Constellation Brands (NYSE:STZ) Issues FY 2027 Earnings Guidance

Constellation Brands (NYSE:STZ) issued an update on its FY 2027 earnings guidance on Tuesday. The company provided EPS guidance of 11.200-11.900 for the period, compared to the consensus EPS estimate of 11.740. The company issued revenue guidance of -.

Constellation Brands Stock Up 2.7%

Shares of STZ traded up $3.05 during midday trading on Tuesday, hitting $116.36. The company had a trading volume of 5,524,698 shares, compared to its average volume of 2,228,840. The stock has a market cap of $19.87 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 11.10, a PEG ratio of 2.24 and a beta of 0.44. The company’s 50 day moving average price is $126.62 and its 200 day moving average price is $138.90. The company has a quick ratio of 0.48, a current ratio of 0.91 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.06. Constellation Brands has a 52 week low of $110.60 and a 52 week high of $168.60.

Constellation Brands (NYSE:STZ) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, October 6th. The company reported $3.74 EPS for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $3.55 by $0.19. The business had revenue of $2.63 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $2.54 billion. Constellation Brands had a net margin of 18.87% and a return on equity of 25.58%. Constellation Brands has set its FY 2027 guidance at 11.200-11.900 EPS. On average, equities research analysts predict that Constellation Brands will post 11.81 EPS for the current year.

Analyst Ratings Changes

Several research analysts have recently commented on the company. Freedom Capital lowered Constellation Brands from a “strong-buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Wednesday, July 1st. Sanford C. Bernstein decreased their price objective on shares of Constellation Brands from $197.00 to $180.00 and set an “outperform” rating for the company in a report on Monday, September 28th. BMO Capital Markets reiterated an “outperform” rating and set a $190.00 target price on shares of Constellation Brands in a research note on Thursday, July 2nd. Bank of America reduced their price target on shares of Constellation Brands from $152.00 to $145.00 and set an “underperform” rating on the stock in a research report on Thursday, July 2nd. Finally, BNP Paribas Exane lowered their price objective on shares of Constellation Brands from $115.00 to $110.00 and set an “underperform” rating for the company in a research report on Monday, September 21st. Eleven research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, nine have issued a Hold rating and two have issued a Sell rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the company has an average rating of “Hold” and a consensus target price of $157.40.

Constellation Brands News Roundup

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

• Positive Sentiment: STZ is trading at what reports describe as its cheapest valuation in more than a decade, potentially attracting value-oriented investors after the stock reached 11-year lows. Investors will look for evidence that weakness is already reflected in the share price. STZ valuation ahead of earnings
• Positive Sentiment: Options-market positioning is bullish ahead of the earnings release, indicating that some traders anticipate a favorable reaction or a rebound from the recent selloff. Barchart options sentiment
• Positive Sentiment: Wells Fargo maintained an “overweight” rating despite cutting its price target to $140 from $170. The revised target still implies meaningful upside from recent levels, offering a potential catalyst if results and guidance stabilize. Wells Fargo price target
• Neutral Sentiment: The earnings report is the key near-term event. Investors are expected to focus on beer sales—particularly Modelo—profit margins, earnings per share, and management’s full-year outlook. A large market reaction is possible depending on the guidance.
• Neutral Sentiment: Constellation’s approximately 3.6% dividend yield may appeal to income-focused investors, but the dividend alone is unlikely to outweigh concerns about weakening operating performance. Constellation Brands dividend yield
• Negative Sentiment: The company has endured a difficult year, with nearly 17% of its market value erased amid slowing Modelo momentum and tighter margins. Analysts and commentators warn that the stock could remain a “falling knife” if the quarterly report fails to show an improvement. Constellation Brands earnings preview
• Negative Sentiment: Wells Fargo’s substantial price-target reduction highlights ongoing analyst concerns about the company’s growth and profitability outlook, even though the firm remains positive on the shares overall.

Constellation Brands Company Profile

Constellation Brands, Inc is a beverage alcohol company that develops, markets and distributes beer, wine and spirits. Its portfolio includes well-known beer brands such as Modelo Especial, Corona Extra, Corona Light and Pacifico, along with wine brands including Robert Mondavi, Kim Crawford, Meiomi, The Prisoner Wine Company and Ruffino.

The company also offers spirits through brands such as Casa Noble tequila and High West whiskey. Constellation’s products are sold through retailers, distributors, restaurants and other on-premise locations, with a primary focus on the United States.