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Investing.com - Evercore ISI has reiterated an Outperform rating on Constellation Brands (NYSE:STZ) with a price target of $210.00, as the stock trades near its 52-week low of $159.35. According to InvestingPro data, analyst consensus remains bullish with targets ranging from $170 to $300, suggesting significant upside potential. The stock currently appears undervalued based on InvestingPro’s Fair Value analysis.
The research firm noted that consumers are increasingly migrating to larger pack sizes and seeking value, a trend that is affecting convenience stores which typically focus on single-serve products.
Evercore ISI observed that brand loyalty continues to strengthen among non-Hispanic consumers, while over 80% of both Hispanic and non-Hispanic consumers surveyed expressed concerns about the socioeconomic environment in the United States.
The Corona Sunbrew launch is proceeding according to plan or "maybe even a little better depending on the state," according to the firm’s analysis.
Constellation Brands plans to continue emphasizing marketing around college football and NFL events, while also increasing focus on soccer to appeal to Hispanic consumers.
In other recent news, Constellation Brands reported first-quarter earnings per share of $3.22, which fell short of Goldman Sachs’ estimate of $3.45 and the consensus expectation of $3.31. Despite this earnings miss, the company reaffirmed its fiscal year 2026 guidance, suggesting confidence in its future performance. Goldman Sachs maintained a Buy rating with a $225 price target, expressing optimism about potential growth acceleration later in the fiscal year. Meanwhile, RBC Capital reiterated an Outperform rating with a $233 price target, acknowledging current pressures on beer sales but viewing them as temporary. Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) kept its Equalweight rating and a $195 price target, citing both short-term and long-term challenges in beer volumes but noting these issues are largely reflected in the stock’s valuation. UBS lowered its price target to $195 while maintaining a Buy rating, anticipating that earnings might not be a positive catalyst due to slower consumption trends. Evercore ISI also reduced its price target to $210, maintaining an "In Line" rating and adjusting its fiscal year 2026 earnings estimate due to expected volume pressures. These developments highlight a range of analyst perspectives on Constellation Brands, with varying expectations for the company’s future performance.
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