CoreCivic (CXW)
NYSE:CXW
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CXW Stock Chart & Stats
$20.45
$0.54(2.46%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$20.45
$0.54(2.46%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$15.74 - $27.29
Previous CloseN/A
Volume549.63K
Average Volume (3M)1.09M
Market Cap
$2.62B
Enterprise Value$3.27B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$209.69M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$1.40B
Price to Earnings (P/E)21.1
Beta1.07
Next Earnings
Aug 10, 2026EPS Estimate
0.33Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.22
Shares Outstanding98,888,460
10 Day Avg. Volume1,049,752
30 Day Avg. Volume1,093,045
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.23
Price to Book (P/B)1.46
Price to Sales (P/S)0.92
P/FCF Ratio37.90
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.25
Enterprise Value/Revenue1.40
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit6.31
Enterprise Value/Ebitda8.75
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$29.33Price Target Upside43.44% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)1.57
Revenue Forecast (FY)$2.55B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strategic Acquisition Expands Recurring RevenueThe CSP acquisition adds a materially recurring revenue stream (~$215–$230M projected) and service adjacency across 600+ facilities. This diversifies CoreCivic beyond bed-day economics, leverages distribution scale, and should sustainably increase contracted revenue and margin stability over multiple years.
Significant Federal Market Share (ICE)Controlling roughly a quarter of ICE placements establishes structural market position and negotiating leverage with federal customers. When federal detention demand is sustained, this scale converts into predictable contracted cash flows and operational efficiency across facilities over the medium term.
Scalable Asset Base Via Facility ActivationsThe ability to reactivate idle assets and quickly monetize capacity demonstrates embedded optionality in CoreCivic's real estate portfolio. Reactivations require limited incremental investment relative to new builds, providing durable revenue upside and margin expansion potential as occupancy normalizes.
Bears Say
Weakened Cash GenerationSubstantially lower free cash flow and weaker cash conversion reduce internal funding capacity for maintenance capex, acquisitions, or buybacks. This heightens sensitivity to timing of collections, capex needs and working-capital swings, constraining long-term financial flexibility during downturns.
Meaningful Leverage And Short-duration BorrowingsElevated leverage and reliance on short‑dated facilities increase refinancing and rollover risk for a REIT with capital-intensive assets. Interest cost sensitivity and near-term maturities limit flexibility for opportunistic investments or cushioning against occupancy shocks, pressuring resilience in a downturn.
Dependence On Government Policy And Contract RiskCoreCivic's revenue hinges on government procurement and policy choices. Structural shifts—such as federal decisions to change detention models, asset ownership, or enforcement posture—could materially alter addressable demand and contract terms, creating sustained uncertainty for occupancy and long-term revenue.
CoreCivic News
CXW FAQ
What was CoreCivic’s price range in the past 12 months?
CoreCivic lowest stock price was $15.73 and its highest was $27.29 in the past 12 months.
What is CoreCivic’s market cap?
CoreCivic’s market cap is $2.62B.
When is CoreCivic’s upcoming earnings report date?
CoreCivic’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 10, 2026 which is in 59 days.
How were CoreCivic’s earnings last quarter?
CoreCivic released its earnings results on May 06, 2026. The company reported $0.38 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.277 by $0.103.
Is CoreCivic overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts CoreCivic’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does CoreCivic pay dividends?
CoreCivic pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.44 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on CoreCivic dividends here
What is CoreCivic’s EPS estimate?
CoreCivic’s EPS estimate is 0.33.
How many shares outstanding does CoreCivic have?
CoreCivic has 98,888,460 shares outstanding.
What happened to CoreCivic’s price movement after its last earnings report?
CoreCivic reported an EPS of $0.38 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.277. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 3.07%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of CoreCivic?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CXW
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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CoreCivic Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$29.33 (43.44% Upside)
$29.33 (43.44% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
CXW Sentiment 70%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.0%
Last 30 Days ▲ 15.0%
Last 30 Days ▲ 15.0%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
21.10%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
9.00%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
12.18%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
CoreCivic
CoreCivic, Inc. specializes in the ownership and management of a diverse portfolio of correctional institutions, detention centers, and residential reentry facilities throughout the United States. Its operations are organized into three distinct divisions: CoreCivic Safety, CoreCivic Community, and CoreCivic Properties. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services to its government partners, encompassing the administration of correctional and detention services, the provision of a network of residential reentry centers designed to combat the nation's recidivism challenges, and tailored government real estate solutions. Within these facilities, CoreCivic delivers a range of rehabilitative and educational initiatives, including fundamental schooling, spiritual support, practical life skills and vocational training, and programs for substance abuse recovery. As of the close of 2021, CoreCivic's holdings included 46 correctional and detention sites, 26 residential reentry hubs, and 10 properties designated for leasing. The organization was established in 1983 and maintains its principal offices in Brentwood, Tennessee.
CXW Company Deck
CXW Earnings Call
Q1 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call highlighted strong sequential and year-over-year financial performance (notably adjusted EBITDA +36%, adjusted EPS +74%, and meaningful federal/ICE-driven revenue growth), successful activation of idled facilities, a strategic acquisition (Clinical Solutions) that materially expands recurring revenue and adjacencies, and continued shareholder-friendly capital deployment (buybacks). Offsetting risks include short-term ICE population volatility that pressures Q2 results, some decline in Marshals revenue, dependence on government funding and policy decisions (including potential ICE asset ownership or warehouse strategies), and modest near-term leverage and short-term borrowings. On balance, the operational and financial upside — including raised full-year guidance, accretive acquisition, and strong organic activations — outweigh the transitory policy and population headwinds.View all CXW earnings summariesCXW Revenue Breakdown
91.30% Safety
6.07% Community
2.63% Properties
CXW Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$29.33
▲(43.44% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
3.34% Insiders
23.56% Mutual Funds
23.99% Other Institutional Investors
23.46% Public Companies and
Individual Investors