As we step into February, it's time to consider the potential of Constellation Brands, a leading player in the Beverages sector listed on the NYSE. With a robust net invested capital of $20.9B and a strong equity base of $8.4B, the company's financial leverage is noteworthy. Despite operating expenses of $1.9B and a long-term debt of $11.3B, Constellation Brands has managed to maintain a healthy gross profit of $4.8B. With a strong buy consensus among analysts and a promising dividend yield of 1.46%, this domestic primary company is worth considering for investment this month. Constellation Brands is set to release its earnings report tomorrow. The forthcoming quarterly report is slated for the 5th of January, 2024. Currently, the company's Current Ratio remains fairly stable in comparison to the previous year. The Debt to Equity Ratio is projected to increase to 1.28 in 2024, while the Net Income Per Employee is expected to decrease to $1.3K in 2024. Given that many millennials are steering clear of the beverage sector, it's logical to delve deeper into Constellation Brands Class and attempt to decipher its current market trends. I will discuss a few potential reasons why investors currently undervalue this stock.
Constellation Brands financial leverage ratio helps determine the effect of debt on the overall profitability of the company. It measures the total debt position of Constellation Brands, including all of Constellation Brands's outstanding debt obligations, and compares it with the equity. In simple terms, the high financial leverage means the cost of production, together with running the business day-to-day, is high, whereas, lower financial leverage implies lower fixed cost investment in the business and generally considered by investors to be a good sign. So if creditors own a majority of Constellation Brands assets, the company is considered highly leveraged. Understanding the
composition and structure of overall Constellation Brands debt and outstanding corporate bonds gives a good idea of
how risky the capital structure of a business is and if it is worth investing in it. Please read more on our
technical analysis page.
Understanding Constellation Total Debt
Constellation Brands liabilities are broken down into two parts on the balance sheet. These are short-term (or current) obligations and long-term debt. Constellation Brands has to fulfill its short-term liabilities in this reporting year and should be no more than 12 months old. Long-term debt, on the other hand, is anything beyond the 12-month payment timeframe. Common short-term liabilities found on Constellation Brands balance sheet include debt obligations and money owed to different Constellation Brands vendors, workers, and loan providers. Below is the chart of Constellation main long-term debt accounts currently reported on its balance sheet.
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How important is Constellation Brands's Liquidity
Constellation Brands
financial leverage refers to using borrowed capital as a funding source to finance Constellation Brands Class ongoing operations. It is usually used to expand the firm's asset base and generate returns on borrowed capital. Constellation Brands financial leverage is typically calculated by taking the company's all interest-bearing debt and dividing it by total capital. So the higher the debt-to-capital ratio (i.e., financial leverage), the riskier the company. Financial leverage can amplify the potential profits to Constellation Brands' owners, but it also increases the potential losses and risk of financial distress, including bankruptcy, if the firm cannot cover its debt costs. The degree of Constellation Brands' financial leverage can be measured in several ways, including by ratios such as the debt-to-equity ratio (total debt / total equity), equity multiplier (total assets / total equity), or the debt ratio (total debt / total assets). Please check the
breakdown between Constellation Brands's total debt and its cash.
Detailed Perspective On Constellation Brands
The current indifference towards the small price fluctuations of Constellation Brands created some momentum for investors as it was traded today as low as
241.86 and as high as
243.56 per share. The company directors and management did not add any value to Constellation Brands investors in
December. However, most investors can still diversify their portfolios with Constellation Brands to hedge their inherited risk against high-volatility market scenarios. The stock standard deviation of daily returns for 90 days investing horizon is currently 1.18. The below-average Stock volatility is a good sign for longer-term investment options and for buy-and-hold investors.
Asset Breakdown
| Total Assets | 26.34 Billion |
| Current Assets | 3.67 Billion |
| Assets Non Current | 22.68 Billion |
| Goodwill | 11.26 Billion |
| Tax Assets | 2.4 Billion |
Buy low, sell high. This age-old investment wisdom may apply to Constellation Brands this February.
Despite a challenging market environment, the company's financials reveal a strong position. With a current ratio of 1.40X, Constellation Brands demonstrates a healthy balance sheet, capable of meeting short-term obligations. The company's operating income stands at a robust $2.8B, indicating a solid operational efficiency. Furthermore, the company's market capitalization of $44.8B and a forward dividend yield of 0.0146 suggest a potential for growth and income for investors. However, investors should also consider the company's risk-adjusted performance of -0.02 and a probability of bankruptcy at 15.45%. Despite these risks, the potential rewards may make Constellation Brands a stock to watch this February. .
Will Constellation continue to rise?
The current standard deviation of Constellation Brands stands at 1.25, indicating a moderate level of volatility. This suggests that the stock's returns have demonstrated a reasonable degree of fluctuation, potentially offering profitable trading opportunities for investors. Given the company's robust portfolio of premium spirits, wines, and beers, coupled with its strategic investments in the cannabis industry, there is a strong likelihood that Constellation Brands may continue its upward trajectory. However, investors should remain alert to market dynamics and potential risks. Constellation Brands Class exhibits very low volatility, with a skewness of -0.6 and a kurtosis of 1.02. However, we recommend investors to further examine the technical indicators of Constellation Brands Class to ensure that all market information is available and reliable. Understanding different
market volatility trends often assists investors in timing the market. Proper use of volatility indicators allows traders to measure the risk of Constellation Brands' stock against market volatility during both bullish and bearish trends. The heightened level of volatility that accompanies bear markets can directly impact the stock price of Constellation Brands, adding stress to investors as they watch the value of their shares plummet. This typically compels investors to rebalance their portfolios by purchasing different stocks as prices fall.
Our Final Perspective on Constellation Brands
While some other entities under the beverages—wineries & distilleries industry are still a bit expensive, Constellation Brands may offer a potential longer-term growth to investors. With a relatively neutral outlook on the current economy, it is better to hold off any trading of Constellation as the current risk-reward utility is not appealing enough. Please use our equity advice module to run different scenarios to ensure your current risk level and investment horizon are fully reflective of your current investing preferences in regards to Constellation Brands.
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Vlad Skutelnik is a Macroaxis Contributor. Vlad covers stocks, funds, cryptocurrencies, and ETFs that are traded in North America, focusing primarily on fundamentals, valuation and market volatility. He has many years of experience in fintech, predictive investment analytics, and risk management.
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