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AU · rank #7 · 2026-09-08
CMCO
NASDAQ · $527M (USD)
SignalStrong Buy5.0strength 5.0 / 10
verdict · PROCEED
The exact numbers the algorithm saw.
| Composite score Z-score blend of all factors below. | 1.739 |
|---|---|
| EPS revisions (30d) Change in consensus EPS estimate over the past 30 days ($/share). | +$0.14 |
| Net revisions (30d) Number of analysts revising upward minus downward. | 3 |
| Insider signal (90d) $194,660 across 2 unique buyers. | 3.000 |
| Analyst upside Consensus target $26.00 | +38.0% |
| Momentum acceleration 3-month minus 12-month momentum. | +48.46% |
| Analyst rating 5 = Strong Buy, 1 = Strong Sell. | 4.00 |
| Gross margin TTM | +35.1% |
| 52w high | $24.13 |
| Market cap (USD) | $527M |
The AI research card
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Summary
Columbus McKinnon Corporation is a global provider of industrial material handling and motion control equipment, such as hoists and cranes, for diversified end markets.
Rationale
A massive 123% Q1 earnings surprise and upgraded FY27 adjusted EPS guidance of $1.90–$2.10 underpin the 100% analyst revision agreement and 38% upside potential [RECENT_DEVELOPMENTS].
Material risks
- 1Cyclical exposure to industrial capex and short-cycle demand soft spots, which have historically pressured sales and compressed margins [BUSINESS_STATUS, TOP_RISKS].
- 2Tariff headwinds and trade policy execution risks, alongside leadership transition friction with a newly appointed chief financial officer [RECENT_DEVELOPMENTS, TOP_RISKS].
AI verdict council
Each pick is reviewed independently by 3 models before any order. 2 of 3 voted to proceed.
OpenAI
Proceed
Claude
Caution
Gemini
Proceed