Core & Main Inc (CNM)

Currency in USD
40.62
-0.23(-0.56%)
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40.620.00(0.00%)
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Day's Range
40.4441.38
52 wk Range
40.4159.66
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
40.85
Open
41.38
Day's Range
40.44-41.38
52 wk Range
40.41-59.66
Volume
3.23M
Average Volume (3m)
2.42M
1-Year Change
-17.8564%
Book Value / Share
10.85
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
54.86
Upside
+35.05%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
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ProTips
5 analysts have revised their earnings downwards for the upcoming period

Core & Main Inc News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Sell
Technical Indicators
Strong Sell
Moving Averages
Strong Sell

Analyst Ratings

8 Buy
6 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
15 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 54.86
(+35.05% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Citi
Hold46.00+13.24%53.00MaintainSep 10, 2026
Truist Securities
Hold45.00+10.78%50.00MaintainSep 10, 2026
RBC Capital
Buy60.00+47.71%63.00MaintainSep 10, 2026
Wells Fargo
Buy48.00+18.17%65.00MaintainSep 10, 2026
Barclays
Buy61.00+50.17%62.00MaintainSep 10, 2026

Core & Main Inc SWOT Analysis


Municipal Resilience
Core & Main's strong position in the municipal market offsets residential sector softness, driving growth and financial stability
Pricing Powe
Explore Core & Main's adept management of inflationary pressures, maintaining healthy margins through strategic pricing in a competitive landscape
Growth Trajectory
Analysts project EPS growth, with estimates ranging from $2.56 to $2.92, reflecting confidence in Core & Main's expansion strategies
Strategic Acquisitions
Delve into Core & Main's robust M&A pipeline, aligned with 2028 targets, potentially outperforming current market expectations
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Core & Main Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2027

  • Core & Main posted Q2 adjusted EPS of $0.94, beating consensus by $0.02, while revenue of $2.14B matched estimates; shares fell 4.34% to $42.15.
  • Net sales rose 2.5% YoY driven by municipal waterworks strength, fire protection, and data centers; adjusted EBITDA grew 3% to $274M with margin up 10bps.
  • Company maintained full-year fiscal 2026 guidance of $7.8B-$7.9B in sales and $950M-$980M adjusted EBITDA, expecting margin expansion in H2.
  • Management highlighted accelerating M&A pipeline and record greenfield openings, while residential markets remained weak with mid-single-digit declines expected.
  • CEO cited $1.2 trillion EPA-estimated infrastructure investment need over 20 years; Miami-Dade smart utility project to reach full run-rate by 2027.
Last Updated: 09/09/2026, 14:44
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Earnings

Latest Release
Sep 09, 2026
EPS / Forecast
0.94 / 0.92
Revenue / Forecast
2.14B / 2.14B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

CNM Income Statement

Compare CNM to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
CNM
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
16.4x21.7x11.8x
PEG Ratio
2.130.610.03
Price/Book
3.8x7.0x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
1.0x1.4x1.2x
Upside (Analyst Target)
37.1%29.2%29.4%
Fair Value Upside
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Core & Main, Inc. engages in the distribution of water, wastewater, storm drainage, and fire protection products and related services in the United States. The company’s products portfolio include pipes, valves, hydrants, fittings, and other products and services used for service, repair and replacement of underground water infrastructure; storm drainage products, such as corrugated HDPE and metal piping systems, retention basins, inline drains, manholes, grates, geosynthetics, erosion control, and other related products; fire protection products, including fire protection pipes, valves, fittings, sprinkler heads and other accessories, as well as fabrication and kitting services; smart meter products; and smart metering solutions which include meter accessories, meter installation, network infrastructure and software installation, training, and long-term services, as well as engineered treatment plant products. Its specialty products and services are used in the maintenance, repair, replacement, and construction of water, wastewater, storm drainage, and fire protection infrastructure. The company serves municipalities, private water companies, and professional contractors in the municipal, non-residential, and residential end markets. Core & Main, Inc. was founded in 1874 and is headquartered in Saint Louis, Missouri.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
119.71M63.95%4.98B
Other Institutional Investors
87.16M36.05%3.63B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
0.000.00%0.00
Total
206.88M100.00%8.61B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
BlackRock, Inc.9.81%18,357,688763,680
Capital Research and Management Company6.13%11,473,053477,279

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FAQ

What Is the Core Main (CNM) Stock Price Today?

The Core Main stock price today is 40.62 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Core Main Trade On?

Core Main is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Core Main?

The stock symbol for Core Main is "CNM."

What Is the Core Main Market Cap?

As of today, Core Main market cap is 7.73B USD.

What Is Core Main's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Core Main EPS (TTM) is 2.42.

When Is the Next Core Main Earnings Date?

Core Main will release its next earnings report on Dec 08, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is CNM a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has Core Main Stock Split?

Core Main has split 0 times.

How Many Employees Does Core Main Have?

Core Main has 5600 employees.

What is the current trading status of Core Main (CNM)?

As of Sep 11, 2026, Core Main (CNM) is trading at a price of 40.62 USD, with a previous close of 40.85 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 40.44 USD to 41.38 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 40.41 USD to 59.66 USD.

What Is Core Main (CNM) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Core Main is 54.86 USD, with a high estimate of 75 USD and a low estimate of 40 USD. 8 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +35.05% Upside potential.
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