Corning (GLW) Stock Overview
Operates in optical communications, display, specialty materials, automotive, and life sciences businesses in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Japan, Taiwan, China, South Korea, Germany, and internationally. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
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| Valuation | 0/6 |
| Future Growth | 5/6 |
| Past Performance | 4/6 |
| Financial Health | 3/6 |
| Dividends | 4/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$151.90 |
| 52 Week High | US$179.08 |
| 52 Week Low | US$43.48 |
| Beta | 1.05 |
| 1 Month Change | 18.16% |
| 3 Month Change | 47.48% |
| 1 Year Change | 242.27% |
| 3 Year Change | 379.63% |
| 5 Year Change | 234.51% |
| Change since IPO | 2,557.14% |
Recent News & Updates
Corning Sees Long-Term Tailwinds In Optics, Underwhelmed With Guidance
Apr 29
Corning Incorporated (GLW): AI Data Center Expansion and Meta Partnership Signal a Stretched Premium Valuation
Corning Incorporated (GLW) , a global leader in materials science and the primary architect of the world’s optical fiber networks, enters the weekend of Saturday, April 25, 2026 , in a state of historic euphoria. The company is set to release its Q1 2026 earnings report on Tuesday, April 28, before the market opens.
GLW: AI Fiber Deal Enthusiasm Will Outrun Realistic Data Center Demand
Analyst fair value for Corning has shifted from about $129.64 to $139.21 as recent Street research, including multiple price target increases and updated AI related optical demand assumptions, has led analysts to adjust revenue growth expectations, profit margin outlooks, and future P/E assumptions, while modestly lifting the discount rate. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Corning reflects an active debate, with many firms lifting price targets and growth assumptions around AI driven optical demand, while a few higher profile downgrades signal concern about execution risk and valuation stretch.Recent updates
Corning Sees Long-Term Tailwinds In Optics, Underwhelmed With Guidance
Apr 29Corning Incorporated (GLW): AI Data Center Expansion and Meta Partnership Signal a Stretched Premium Valuation
Corning Incorporated (GLW) , a global leader in materials science and the primary architect of the world’s optical fiber networks, enters the weekend of Saturday, April 25, 2026 , in a state of historic euphoria. The company is set to release its Q1 2026 earnings report on Tuesday, April 28, before the market opens.GLW: AI Fiber Deal Enthusiasm Will Outrun Realistic Data Center Demand
Analyst fair value for Corning has shifted from about $129.64 to $139.21 as recent Street research, including multiple price target increases and updated AI related optical demand assumptions, has led analysts to adjust revenue growth expectations, profit margin outlooks, and future P/E assumptions, while modestly lifting the discount rate. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Corning reflects an active debate, with many firms lifting price targets and growth assumptions around AI driven optical demand, while a few higher profile downgrades signal concern about execution risk and valuation stretch.GLW: AI Fiber Deal Euphoria Will Exceed Realistic Execution Prospects
Analysts have raised the fair value estimate for Corning to about $130 from roughly $114, citing updated models that incorporate stronger assumptions for optical and scale-out revenue, slightly higher profit margins, and a higher future P/E multiple supported by a wave of recent price target increases across major firms. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Corning clusters around a few clear themes, with most attention on the scale out and optical opportunities, while a smaller group of firms remains more cautious on execution and valuation.
GLW: AI Data Center Fiber Deals Will Drive Long Term Scale Out
Corning's analyst fair value estimate has been revised to $171 from $84, as analysts factor in higher projected revenue growth, stronger profit margins, and a richer future P/E, supported by Street research highlighting expanding optical and AI data center opportunities and larger long term scale out revenue estimates. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Corning is skewed toward upbeat revisions, with a wave of higher price targets and constructive commentary on long term growth drivers in optical and AI data center markets.
GLW: AI Fiber Deal Euphoria Will Likely Limit Future Returns
Narrative Update The analyst price target for Corning has been raised to $127. According to analysts, this change is supported by updated models and a larger potential optical and chemicals market tied to growing AI data center investment and new network technologies.GLW: AI Fiber Deal And Margin Reliance May Cap Future Upside
Analysts have lifted their blended price target for Corning to about $91, reflecting Street research that points to slightly lower assumed revenue growth, higher expected profit margins, and a richer future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Corning has been active, with several firms adjusting their price targets and refining their views on the setup for earnings, margins, and valuation.Corning Incorporated's (NYSE:GLW) P/E Is Still On The Mark Following 26% Share Price Bounce
Feb 06
GLW: AI Data Center Fiber Deal And Execution Risks Will Shape Upside Potential
Analysts have lifted their price target framework for Corning, with the updated fair value estimate moving by about $21. This change is supported by slightly lower assumed discount rates, modestly adjusted revenue growth expectations, higher projected profit margins, and a marginally lower future P/E, in line with a broad wave of recent target hikes across Wall Street research.GLW: Optical And Solar Execution Risks May Delay AI Fiber Payoff
Analysts at several firms have raised their Corning price targets by $7 to $25, citing stronger end-demand expectations in Optical and Solar, incremental Polysilicon and Fiber revenue contributions, and constructive views on connector exposure into 2026 as key reasons for their higher fair value assessments. Analyst Commentary Recent research has centered on how Corning is executing across Optical, Solar, Display, Specialty Materials, and Hemlock, and what that might mean for the share price over the next couple of years.GLW: Optical And Solar Execution Risks May Undermine AI Fiber Hopes
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Corning higher from US$69.53 to US$71.59, reflecting recent price target increases that cite stronger contributions from Display, Specialty Materials, polysilicon related revenue and data center focused fiber demand, even as Optical remains a key focus for the current P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent Street commentary on Corning clusters around a similar theme, with higher price targets tied to specific business drivers and a close watch on how those drivers affect the current P/E multiple.Corning Incorporated's (NYSE:GLW) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 25% Below Its Share Price
Jan 01GLW: AI Fiber Demand May Prove Insufficient To Justify Elevated Expectations
Analysts have raised their price targets for Corning, lifting our fair value estimate from about $50 to roughly $70 per share. This follows a series of target hikes that cited stronger than expected performance in Display and Specialty Materials, along with growing conviction in long term Optical, fiber, and polysilicon driven growth tied to data center and AI demand.GLW: Data Center Buildouts And Fiber Demand Will Support Robust Upside Potential
Analysts have raised their price target for Corning from $92.75 to $93.31. They cite continued improvements in revenue growth, profit margin, and robust demand in the Optical and Specialty Materials segments as key drivers for the upward revision.GLW: Display and Connectivity Demand Will Drive Strong Performance Through 2027
Corning's analyst price target has seen a significant increase, with most estimates now ranging from $82 to $100 as analysts anticipate sustained revenue growth driven by strength in the Display, Specialty Materials, and Optical segments. This growth is further supported by ongoing expansion in Polysilicon and Fiber.GLW: Optical And Solar Demand Will Drive Earnings While Risks Remain
Corning's analyst price target has risen significantly from $77.75 to $92.75, as analysts cite stronger profit margins, improving revenue growth, and optimism about expanding opportunities in key business segments. Analyst Commentary Analyst sentiment around Corning has grown increasingly positive, with several firms raising their price targets and citing both recent execution and promising future growth drivers.Corning (NYSE:GLW) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.28
Oct 29Optical Communications And Solar Sectors Will Open New Markets
Corning's analyst fair value estimate has been raised from $76.17 to $77.75. Analysts cite improving margins, increased demand for connectivity driven by artificial intelligence, and resilient end markets as justification for the upward revision.Corning (NYSE:GLW) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.28
Oct 12Optical Communications And Solar Sectors Will Open New Markets
Corning’s analyst price target has increased from approximately $71.42 to $76.17 per share, as analysts cited robust demand for AI-related connectivity, stronger profit margins, and improving growth prospects across end markets. Analyst Commentary Analysts have recently updated their outlooks on Corning, largely in response to strong market demand and developments in key technology segments.Optical Communications And Solar Sectors Will Open New Markets
Corning’s consensus price target rose to $71.42 as analysts point to robust Q3 guidance, ongoing AI-driven fiber demand, capital spending catalysts, and margin strength as key growth drivers supporting higher valuation. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts cite strong Q3 guidance, with revenue growth of 13% year-over-year and EPS growth of 21% year-over-year, as supporting further upside to estimates.Corning (NYSE:GLW) Seems To Use Debt Quite Sensibly
Sep 06Optical Communications And Solar Sectors Will Open New Markets
Analysts have raised Corning’s price target to $69.83 on strong Q3 guidance driven by robust AI infrastructure demand, expanding margins, and increased U.S. solar project exposure, despite elevated sector valuations. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts cite Corning's strong Q3 guidance, highlighting projected revenue growth of 13% year-over-year and EPS growth of 21% year-over-year, signaling robust operational momentum.Corning Incorporated's (NYSE:GLW) 25% Jump Shows Its Popularity With Investors
Aug 09Corning (NYSE:GLW) Has Announced A Dividend Of $0.28
Aug 03Corning (NYSE:GLW) Will Pay A Dividend Of $0.28
Jul 13Corning (NYSE:GLW) Shareholders Will Want The ROCE Trajectory To Continue
Jul 11Corning (NYSE:GLW) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of $0.28
Jun 29Corning's (NYSE:GLW) Soft Earnings Don't Show The Whole Picture
May 09Corning (NYSE:GLW) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.28
May 07AI Is Here, And It Needs Corning
Apr 26Shareholder Returns
| GLW | US Electronic | US Market | |
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| 7D | -10.0% | -3.8% | -0.2% |
| 1Y | 242.3% | 100.1% | 27.6% |
Return vs Industry: GLW exceeded the US Electronic industry which returned 100.1% over the past year.
Return vs Market: GLW exceeded the US Market which returned 27.6% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| GLW volatility | |
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| GLW Average Weekly Movement | 10.0% |
| Electronic Industry Average Movement | 9.1% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.2% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.3% |
Stable Share Price: GLW has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: GLW's weekly volatility (10%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
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| 1851 | 67,200 | Wendell Weeks | www.corning.com |
Corning Incorporated operates in optical communications, display, specialty materials, automotive, and life sciences businesses in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Japan, Taiwan, China, South Korea, Germany, and internationally. The company provides optical fibers and cables; and hardware and equipment products, such as cable assemblies, fiber optic hardware and connectors, optical components and couplers, closures, network interface devices, and other accessories for the telecommunications industry, businesses, governments, and individuals. It also offers glass substrates for flat panel displays, including liquid crystal displays and organic light-emitting diodes that are used in televisions, notebook computers, desktop monitors, tablets, and handheld devices.
Corning Incorporated Fundamentals Summary
| GLW fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$131.48b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$1.81b |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$16.32b |
72.1x
P/E Ratio8.0x
P/S RatioIs GLW overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| GLW income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$16.32b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$10.37b |
| Gross Profit | US$5.95b |
| Other Expenses | US$4.14b |
| Earnings | US$1.81b |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 2.11 |
| Gross Margin | 36.47% |
| Net Profit Margin | 11.09% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 72.7% |
How did GLW perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
0.7%
Current Dividend Yield53%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/04/29 10:30 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/04/29 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
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.
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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
Corning Incorporated is covered by 35 analysts. 12 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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| James Kelleher | Argus Research Company |
| Amir Rozwadowski | Barclays |
| Timothy Long | Barclays |