Core & Main, Inc. (CNM) has a MoatMap StockRank of 69/100 based on Quality (70/100), Value (41/100), and Momentum (41/100) factor scores. The current signal is BUY. Core & Main is a leading distributor of water infrastructure products in the US, boasting high ROIC and a consolidated market position. The localization of manufacturing (gigafactories, semiconductor fabs) requires massive municipal and industrial water infrastructure upgrades, creating a powerful, non-cyclical demand tailwind.
Core & Main, Inc. is a leading distributor of water, wastewater, storm drainage, and fire protection products and services to municipalities, private water companies, and professional contractors. It holds a leading market position as one of the largest distributors in its fragmented industry, benefiting from an extensive national network, broad product offering, and value-added services. The company is a mission-critical supplier to essential infrastructure, acting as a crucial link between manufacturers and end-users.
| Price | $52.12 |
| Market Cap | $9.6B |
| P/E (TTM) | 22.67 |
| P/E (Forward) | 17.55 |
| Price/Book | 4.95 |
| Return on Equity | 24.0% |
| Return on Invested Capital | 14.0% |
| Debt/Equity | 118.47 |
| Gross Margin | 26.9% |
| Operating Margin | 7.5% |
| Revenue Growth | -6.9% |
| Free Cash Flow | $464M |
Core & Main, Inc. operates in the Industrial Distribution industry, part of the Industrials sector (United States).