AU · rank #9 · 2026-09-09
CMCO
NASDAQ · $527M (USD)
The exact numbers the algorithm saw.
| Composite score Z-score blend of all factors below. | 1.645 |
|---|---|
| EPS revisions (30d) Change in consensus EPS estimate over the past 30 days ($/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 | +39.9% |
| Momentum acceleration 3-month minus 12-month momentum. | +31.45% |
| 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 designs and manufactures material handling and motion control systems, such as hoists and cranes, for diverse industrial markets.
Rationale
A massive 123% Q1 FY27 earnings surprise and raised FY27 adjusted EPS guidance to $1.90–$2.10 have driven 100% analyst revision agreement and price target raises, validating the model's analyst upside signals.
Material risks
- 1Cyclical contraction in industrial capex and short-cycle demand that could deplete the company's project-heavy backlog.
- 2Unfavorable tariff and trade policy impacts that could elevate costs and compress gross margins.
AI verdict council
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