Operations | 3.3yrs | no data | no data | |
| Senior Vice President of Business Development | 16.1yrs | no data | no data | |
| VP & Controller | no data | no data | no data |
12.3yrs
Average Tenure
52.5yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: ALRM's management team is seasoned and experienced (12.3 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO & Director | 22.6yrs | US$2.98m | 3.6% $ 80.8m | |
| Independent Chairman | 13.8yrs | US$227.48k | 0.20% $ 4.5m | |
| Independent Director | 12yrs | US$204.98k | 0.060% $ 1.3m | |
| Independent Director | 10.1yrs | US$214.98k | 0.044% $ 993.5k | |
| Independent Director | 4.8yrs | US$199.98k | 0.018% $ 393.9k | |
| Independent Director | 6.3yrs | US$192.48k | 0.020% $ 459.9k | |
| Independent Director | 5.3yrs | US$199.84k | 0.0073% $ 164.1k | |
| Independent Director | 2yrs | US$189.98k | 0.0047% $ 104.6k |
8.2yrs
Average Tenure
61yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: ALRM's board of directors are considered experienced (8.2 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/07 13:15 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/07 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. is covered by 10 analysts. 6 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
|---|---|
| Saket Kalia | Barclays |
| Adam Hotchkiss | Goldman Sachs |
| Samad Samana | Jefferies LLC |