Should I buy or sell Constellation Software stock right now?

6 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Constellation Software in the last year. There are currently 2 hold ratings and 4 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" CSU shares. View CSU analyst ratings or view top-rated stocks .

What is Constellation Software's stock price target for 2024?

6 equities research analysts have issued 1 year price targets for Constellation Software's shares. Their CSU share price targets range from C$3,400.00 to C$4,300.00. On average, they anticipate the company's stock price to reach C$3,966.67 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 7.2% from the stock's current price. View analysts price targets for CSU or view top-rated stocks among Wall Street analysts .

How have CSU shares performed in 2024?

Constellation Software's stock was trading at C$3,285.27 on January 1st, 2024. Since then, CSU shares have increased by 12.6% and is now trading at C$3,700.18. View the best growth stocks for 2024 here .

When is Constellation Software's next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Friday, May 10th 2024. View our CSU earnings forecast .

How were Constellation Software's earnings last quarter?

Constellation Software Inc. (TSE:CSU) issued its earnings results on Wednesday, March, 6th. The company reported $21.21 EPS for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $24.21 by $3.00. The company had revenue of $3.16 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $3.08 billion. Constellation Software had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 3.18% and a net margin of 6.72%.

How often does Constellation Software pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Constellation Software?

Constellation Software declared a quarterly dividend on Wednesday, March 27th. Shareholders of record on Monday, April 15th will be paid a dividend of 1.358 per share on Monday, April 15th. This represents a $5.43 annualized dividend and a yield of 0.15%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Wednesday, March 27th. Read our dividend analysis for CSU .

Is Constellation Software a good dividend stock?

Constellation Software (TSE:CSU) pays an annual dividend of C$5.42 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 0.15%. The dividend payout ratio is 14.84%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Read our dividend analysis for CSU .

What other stocks do shareholders of Constellation Software own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Constellation Software investors own include Intact Financial (IFC) , AutoCanada (ACQ) , Alimentation Couche-Tard (ATD.B) , AbbVie (ABBV) , Vermilion Energy (VET) , Wheaton Precious Metals (WPM) , Rogers Communications (RCI) , Open Text (OTEX) , Valeant Pharmaceuticals International (VRX) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD) .

How do I buy shares of Constellation Software?

Shares of CSU stock and other Canadian stocks can be purchased through an online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the Canadian stock market include BMO InvestorLine, CIBC Investor's Edge, Desjardins Online Brokerage, HSBC InvestDirect, Laurentian Bank Discount Brokerage, National Bank Direct Brokerage, Qtrade Investor , Questrade, RBC Direct Investing, Scotia iTrade, TD Direct Investing, and Virtual Brokers. Compare Top Brokerages Here .

TSE:CSU

Constellation Software (CSU) Stock Price, News & Analysis

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C$3,700.18

-11.28 (-0.30%)

(As of 04/18/2024 ET)

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Today's Range: C$3,649.43
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C$3,716.02
50-Day Range: C$3,548.36
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C$3,853.01
52-Week Range: C$2,499.99
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C$3,856.00

Volume: 41,978 shs
Average Volume: 27,868 shs
Market Capitalization: C$78.41 billion

P/E Ratio: 101.29
Dividend Yield: 0.15%
Price Target: C$3,966.67

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Constellation Software MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating: Moderate Buy
2.67 Rating Score
Upside/Downside: 7.2% Upside
C$3,966.67 Price Target
Short Interest: N/A
Dividend Strength: Weak
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability: N/A
News Sentiment: 0.71
Based on 6 Articles This Week
Insider Trading: Selling Shares
C$3.76 M Sold Last Quarter
Proj. Earnings Growth: N/A

Overall MarketRank^™

New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank^™ is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.

2.15 out of 5 stars

2.3

Analyst's Opinion

Consensus Rating
Constellation Software has received a consensus rating of Moderate Buy. The company's average rating score is 2.67, and is based on 4 buy ratings, 2 hold ratings, and no sell ratings.
Amount of Analyst Coverage
Constellation Software has been the subject of 5 research reports in the past 90 days, demonstrating strong analyst interest in this stock.

N/A

Short Interest

Short Interest
There is no current short interest data available for CSU.

0.8

Dividend Strength

Dividend Yield
Constellation Software has a dividend yield of 0.15%, which is in the bottom 25% of all stocks that pay dividends.
Dividend Growth
Constellation Software does not have a long track record of dividend growth.
Dividend Coverage
The dividend payout ratio of Constellation Software is 14.84%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%.

N/A

Sustainability and ESG

Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Score
There is no current Upright™ data available for CSU.

2.6

News and Social Media Coverage

News Sentiment
Constellation Software has a news sentiment score of 0.71. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a higher news sentiment than the 0.49 average news sentiment score of Computer and Technology companies.
News Coverage This Week
MarketBeat has tracked 6 news articles for Constellation Software this week, compared to 3 articles on an average week.
Search Interest
Only 3 people have searched for CSU on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -50% compared to the previous 30 days.
MarketBeat Follows
Only 2 people have added Constellation Software to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -67% compared to the previous 30 days.

2.5

Company Ownership

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling
In the past three months, Constellation Software insiders have sold 6,524.01% more of their company's stock than they have bought. Specifically, they have bought C$56,807.00 in company stock and sold C$3,762,900.00 in company stock.
Percentage Held by Insiders
Only 4.65% of the stock of Constellation Software is held by insiders.
Percentage Held by Institutions
40.82% of the stock of Constellation Software is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company.

1.9

Earnings and Valuation

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market
The P/E ratio of Constellation Software is 101.29, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 143.41.
Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector
The P/E ratio of Constellation Software is 101.29, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the Computer and Technology sector average P/E ratio of about 253.72.
Price to Earnings Growth Ratio
Constellation Software has a PEG Ratio of 1.04. PEG Ratios around 1 indicate that a company is correctly valued.
Price to Book Value per Share Ratio
Constellation Software has a P/B Ratio of 41.80. P/B Ratios above 3 indicate that a company could be overvalued with respect to its assets and liabilities.

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About Constellation Software Stock (TSE:CSU)

Constellation Software Inc., together with its subsidiaries, acquires, builds, and manages vertical market software businesses in Canada, the United States, Europe, and internationally. It provides mission critical software solutions for public and private sector markets. The company is also involved in the software licensing; and sale of third-party hardware. In addition, it offers professional, and maintenance and other recurring services. Constellation Software Inc. was incorporated in 1995 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.

CSU Stock Price History

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Company Calendar

Last Earnings: 3/06/2024
Ex-Dividend for 4/15 Dividend: 3/27/2024
Dividend Payable: 4/15/2024
Today: 4/18/2024
Next Earnings (Confirmed): 5/10/2024

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Industry, Sector and Symbol

Stock Exchange: TSE
Sector: Computer and Technology
Industry: Software - Application
Sub-Industry: N/A
Current Symbol: TSE:CSU
CUSIP: N/A
CIK: N/A
Web: www.csisoftware.com
Phone: +1-416-8612279
Fax: N/A
Employees: 45,000
Year Founded: N/A

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target: C$3,966.67
High Stock Price Target: C$4,300.00
Low Stock Price Target: C$3,400.00
Potential Upside/Downside: +7.2%
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy
Rating Score (0-4): 2.67
Research Coverage: 6 Analysts

Profitability

EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year): C$36.53
Trailing P/E Ratio: 101.29
Forward P/E Ratio: 33.11
P/E Growth: 1.04
Net Income: C$565 million
Net Margins: 6.72%
Pretax Margin: N/A
Return on Equity: 3.18%
Return on Assets: 7.86%

Debt

Debt-to-Equity Ratio: 187.76
Current Ratio: 0.61
Quick Ratio: 0.55

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales: C$8.41 billion
Price / Sales: 9.32
Cash Flow: C$63.42 per share
Price / Cash Flow: 58.35
Book Value: C$88.53 per share
Price / Book: 41.80

Miscellaneous

Outstanding Shares: 21,190,000
Free Float: N/A
Market Cap: C$78.41 billion
Optionable: Not Optionable
Beta: 0.79

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Key Executives

Mr. Mark Leonard (Age 68)
Founder, President & Director
Mr. Jamal Nizam Baksh
Chief Financial Officer
Mr. Damian McKay
Chief Executive Officer of Vela Software Group
Mr. Mark Robert Miller (Age 60)
COO & Director
Comp: $2.52M
Mr. Bernard Anzarouth
Chief Investment Officer
Mr. Mark Dennison
General Counsel & Secretary
Mr. Farley Noble
Senior Vice President of Large Acquisition Group
Mr. Daan Dijkhuizen
Managing Partner,VMS Ventures
Mr. Daniel Zinman
President of Perseus Operating Group

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Should I Buy Constellation Software Stock? CSU Pros and Cons Explained

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Constellation Software Inc.:

Constellation Software Inc. has a strong track record of acquiring, building, and managing vertical market software businesses in various regions, providing stability and potential growth opportunities.
The company offers mission-critical software solutions for both public and private sector markets, catering to essential needs in the software industry.
Constellation Software Inc. is involved in software licensing and the sale of third-party hardware, diversifying its revenue streams and potentially increasing profitability.
Recent developments indicate positive sentiment towards the company, potentially reflecting well on its future performance and stock price.
Investors may find Constellation Software Inc.'s current stock price attractive, considering its growth prospects and market position.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in Constellation Software Inc. for these reasons:

While the company has shown growth potential, the competitive nature of the software industry may pose challenges in maintaining market share and profitability.
Fluctuations in the global economy could impact Constellation Software Inc.'s business operations and financial performance, leading to uncertainties for investors.
Investing in software businesses can be volatile, with rapid technological advancements and changing consumer preferences affecting the industry landscape.
Market conditions and regulatory changes in different regions where Constellation Software Inc. operates may introduce risks that could impact the company's operations and financial results.
Despite recent positive developments, investors should carefully assess the company's financial health, growth strategies, and market positioning before making investment decisions.

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Thursday, April 11, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Constellation Software pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

CSU Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell Constellation Software stock right now?: 6 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Constellation Software in the last year. There are currently 2 hold ratings and 4 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" CSU shares.
View CSU analyst ratings or view top-rated stocks.
What is Constellation Software's stock price target for 2024?: 6 equities research analysts have issued 1 year price targets for Constellation Software's shares. Their CSU share price targets range from C$3,400.00 to C$4,300.00. On average, they anticipate the company's stock price to reach C$3,966.67 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 7.2% from the stock's current price.
View analysts price targets for CSU or view top-rated stocks among Wall Street analysts.
How have CSU shares performed in 2024?: Constellation Software's stock was trading at C$3,285.27 on January 1st, 2024. Since then, CSU shares have increased by 12.6% and is now trading at C$3,700.18.
View the best growth stocks for 2024 here.
When is Constellation Software's next earnings date?: The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Friday, May 10th 2024.
View our CSU earnings forecast.
How were Constellation Software's earnings last quarter?: Constellation Software Inc. (TSE:CSU) issued its earnings results on Wednesday, March, 6th. The company reported $21.21 EPS for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $24.21 by $3.00. The company had revenue of $3.16 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $3.08 billion. Constellation Software had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 3.18% and a net margin of 6.72%.

How often does Constellation Software pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Constellation Software?: Constellation Software declared a quarterly dividend on Wednesday, March 27th. Shareholders of record on Monday, April 15th will be paid a dividend of 1.358 per share on Monday, April 15th. This represents a $5.43 annualized dividend and a yield of 0.15%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Wednesday, March 27th.
Read our dividend analysis for CSU.
Is Constellation Software a good dividend stock?: Constellation Software (TSE:CSU) pays an annual dividend of C$5.42 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 0.15%. The dividend payout ratio is 14.84%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%.
Read our dividend analysis for CSU.
What other stocks do shareholders of Constellation Software own?: Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Constellation Software investors own include Intact Financial (IFC), AutoCanada (ACQ), Alimentation Couche-Tard (ATD.B), AbbVie (ABBV), Vermilion Energy (VET), Wheaton Precious Metals (WPM), Rogers Communications (RCI), Open Text (OTEX), Valeant Pharmaceuticals International (VRX) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD).
How do I buy shares of Constellation Software?: Shares of CSU stock and other Canadian stocks can be purchased through an online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the Canadian stock market include BMO InvestorLine, CIBC Investor's Edge, Desjardins Online Brokerage, HSBC InvestDirect, Laurentian Bank Discount Brokerage, National Bank Direct Brokerage, Qtrade Investor, Questrade, RBC Direct Investing, Scotia iTrade, TD Direct Investing, and Virtual Brokers.
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This page (TSE:CSU) was last updated on 4/18/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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Constellation Software (CSU) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Constellation Software MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Overall MarketRank™

Analyst's Opinion

Short Interest

Short Interest

Dividend Strength

Sustainability and ESG

Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Score

News and Social Media Coverage

News Sentiment

News Coverage This Week

Search Interest

MarketBeat Follows

Company Ownership

Earnings and Valuation

About Constellation Software Stock (TSE:CSU)

CSU Stock Price History

CSU Stock News Headlines

Company Calendar

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Price Target and Rating

Profitability

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Miscellaneous

Key Executives

Key Competitors

Insiders

Should I Buy Constellation Software Stock? CSU Pros and Cons Explained

Pros

Cons

CSU Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

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