Is STZ a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. (STZ) receives a "Hold" rating with a composite score of 45.5/100. It is ranked #1,291 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 50/100, Value 47/100, Momentum 42/100. The timing signal is "Neutral". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for STZ?

CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. (STZ) has a "Hold" rating and 3-star score. The composite score of 45.5 ranks it #1,291 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is STZ in?

CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. operates in the Consumer Staples sector (Beer & Liquor industry) with a market cap of $26.20 billion. It is classified as a large-cap stock.

Does STZ pay a dividend?

Yes, STZ pays a dividend with a current yield of 2.98%. The Consumer Staples sector average yield is 0.38%. For every $1,000 invested, you would receive approximately $29.80 in annual dividend income.

What is STZ's P/E ratio?

STZ has a trailing P/E ratio of 12.34x. The Consumer Staples sector average is 33.1x. This below-average P/E may indicate the stock is undervalued.

How profitable is STZ?

STZ's quality factor score is 50/100. Gross margin: 52.1%. ROE: 27.0% vs sector average 7.7%. High margins suggest pricing power and competitive moats.

How is STZ valued compared to peers?

STZ's value factor score is 47/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 12.3x, EV/EBITDA 12.0x. Valuation is roughly in line with peers.

What is STZ's debt level?

STZ's debt-to-equity ratio is 129%. Sector average: 72%. Moderate leverage is normal for established companies.

STZ has a beta of 0.51, meaning it is less volatile than the market. Stability score: 80/100.

Does STZ have high short interest?

STZ's short interest factor score is 12/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

STZ Stock Analysis: Hold (Score 45.5/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
STZ	+1.89%	+9.89%	+10.70%	+20.43%	-10.07%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLP	-1.29%	+0.59%	-3.91%	+6.04%	+3.81%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	+1.95%	+6.28%	+10.36%	+20.79%	-39.59%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	+3.18%	+9.30%	+14.61%	+14.40%	-13.87%	-	-	-

Metric	STZ	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	12.3x	-63%
EV/EBITDA	12.0x	+74%
Price / Book	3.3x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
ITRN Ituran Location & Control Ltd.	60	48	82	70	19.6x	122.1%	47.8%	16.8%	-	0.0x	$1.0B	VS
SENEA Seneca Foods Corp	55	49	59	69	10.3x	14.4%	14.3%	6.7%	70.9%	39.0x	$1.1B	VS
JBSS SANFILIPPO JOHN B & SON INC	54	50	57	61	12.8x	20.2%	19.3%	6.3%	14.0%	11.0x	$965M	VS
ARW ARROW ELECTRONICS, INC.	53	50	73	63	15.8x	7.2%	11.2%	1.6%	11.9%	337.0x	$7.5B	VS
SFD SMITHFIELD FOODS INC	53	50	72	57	13.8x	11.9%	19.9%	7.5%	7.3%	29.0x	$11.3B	VS
BG Bunge Global SA	53	50	54	69	24.9x	5.7%	5.4%	1.8%	67.3%	59.0x	$24.8B	VS
DAR DARLING INGREDIENTS INC.	53	50	55	71	142.7x	1.5%	24.1%	1.2%	13.3%	114.0x	$9.9B	VS
ADM Archer-Daniels-Midland Co	52	50	52	64	54.6x	2.8%	6.4%	0.8%	-8.4%	33.0x	$34.9B	VS
CTVA Corteva, Inc.	52	49	51	60	50.6x	4.7%	42.9%	0.2%	-57.2%	76.0x	$56.3B	VS
MO ALTRIA GROUP, INC.	51	50	67	51	13.6x	-	62.1%	33.8%	-2.2%	-990.0x	$109.5B	VS
STZ CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC.	46	50	47	42	12.3x	27.0%	52.1%	22.4%	-23.8%	129.0x	$26.2B

Key Ratio	TTM	2026	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
Gross Margin %	0.5%	0.5%	0.5%	0.5%	0.5%	0.5%	0.5%	0.5%	0.5%	0.5%	0.4%
Operating Margin %	0.3%	0.3%	0.0%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.2%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%
EBITDA Margin %	0.3%	0.3%	0.0%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%
Net Margin %	0.2%	0.2%	-0.0%	0.2%	-0.0%	0.0%	0.2%	0.0%	0.4%	0.3%	0.2%
FCF Margin %	-	-	-	-	-	-	20.8%	20.0%	15.3%	10.5%	9.8%
ROE %	0.3%	0.1%	-0.0%	0.2%	-0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.0%	0.3%	0.3%	0.2%
ROA %	0.1%	0.0%	-0.0%	0.1%	-0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
ROIC %	0.1%	3.0%	1.6%	11.5%	11.2%	8.3%	9.4%	7.0%	7.3%	9.9%	10.5%

Key Ratio

TTM

2026

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

Gross Margin %

0.5%

0.4%

Operating Margin %

0.3%

0.0%

0.3%

0.2%

0.3%

EBITDA Margin %

0.3%

0.0%

0.3%

Net Margin %

0.2%

-0.0%

0.2%

-0.0%

0.0%

0.2%

0.0%

0.4%

0.3%

0.2%

FCF Margin %

20.8%

20.0%

15.3%

10.5%

9.8%

ROE %

0.3%

0.1%

-0.0%

0.2%

-0.0%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.3%

0.2%

ROA %

0.1%

0.0%

-0.0%

0.1%

-0.0%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

ROIC %

0.1%

3.0%

1.6%

11.5%

11.2%

8.3%

9.4%

7.0%

7.3%

9.9%

10.5%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
	$9.7B	$10.2B	$10.0B	$9.5B	$8.8B	$9.4B	$9.1B	$8.9B	$8.3B	$8.1B	$7.2B	$6.7B
	—	$4.9B	$4.9B	$4.7B	$4.1B	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$5.0B	$5.3B	$5.0B	$4.8B	$4.7B	$4.5B	$4.2B	$4.1B	$3.8B	$3.5B	$2.9B	$2.6B
Gross Margin	52.1%	52.1%	50.4%	50.4%	53.4%	47.7%	45.6%	45.9%	45.8%	43.7%	40.7%	38.6%
	—	$1.9B	$1.8B	$1.9B	$1.7B	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Depreciation	—	—	—	—	—	$329M	$359M	$477M	$495M	$307M	$234M	$214M
Total Operating Expenses	—	$5.0B	$1.8B	$1.9B	$2.4B	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$3.1B	$355M	$3.2B	$2.8B	$2.3B	$2.8B	$2.2B	$2.4B	$2.3B	$2.1B	$1.8B	$1.5B
EBIT	$3.1B	$355M	$3.2B	$2.8B	$2.3B	$2.8B	$2.2B	$2.4B	$2.3B	$2.1B	$1.8B	$1.5B
EBITDA	$3.1B	$355M	$3.2B	$2.8B	$2.3B	$3.1B	$2.5B	$2.9B	$2.8B	$2.7B	$2.0B	$1.7B
Operating Margin	31.7%	3.5%	31.8%	30.1%	26.4%	29.8%	23.6%	27.2%	27.4%	26.4%	24.4%	22.5%
EBITDA Margin	31.7%	3.5%	31.8%	30.1%	26.4%	33.4%	27.6%	32.5%	33.3%	33.5%	27.7%	25.7%
	—	—	—	—	—	$13M	$2M	$2M	$97M	$0	$1M	—
	—	-$83M	$2.2B	$384M	$310M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	-$52M	$457M	$422M	$309M	$511M	-$967M	$686M	$23M	$550M	$441M	$343M
	$2.2B	-$31M	$1.8B	-$39M	$1M	$2.0B	$21M	$3.5B	$2.3B	$1.5B	$1.1B	$836M
Net Margin	22.4%	-0.3%	17.7%	-0.4%	0.0%	21.7%	0.2%	38.9%	27.8%	19.0%	14.7%	12.5%
	-	-	-	-	-	$10.44	$-0.14	$34.81	$11.96	-	$10.34	$8.40
Diluted EPS	-	-	-	-	-	$10.44	$-0.14	$34.81	$11.96	-	$10.34	$8.40

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

$9.7B

$10.2B

$10.0B

$9.5B

$8.8B

$9.4B

$9.1B

$8.9B

$8.3B

$8.1B

$7.2B

$6.7B

—

$4.9B

$4.7B

$4.1B

—

$5.0B

$5.3B

$5.0B

$4.8B

$4.7B

$4.5B

$4.2B

$4.1B

$3.8B

$3.5B

$2.9B

$2.6B

Gross Margin

52.1%

50.4%

53.4%

47.7%

45.6%

45.9%

45.8%

43.7%

40.7%

38.6%

—

$1.9B

$1.8B

$1.9B

$1.7B

—

Depreciation

—

$329M

$359M

$477M

$495M

$307M

$234M

$214M

Total Operating Expenses

—

$5.0B

$1.8B

$1.9B

$2.4B

—

$3.1B

$355M

$3.2B

$2.8B

$2.3B

$2.8B

$2.2B

$2.4B

$2.3B

$2.1B

$1.8B

$1.5B

EBIT

$3.1B

$355M

$3.2B

$2.8B

$2.3B

$2.8B

$2.2B

$2.4B

$2.3B

$2.1B

$1.8B

$1.5B

EBITDA

$3.1B

$355M

$3.2B

$2.8B

$2.3B

$3.1B

$2.5B

$2.9B

$2.8B

$2.7B

$2.0B

$1.7B

Operating Margin

31.7%

3.5%

31.8%

30.1%

26.4%

29.8%

23.6%

27.2%

27.4%

26.4%

24.4%

22.5%

EBITDA Margin

31.7%

3.5%

31.8%

30.1%

26.4%

33.4%

27.6%

32.5%

33.3%

33.5%

27.7%

25.7%

—

$13M

$2M

$97M

$1M

—

-$83M

$2.2B

$384M

$310M

—

Income Tax Expense

—

-$52M

$457M

$422M

$309M

$511M

-$967M

$686M

$23M

$550M

$441M

$343M

$2.2B

-$31M

$1.8B

-$39M

$1M

$2.0B

$21M

$3.5B

$2.3B

$1.5B

$1.1B

$836M

Net Margin

22.4%

-0.3%

17.7%

-0.4%

0.0%

21.7%

0.2%

38.9%

27.8%

19.0%

14.7%

12.5%

$10.44

$-0.14

$34.81

$11.96

$10.34

$8.40

Diluted EPS

$10.44

$-0.14

$34.81

$11.96

$10.34

$8.40

CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. (STZ) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. Do?

Constellation Brands, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, produces, imports, markets, and sells beer, wine, and spirits in the United States, Canada, Mexico, New Zealand, and Italy. It provides beer primarily under the Corona Extra, Corona Premier, Corona Familiar, Corona Light, Corona Refresca, Corona Hard Seltzer, Modelo Especial, Modelo Negra, Modelo Chelada, Pacifico, and Victoria brands. The company offers wine under the 7 Moons, Cook's California Champagne, Cooper & Thief, Crafters Union, Kim Crawford, Meiomi, Mount Veeder, Ruffino, SIMI, The Dreaming Tree, Charles Smith, The Prisoner Wine Company, Robert Mondavi, My Favorite Neighbor, and Schrader; and spirits under the Casa Noble, Copper & Kings, High West, Mi CAMPO, Nelson's Green Brier, and SVEDKA brands. It provides its products to wholesale distributors, retailers, on-premise locations, and state alcohol beverage control agencies. Constellation Brands, Inc. was founded in 1945 and is headquartered in Victor, New York. CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. (STZ) is classified as a large-cap stock in the Consumer Staples sector, specifically within the Beer & Liquor industry. The company is led by CEO William A. Newlands and employs approximately 10,000 people, headquartered in VICTOR, New York. With a market capitalization of $26.2B, STZ is one of the prominent companies in the Consumer Staples sector.

CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. (STZ) Stock Rating — Hold (April 2026)

As of April 2026, CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. receives a Hold rating with a composite score of 45.5/100 and 3 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.STZ ranks #1,291 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Consumer Staples sector, CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. ranks #44 of 180 stocks, placing it in the top quartile of its Consumer Staples peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

STZ Stock Price and 52-Week Range

CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. (STZ) currently trades at $166.55. The stock gained $3.48 (2.1%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for STZ is $196.91, which means the stock is currently trading -15.4% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $126.45, putting the stock 31.7% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 490K shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is STZ Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. (STZ) carries a value factor score of 47/100 in the Blank Capital model, indicating fair valuation relative to historical norms. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 12.34x, compared to the Consumer Staples sector average of 33.11x — a discount of 63%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 3.33x, versus the sector average of 1.74x. The price-to-sales ratio is 2.76x, compared to 0.35x for the average Consumer Staples stock. On an enterprise value basis, STZ trades at 12.03x EV/EBITDA, versus 6.93x for the sector.

Overall, STZ's valuation appears roughly in line with sector benchmarks, suggesting the market is pricing the stock fairly given its current fundamentals and growth trajectory. Neither deep value nor significantly overpriced, the stock occupies a middle ground on valuation.

CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. (STZ) earns a quality factor score of 50/100, indicating solid business quality with consistent operational execution. The return on equity (ROE) is 27.0%, compared to the Consumer Staples sector average of 7.7%, which demonstrates strong shareholder value creation. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 10.0% versus the sector average of 3.1%.

On a margin basis, CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. reports gross margins of 52.1%, compared to 26.2% for the sector. The operating margin is 31.7% (sector: 2.9%). Net profit margin stands at 22.4%, versus 1.6% for the average Consumer Staples stock. Revenue growth is running at -23.8% on a trailing basis, compared to 3.1% for the sector. The overall profitability profile is adequate, though there may be room for margin expansion.

STZ Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. has a debt-to-equity ratio of 129.0%, compared to the Consumer Staples sector average of 72.0%. Leverage is within a manageable range for the industry, though investors should monitor debt trends over time. The current ratio is 1.34x, suggesting adequate working capital coverage. Total debt on the balance sheet is $10.29B.

STZ has a beta of 0.51, meaning it is less volatile than the S&P 500, making it a relatively defensive holding. The stability factor score for CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. is 80/100, indicating low-volatility characteristics and consistent price behavior that appeals to risk-averse investors.

CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. reported revenue of $9.68B. Net income for the quarter was $2.16B. Gross margin was 52.1%. Operating income came in at $3.07B.

In Q3 2026, CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. reported revenue of $2.22B. Net income for the quarter was $522M. Gross margin was 53.2%. Revenue grew -9.8% year-over-year compared to Q3 2025. Operating income came in at $692M.

In Q2 2026, CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. reported revenue of $2.48B. Net income for the quarter was $486M. Gross margin was 52.8%. Revenue grew -15.0% year-over-year compared to Q2 2025. Operating income came in at $874M.

In Q1 2026, CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. reported revenue of $2.52B. Net income for the quarter was $524M. Gross margin was 50.4%. Revenue grew -5.5% year-over-year compared to Q1 2025. Operating income came in at $714M.

Over the past 8 quarters, CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $2.66B to $9.68B. Investors analyzing STZ stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

STZ Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. (STZ) currently pays a dividend yield of 3.0%. At this yield, a $10,000 investment in STZ stock would generate approximately $$298.00 in annual dividend income. This compares to the Consumer Staples sector average dividend yield of 0.4%, meaning STZ offers above-average income for its sector. With a net margin of 22.4%, the dividend appears well-covered by earnings, suggesting sustainable payouts going forward.

STZ Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. (STZ) has a momentum factor score of 42/100, reflecting neutral trend characteristics. The stock is neither significantly outperforming nor underperforming the broader market on a momentum basis. The investment factor score is 38/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 12/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

STZ vs Competitors — Consumer Staples Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Consumer Staples sector, CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. (STZ) ranks #44 out of 180 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places STZ in the top quartile of all Consumer Staples stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include Ituran Location & Control Ltd. (ITRN) with a score of 60.3/100, DARLING INGREDIENTS INC. (DAR) with a score of 52.9/100, Bunge Global SA (BG) with a score of 53.0/100, SANFILIPPO JOHN B & SON INC (JBSS) with a score of 54.1/100, and Archer-Daniels-Midland Co (ADM) with a score of 52.2/100.

Comparing STZ against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full STZ vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

STZ Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. (STZ) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy STZ? — Investment Thesis Summary

CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. presents a balanced picture with arguments on both sides. Low volatility (stability score 80/100) reduces downside risk.

In summary, CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. (STZ) earns a Hold rating with a composite score of 45.5/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on STZ stock.

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