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Cannae Holdings Inc(CNNE)

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EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
3-STAR RATING
STRONG BUY
BUY for 142 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+37.99% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$17.69
11/06/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CNNE

11/06/2026: CNNE (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 142 days. Simulated Profits (37.99%). Updated daily EoD!

Cannae Holdings Inc is a diversified investment holding company that manages a portfolio of public and private equity stakes. Its primary strength lies in its ability to take active, hands-on positions in companies like Dun & Bradstreet to drive long-term value. The main growth opportunity is capital appreciation through effective portfolio management and potential share buybacks. However, investors face risks regarding concentration in specific assets, market sensitivity, and the inherent complexity of valuation. The stock is best suited for value-oriented investors who understand the risks of an investment-holding model and are willing to monitor the performance of its underlying key assets.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is dependent on the appreciation of specific underlying holdings rather than organic company revenue growth.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock tends to track the performance of specific large holdings, often lacking consistent short-term momentum.
Value investorStrong fitThe company often trades at a discount to the sum-of-the-parts valuation of its underlying investment portfolio.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company historically does not pay a dividend, making it unsuitable for income-focused investors.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh portfolio concentration and sensitivity to market fluctuations result in significant price volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe share price is highly correlated with the market performance of its concentrated portfolio holdings.
Valuation riskMedium / highAccurate valuation of private equity holdings is complex and subject to internal and external reporting assumptions.
Competition risk (Alternative investment firms)MediumCannae competes with massive, well-capitalized alternative investment managers for deal flow and talent.
Business qualityMediumThe business depends on the success of its underlying holdings, which carry their own operational risks.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThe company's strategy focuses on capital appreciation, providing no yield for income-seeking investors.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccess relies on the ability of the management team to identify and execute operational improvements in portfolio companies.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 60.13%
Avg. Invested days 71
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
CNNE receives a 2-star rating, reflecting soft or weak scores across the available pillars. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
CNNE has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with soft financial health, moderate growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, growth and ownership metrics are mixed: negative earnings growth (-68.5%), weak cash generation (FCF margin -6.7%), negative revenue growth (-6.4%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
CNNE's financial health is soft, with the relatively strongest area being moderate liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 10.5%). Profitability is weak (1 stars), which helps explain the 2-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is CNNE's strongest growth driver at +70.6% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (-6.4%, negative) and earnings growth (-68.5%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 97.9% and approximately 71.0% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 17.51% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 9.53%
Carronade Capital Management LP 7.45%
Newtyn Management LLC 7.31%
Private Management Group Inc 5.54%
River Road Asset Management, LLC 4.42%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
CNNE generates approximately $127 of gross profit, $-282 of operating income, and $-67 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Operating losses and cash burn explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -3.14% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
CNNE has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedSmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 767.29M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 17.25
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 17.25
Volume (30-day avg) 455.5K shares
Beta 1.19
52 Weeks Range 10.25 - 18.48
Updated Date 11/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 10.25 - 18.48
Updated Date 11/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 3.37%
Basic EPS (TTM) -2.87

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Investment Portfolio ReturnsCapital appreciation and dividends from equity holdings in public and private companies.Returns come from the success of the companies Cannae invests in rather than selling direct consumer products.
Corporate ManagementManagement fees or overhead recovery from portfolio companies.The company functions more like a holding fund than a typical operating business.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 8.97
Enterprise Value 896.59M
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.88
Enterprise Value 896.59M
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.88
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.19
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -5.54
Shares Outstanding 43.37M
Shares Floating 30.81M
Shares Outstanding 43.37M
Shares Floating 30.81M
Percent Insiders 17.51
Percent Institutions 97.93

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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