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CNM Stock Chart & Stats
$50.79
-$0.35(-0.69%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$50.79
-$0.35(-0.69%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$43.96 - $67.18
Previous CloseN/A
Volume302.26K
Average Volume (3M)2.78M
Market Cap
$8.86B
Enterprise Value$11.96K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$150.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$2.44B
Price to Earnings (P/E)19.2
Beta1.10
Next Earnings
Sep 09, 2026EPS Estimate
0.77Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)2.38
Shares Outstanding187,192,830
10 Day Avg. Volume2,160,253
30 Day Avg. Volume2,780,462
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio2.80
Price to Book (P/B)5.20
Price to Sales (P/S)1.36
P/FCF Ratio17.19
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$58.00Price Target Upside14.20% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering8
EPS Forecast (FY)2.54
Revenue Forecast (FY)$7.85B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Free Cash Flow StrengthConsistent high FCF (TTM ~$608M and ~0.93x net income) shows the business reliably converts earnings into cash. That durability funds buybacks, M&A, capex and working-capital needs, providing long-term financial flexibility and resilience through project timing cycles.
Secular Municipal & Smart-Utility DemandDouble-digit growth and multi-year CAGRs in smart-utility (~15%) and treatment-plant (~25%) reflect durable infrastructure trends and stable local funding. These higher-value, differentiated offerings increase recurring, less cyclical revenue and enhance long-term margin potential versus commodity sales.
Margin Expansion & Pricing DisciplineGross-margin gains (27%+ and +50bps) indicate pricing power, favorable product mix (private label) and procurement leverage from scale. Sustained margin durability supports steady EBITDA conversion and underpins earnings stability across project timing variations.
Bears Say
Meaningful LeverageMaterial leverage (TTM debt/equity ~1.22; net debt ~$2.0B, net leverage ~2.2x) restricts balance-sheet flexibility and increases sensitivity to higher rates or weaker cash flow. Even with maturity extensions, elevated leverage limits room for aggressive capital deployment if volumes soften.
Organic Volume Weakness / Residential ExposureDeclining organic volumes and residential lot softness increase top-line cyclicality and reliance on municipal and specialty segments. Residential sensitivity to interest rates and affordability can produce lumpy revenue and complicate steady growth execution over the medium term.
Volatile Free Cash Flow PatternWhile current FCF is strong, the multi-year volatility points to working-capital swings and timing risk. That unpredictability complicates capital-allocation planning, may force cautious buyback or M&A pacing, and raises execution risk during adverse demand or financing stress.
Core & Main News
CNM FAQ
What was Core & Main, Inc. Class A’s price range in the past 12 months?
Core & Main, Inc. Class A lowest stock price was $43.96 and its highest was $67.18 in the past 12 months.
What is Core & Main, Inc. Class A’s market cap?
Core & Main, Inc. Class A’s market cap is $8.86B.
When is Core & Main, Inc. Class A’s upcoming earnings report date?
Core & Main, Inc. Class A’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 09, 2026 which is in 54 days.
How were Core & Main, Inc. Class A’s earnings last quarter?
Core & Main, Inc. Class A released its earnings results on Jun 10, 2026. The company reported $0.57 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.534 by $0.036.
Is Core & Main, Inc. Class A overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Core & Main, Inc. Class A’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Core & Main, Inc. Class A pay dividends?
Core & Main, Inc. Class A does not currently pay dividends.
What is Core & Main, Inc. Class A’s EPS estimate?
Core & Main, Inc. Class A’s EPS estimate is 0.77.
How many shares outstanding does Core & Main, Inc. Class A have?
Core & Main, Inc. Class A has 187,192,830 shares outstanding.
What happened to Core & Main, Inc. Class A’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Core & Main, Inc. Class A reported an EPS of $0.57 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.534. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -6.097%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Core & Main, Inc. Class A?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CNM
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Core & Main Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$58.00 (14.20% Upside)
$58.00 (14.20% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
CNM Sentiment 67%
Sector Average 62%
Sector Average 62%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 3.1M Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth $95.1K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.1%
Last 30 Days ▼ 7.2%
Last 30 Days ▼ 7.2%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-25.69%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
22.73%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
0.73%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Core & Main, Inc. Class A
Core & Main, Inc. (CNM) is a leading supplier of vital infrastructure products and services across the United States. The company specializes in providing comprehensive solutions for water, wastewater, storm drainage, and fire protection systems. Their diverse clientele includes local governments (municipalities), privately owned water utilities, and a wide array of professional contractors working on projects in the residential, non-residential (commercial), and public sectors. Core & Main's extensive product range features essential components such as pipes, valves, hydrants, and fittings. For storm drainage needs, they offer systems including corrugated piping, retention basins, inline drains, manholes, grates, and geosynthetics. Their fire protection inventory covers crucial items like fire protection pipes, sprinkler heads, complete fire suppression systems, related accessories, and specialized fabrication services. Additionally, they provide advanced metering products, including smart meter technology, alongside installation services and software solutions. These specialized materials and services are integral to the construction, maintenance, repair, and replacement of critical water and fire protection infrastructure. Established in 1874, Core & Main is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
CNM Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$58.00
▲(14.20% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
0.19% Insiders
23.25% Mutual Funds
1.30% Other Institutional Investors
48.75% Public Companies and
Individual Investors