Core & Main Inc (CNM) Stock Analysis
Verdict: WATCH (do not buy)
M&A volume growth and 7.8% FCF yield offset weak organic demand, positioning CNM for upside if municipal water spend holds.
Investment score: 60/100
Analysis as of
7-factor investment score
- Valuation: 68/100 (weight 20%)
- Financial Health: 58/100 (weight 15%)
- Technical Momentum: 40/100 (weight 15%)
- Earnings Quality: 78/100 (weight 15%)
- Insider Sentiment: 52/100 (weight 10%)
- Analyst Consensus: 58/100 (weight 10%)
- Risk-Adjusted Return: 62/100 (weight 15%)
Core & Main Inc opportunities and risks
What speaks for CNM
- 7.8% Free Cash Flow Yield provides strong valuation support and capital flexibility.
What speaks against CNM
- Residential construction slowdown directly reduces greenfield pipe and hydrant sales.
Peers and competitors
| Ticker | P/E | P/S | EV/EBITDA | Gross margin | Net margin | FCF yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CNM | 17.5x | 1.0x | 10.9x | 27.0% | 6.0% | 7.8% |
| SUNB | 21.9x | 2.6x | 10.0x | 44.6% | 12.0% | 12.4% |
| WCC | 22.9x | 0.7x | 14.0x | 21.4% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
| WSO | 26.3x | 1.7x | 17.2x | 27.9% | 6.5% | 5.6% |
| QXO | n/a | 1.2x | 41.1x | 19.2% | -5.2% | 1.2% |
| AIT | 28.4x | 2.3x | 21.7x | 30.3% | 8.3% | 3.9% |
| Peer median | 22.9x | 1.7x | 17.2x | 27.9% | 6.5% | 3.9% |
Frequently asked questions about Core & Main Inc (CNM)
Is CNM stock a good investment?
The TradeMates model rates Core & Main Inc as WATCH (do not buy) with an investment score of 60/100. M&A volume growth and 7.8% FCF yield offset weak organic demand, positioning CNM for upside if municipal water spend holds. This is algorithmic model output, not personal investment advice.
Is CNM stock a buy?
The TradeMates model verdict for CNM is WATCH (do not buy) with an investment score of 60/100. Treat this as a model signal to review, not a personal buy recommendation.