Constellation Brands (NYSE:STZ – Get Free Report) had its target price hoisted by stock analysts at Bank of America from $142.00 to $154.00 in a research report issued to clients and investors on Friday,Benzinga reports. The firm presently has an “underperform” rating on the stock. Bank of America‘s target price points to a potential downside of 7.28% from the stock’s previous close.
A number of other brokerages have also commented on STZ. Royal Bank Of Canada reissued an “outperform” rating and set a $185.00 price target on shares of Constellation Brands in a report on Friday. Morgan Stanley raised their price target on Constellation Brands from $160.00 to $183.00 and gave the company an “equal weight” rating in a report on Friday. Evercore set a $175.00 price target on Constellation Brands and gave the company an “outperform” rating in a report on Friday. Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft raised their price target on Constellation Brands from $154.00 to $155.00 and gave the company a “hold” rating in a report on Friday. Finally, UBS Group raised their target price on Constellation Brands from $176.00 to $186.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research note on Friday. One research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twelve have given a Buy rating, eight have issued a Hold rating and two have assigned a Sell rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the stock has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $176.33.
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Constellation Brands Price Performance
Constellation Brands (NYSE:STZ – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, April 8th. The company reported $1.90 EPS for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.71 by $0.19. The company had revenue of $1.92 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $1.84 billion. Constellation Brands had a return on equity of 26.18% and a net margin of 17.29%.The company’s quarterly revenue was down 11.3% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period last year, the company earned $2.63 earnings per share. Equities analysts anticipate that Constellation Brands will post 13.5 EPS for the current year.
Hedge Funds Weigh In On Constellation Brands
A number of hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently modified their holdings of STZ. Root Financial Partners LLC acquired a new position in shares of Constellation Brands in the 3rd quarter valued at $26,000. MV Capital Management Inc. acquired a new stake in Constellation Brands during the 4th quarter worth about $26,000. Stance Capital LLC acquired a new stake in Constellation Brands during the 3rd quarter worth about $26,000. Strive Financial Group LLC acquired a new stake in Constellation Brands during the 4th quarter worth about $27,000. Finally, GoalVest Advisory LLC acquired a new stake in Constellation Brands during the 4th quarter worth about $28,000. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 77.34% of the company’s stock.
Constellation Brands News Summary
Here are the key news stories impacting Constellation Brands this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Q4 beat on both EPS and revenue and management highlighted strong cash returns (buybacks + higher dividend), which traders rewarded as proof of shareholder-friendly capital allocation. Constellation Brands Soars on Upbeat Q4 Earnings
- Positive Sentiment: Beer business momentum is improving and Morgan Stanley sees a visible beer-volume inflection — a key driver given Constellation’s exposure to Corona/Modelo. This narrative supports hopes for stabilization and a recovery pathway. Beer Volume Inflection (Morgan Stanley)
- Positive Sentiment: Several sell‑side firms reacted by raising price targets or reaffirming favorable ratings (Needham, RBC, Morgan Stanley raised/updated targets), helping buy‑side momentum after the print and propping the rebound. RBC Analyst Comment
- Neutral Sentiment: Despite beats, underlying revenue declined ~11% YoY (wine & spirits weakness offsets beer strength), so the quarter’s quality is mixed — good versus expectations, weak on a year‑over‑year basis. Q4 Earnings Highlights
- Neutral Sentiment: Management commentary (including incoming leadership involvement) signaled improvement in key Hispanic consumer zip codes — supportive if trends continue but still early to confirm a durable turnaround. QuiverQuant: Results & Leadership
- Negative Sentiment: FY‑2027 EPS guidance ($11.20–$11.90) came in below Street consensus, and management withdrew FY‑2028 guidance — a clear near‑term disappointment that pressured some investors and highlights macro/volume uncertainty. FY27 Guidance Disappoints
- Negative Sentiment: Analyst views are mixed — while some raised targets, a few firms (including Bank of America keeping an underperform) still signal downside risk if margins or demand don’t rebound, adding caution for longer‑term holders. BofA / Price Target Coverage
About Constellation Brands
Constellation Brands, Inc is a leading producer and marketer of beer, wine and spirits, with operations spanning production, importation, marketing and distribution. The company’s beverage portfolio includes a range of premium and mainstream wines and spirits alongside major imported beer brands; in the U.S. market Constellation is widely known for its role in bringing Mexican imports such as Corona and Modelo to American consumers. Constellation supplies retail, on‑premise and foodservice channels and supports its brands with national sales and marketing platforms and supply‑chain capabilities.
The company traces its roots to the Canandaigua Wine Company, founded by Marvin Sands in 1945, and evolved through organic growth and acquisition into a diversified beverage company.
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