Constellation Brands (NYSE:STZ) Stock Price Expected to Rise, JPMorgan Chase & Co. Analyst Says

Constellation Brands (NYSE:STZ) had its price objective raised by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from $155.00 to $163.00 in a report issued on Wednesday,Benzinga reports. The brokerage presently has a “neutral” rating on the stock. JPMorgan Chase & Co.‘s price target would suggest a potential upside of 7.93% from the company’s current price.

Several other research analysts have also recently weighed in on the company. BMO Capital Markets restated an “outperform” rating and issued a $190.00 price target on shares of Constellation Brands in a research note on Friday, January 9th. Barclays lifted their price objective on Constellation Brands from $147.00 to $148.00 and gave the stock an “equal weight” rating in a report on Monday, January 12th. Royal Bank Of Canada reissued an “outperform” rating on shares of Constellation Brands in a research report on Wednesday, March 18th. Sanford C. Bernstein upped their target price on shares of Constellation Brands from $195.00 to $197.00 and gave the company an “outperform” rating in a research note on Friday, January 9th. Finally, Citigroup raised shares of Constellation Brands from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating and raised their price target for the company from $155.00 to $175.00 in a report on Wednesday, March 18th. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twelve have issued a Buy rating, eight have given a Hold rating and two have assigned a Sell rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat, the company has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $178.50.

Constellation Brands Trading Down 0.0%

NYSE:STZ opened at $151.03 on Wednesday. The stock has a market cap of $26.19 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 23.82, a PEG ratio of 0.42 and a beta of 0.44. The company has a quick ratio of 0.70, a current ratio of 1.34 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.29. The company’s 50 day moving average price is $154.96 and its 200-day moving average price is $144.65. Constellation Brands has a 52 week low of $126.45 and a 52 week high of $196.91.

Constellation Brands (NYSE:STZ) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, January 7th. The company reported $3.06 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $2.63 by $0.43. Constellation Brands had a net margin of 11.08% and a return on equity of 29.15%. The company had revenue of $2.22 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $2.17 billion. During the same period in the previous year, the business earned $3.25 EPS. The firm’s revenue for the quarter was down 9.8% on a year-over-year basis. Constellation Brands has set its FY 2026 guidance at 11.300-11.600 EPS. On average, equities research analysts forecast that Constellation Brands will post 13.5 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Institutional Inflows and Outflows

Several institutional investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in STZ. MV Capital Management Inc. purchased a new position in shares of Constellation Brands during the 4th quarter worth $26,000. Root Financial Partners LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Constellation Brands in the 3rd quarter worth $26,000. Stance Capital LLC bought a new position in Constellation Brands in the 3rd quarter worth $26,000. Strive Financial Group LLC bought a new position in Constellation Brands in the 4th quarter worth $27,000. Finally, GoalVest Advisory LLC purchased a new position in Constellation Brands during the fourth quarter valued at $28,000. 77.34% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors.

Key Constellation Brands News

Here are the key news stories impacting Constellation Brands this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Needham reaffirmed a “buy” rating and set a $180 price target (largest upside among recent notes), supporting a bullish near-term view. Constellation Brands is tipped by Evercore to see a near-term rally / Needham note
• Positive Sentiment: UBS raised its price target to $176 and carries a “buy” rating — a meaningful endorsement that suggests upside if results or guidance beat expectations. UBS raises PT to $176
• Positive Sentiment: JPMorgan lifted its target to $163 (neutral rating), signaling improving sentiment across parts of the sell-side. JPMorgan raises PT to $163
• Positive Sentiment: Evercore / other Street notes have been tactical bullish into earnings, citing a potential near-term rally if beer volume/margin trends continue to normalize. Wall Street Turns Tactical on Constellation Brands
• Neutral Sentiment: Earnings previews (Zacks / Yahoo) note Q4 is expected to show declines — wine & spirits softness and cost headwinds may pressure EPS, though beer capacity expansion and premium pricing are cited as offsets. This leaves beat/miss risk high. Constellation Brands to Report Q4 Earnings: Can It Surprise Investors?
• Neutral Sentiment: Barclays raised its price target slightly to $151 and kept an “equal weight” call — more of a neutral signal that the current price already reflects near-term expectations. Barclays raises PT to $151
• Neutral Sentiment: Seeking Alpha pieces discuss valuation and the company’s positioning in consumer staples, useful background but unlikely to move the stock materially ahead of the print. Constellation Brands: Looking At Cheap Consumer Products
• Negative Sentiment: UBS also warns of a “tricky” market setup into the Q4 report — even with improved top-line visibility, the firm expects investor reaction could be muted or negative if results or guidance disappoint. Constellation Brands faces tricky setup, says UBS
• Negative Sentiment: Deutsche Bank has trimmed its expectations for STZ, adding downside risk if the company can’t demonstrate a clear recovery path in volumes/margins. Deutsche Bank lowers expectations for Constellation Brands

Constellation Brands Company Profile

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.