Columbus McKinnon Past Earnings Performance
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Columbus McKinnon's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -43.9%, while the Machinery industry saw earnings growing at 8.3% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 6.5% per year.
Key information
-43.93%
Earnings growth rate
-44.37%
EPS growth rate
| Machinery Industry Growth | 8.77% |
| Revenue growth rate | 6.51% |
| Return on equity | -15.84% |
| Net Margin | -17.80% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Mar 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • Jun 06
Columbus McKinnon: Not Enough Growth To Answer Concerns About Leverage And Integration Risk
Summary Columbus McKinnon reported sluggish underlying volume growth in its fiscal fourth quarter, and guidance suggests modest core '27 growth despite improving short-cycle trends. Automation demand trends appear to be healthy, but weaker overall manufacturing and warehouse construction spending, as well as cautious industrial capex, are risks that need to be monitored. Deleveraging will dominate capital allocation for years; current valuation implies meaningful skepticism about achieving margin and growth targets. If mid-single-digit revenue growth and low-20's EBITDA margins are still credible targets, the shares are meaningfully undervalued, but the Street needs to see more progress on margin leverage and synergy. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Jun 04
CMCO: Lower Discount Rate Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have kept their $30.00 price target for Columbus McKinnon unchanged, citing slightly adjusted assumptions around the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E to support the current valuation view. What's in the News No recent news items, periodical articles, or key developments were available in the provided sources for Columbus McKinnon.
New Narrative • May 22
3x Upside or Wipeout - Position Size Accordingly
Catalysts Products or services that could move sales or earnings meaningfully The biggest needle mover is Kito Crosby itself. It brings roughly $1.1 billion in revenue at a 23.6% adjusted EBITDA margin, which is far above legacy Columbus McKinnon's 15%.Narrative Update • May 21
CMCO: Steady Assumptions And Discount Rate Shift Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have kept their $30.00 price target for Columbus McKinnon unchanged, citing only small tweaks to assumptions around discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E that do not materially alter their view of the stock’s valuation. Valuation Changes Fair Value: unchanged at $30.00 per share.Analysis Article • May 16
At US$14.28, Is It Time To Put Columbus McKinnon Corporation (NASDAQ:CMCO) On Your Watch List?
Columbus McKinnon Corporation ( NASDAQ:CMCO ), is not the largest company out there, but it received a lot of attention...Narrative Update • May 01
CMCO: New Preferred Shares And Guidance Reset Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts kept their average price target for Columbus McKinnon steady at $30.00, with updated assumptions for discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E. These updates suggest a refined but directionally unchanged view of the shares.Narrative Update • Apr 17
CMCO: New Preferred Shares Will Shape Future Upside After Guidance Reset
Analysts have maintained their $30.00 price target for Columbus McKinnon, citing only minor adjustments to assumptions such as discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E that do not materially change their view on the stock’s valuation. What's in the News Columbus McKinnon reported that between October 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025, it repurchased 0 shares for $0 under its ongoing share buyback, while confirming completion of 323,735 shares repurchased for $10.95 million under the program announced on March 26, 2019 (Company filing).Narrative Update • Apr 02
CMCO: New Preferred Shares Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have adjusted their price target on Columbus McKinnon to $30.00 from $30.00, reflecting updated views on discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E assumptions, while keeping the headline target level unchanged. What's in the News Completed share repurchase of 323,735 shares, representing 1.13% of shares, for a total of $10.95 million under the buyback program announced on March 26, 2019, with no shares repurchased between October 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025 (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Mar 19
CMCO: New Preferred Shares Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts are maintaining their price target on Columbus McKinnon at $30.00, citing updated assumptions for discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E that leave their overall valuation view unchanged. What's in the News Withdrew standalone fiscal 2026 earnings guidance, citing uncertainty around the timing of a pending divestiture, regulatory limits on information sharing with Kito Crosby before closing, and integration of Kito Crosby financial processes.
Narrative Update • Mar 05
CMCO: Fair Outlook Will Weigh Pending Divestiture And New Preferred Share Structure
Analysts have lifted their price target for Columbus McKinnon from $15.00 to $20.00, citing updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E expectations that they believe better reflect the company’s current outlook. What's in the News Columbus McKinnon withdrew standalone earnings guidance for fiscal 2026, citing (1) uncertainty around the timing of the pending divestiture of U.S. power chain hoist and chain operations, (2) regulatory limits on information sharing with Kito Crosby before closing, and (3) the integration of Kito Crosby financial processes (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Feb 19
CMCO: Kito Crosby Integration And New Preferred Shares Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have revised their price target for Columbus McKinnon from $34.00 to $30.00, reflecting updated views on revenue growth, profit margin expectations, and a higher assumed future P/E multiple. What's in the News Columbus McKinnon withdrew standalone earnings guidance for fiscal 2026, citing uncertainty tied to the recently completed Kito Crosby acquisition, the pending divestiture of U.S. power chain hoist and chain operations, regulatory limits on information sharing, and integration of Kito Crosby financial processes (Key Developments).Analysis Article • Jan 31
Columbus McKinnon (NASDAQ:CMCO) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.07
Columbus McKinnon Corporation ( NASDAQ:CMCO ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.07 per share on the 23rd...Analysis Article • Jan 09
Columbus McKinnon (NASDAQ:CMCO) Takes On Some Risk With Its Use Of Debt
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' When we think about how risky a company...Analysis Article • Nov 06
Columbus McKinnon's (NASDAQ:CMCO) Soft Earnings Don't Show The Whole Picture
Columbus McKinnon Corporation's ( NASDAQ:CMCO ) recent soft profit numbers didn't appear to worry shareholders, as the...Analysis Article • Oct 28
Columbus McKinnon (NASDAQ:CMCO) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of $0.07
Columbus McKinnon Corporation's ( NASDAQ:CMCO ) investors are due to receive a payment of $0.07 per share on 17th of...Analysis Article • Aug 08
Shareholders May Be Wary Of Increasing Columbus McKinnon Corporation's (NASDAQ:CMCO) CEO Compensation Package
NasdaqGS:CMCO 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Columbus McKinnon's Fair Values from the Community and select...Analysis Article • Jul 30
Columbus McKinnon (NASDAQ:CMCO) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.07
Columbus McKinnon Corporation ( NASDAQ:CMCO ) will pay a dividend of $0.07 on the 18th of August. Based on this...Analysis Article • Jul 03
Is Columbus McKinnon (NASDAQ:CMCO) A Risky Investment?
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Analysis Article • May 16
Improved Revenues Required Before Columbus McKinnon Corporation (NASDAQ:CMCO) Stock's 30% Jump Looks Justified
Those holding Columbus McKinnon Corporation ( NASDAQ:CMCO ) shares would be relieved that the share price has rebounded...Seeking Alpha • Mar 26
Columbus McKinnon: Crane Collapse Post Kito Crosby Deal
Summary Columbus McKinnon announced a highly leveraged $2.7 billion acquisition of Kito Crosby, doubling sales but increasing net debt to over $2.3 billion. The deal involves significant risks, including debt, aggressive synergy estimates and potential dilution from convertible preferred equity, making the stock highly volatile. Despite potential earnings improvements over time, shares plunged from $35 to $20, reflecting market concerns over the complex and aggressive transaction. Given the elevated risks and uncertain economic conditions, I recommend avoiding the common stock. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Jan 28
Columbus McKinnon (NASDAQ:CMCO) Will Pay A Dividend Of $0.07
The board of Columbus McKinnon Corporation ( NASDAQ:CMCO ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.07 per share...Seeking Alpha • Jan 25
Columbus McKinnon: Remaining Bullish On Long-Term Growth
Summary Successful investing requires a long-term focus, even if it means being on the wrong side of a trade temporarily, as with Columbus McKinnon Corporation. Despite recent declines in revenue and profitability, Columbus McKinnon remains a 'buy' due to management's commitment to long-term growth and appealing share prices. Management's strategy includes organic and inorganic growth, cost-cutting, and productivity improvements, aiming for significant revenue and EBITDA margin increases by the 2027 fiscal year. Potential risks include economic downturns and geopolitical issues, but shares are attractively priced based on forward-looking management plans, justifying a 'buy' rating. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Dec 17
Columbus McKinnon Corporation's (NASDAQ:CMCO) Earnings Haven't Escaped The Attention Of Investors
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 19x, you may...Analysis Article • Nov 25
What Does Columbus McKinnon Corporation's (NASDAQ:CMCO) Share Price Indicate?
Columbus McKinnon Corporation ( NASDAQ:CMCO ), might not be a large cap stock, but it received a lot of attention from...Analysis Article • Nov 06
Some May Be Optimistic About Columbus McKinnon's (NASDAQ:CMCO) Earnings
Soft earnings didn't appear to concern Columbus McKinnon Corporation's ( NASDAQ:CMCO ) shareholders over the last week...Analysis Article • Oct 25
Columbus McKinnon (NASDAQ:CMCO) Will Pay A Dividend Of $0.07
Columbus McKinnon Corporation ( NASDAQ:CMCO ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.07 per share on the 18th...Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Columbus McKinnon makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 1,193 | -212 | 245 | 21 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 1,003 | 6 | 184 | 20 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 978 | 4 | 208 | 21 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 959 | -16 | 205 | 23 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 963 | -5 | 217 | 24 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 982 | 9 | 230 | 25 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 1,002 | 15 | 214 | 26 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 1,018 | 46 | 214 | 26 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 1,014 | 47 | 212 | 26 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 1,002 | 49 | 213 | 25 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 978 | 51 | 208 | 23 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 951 | 49 | 199 | 22 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 936 | 48 | 197 | 21 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 936 | 46 | 197 | 19 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 921 | 44 | 196 | 19 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 913 | 45 | 195 | 17 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 907 | 30 | 201 | 15 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 839 | 27 | 183 | 15 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 790 | 24 | 192 | 14 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 724 | 5 | 181 | 13 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 650 | 9 | 153 | 12 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 653 | 9 | 173 | 12 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 686 | 17 | 156 | 11 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 736 | 38 | 163 | 11 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 809 | 60 | 170 | 11 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 836 | 70 | 172 | 12 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 854 | 54 | 175 | 12 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 864 | 53 | 178 | 13 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 876 | 43 | 181 | 13 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 874 | 31 | 179 | 14 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 865 | 22 | 181 | 14 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 861 | 18 | 178 | 14 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 839 | 22 | 186 | 14 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 809 | 9 | 172 | 13 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 753 | 20 | 156 | 12 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 692 | 14 | 147 | 11 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 637 | 9 | 138 | 10 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 609 | 20 | 131 | 8 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 616 | 26 | 135 | 5 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 610 | 19 | 134 | 2 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 597 | 20 | 125 | 7 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 591 | 16 | 131 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 572 | 16 | 126 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 573 | 27 | 124 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: CMCO is currently unprofitable.
Growing Profit Margin: CMCO is currently unprofitable.
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: CMCO is unprofitable, and losses have increased over the past 5 years at a rate of 43.9% per year.
Accelerating Growth: Unable to compare CMCO's earnings growth over the past year to its 5-year average as it is currently unprofitable
Earnings vs Industry: CMCO is unprofitable, making it difficult to compare its past year earnings growth to the Machinery industry (2.4%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: CMCO has a negative Return on Equity (-15.84%), as it is currently unprofitable.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/11 02:16 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/11 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
Columbus McKinnon Corporation is covered by 10 analysts. 4 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Jonathan Tanwanteng | CJS Securities, Inc. |
| Gary Farber | CL King & Associates, Inc. |
| Gregory Palm | Craig-Hallum Capital Group LLC |