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Cohen & Steers Inc(CNS)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$73.23
11/05/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CNS

11/05/2026: CNS (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Cohen & Steers Inc is a specialized global investment manager focused on real assets, including real estate, infrastructure, and preferred securities. Its primary strength lies in a long-standing track record of active management that consistently attracts institutional and intermediary capital. The company's growth story centers on the increasing demand for inflation-protected, income-generating investments. However, it faces risks from the ongoing shift toward low-cost passive ETFs and sensitivity to interest rate cycles. The stock is best suited for income-oriented investors seeking exposure to real assets, though stakeholders should monitor AUM trends and competitive fee pressures.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company offers moderate, market-dependent growth rather than explosive, disruptive innovation potential.
Momentum investorMixed fitStock performance often mirrors the cyclicality of real estate and infrastructure markets.
Value investorStrong fitThe company often trades at valuations that reflect stable, predictable cash flows from management fees.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company provides a reliable dividend yield supported by a solid cash-generative business model.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile established, the firm's equity is subject to market volatility and cyclical industry pressures.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highEquity prices fluctuate significantly based on market sentiment toward real estate and interest rate trends.
Valuation riskMediumThe stock's valuation is sensitive to shifts in the company's growth outlook and fee margins.
Competition risk (passive management)HighThe growth of low-cost passive ETFs creates persistent pressure on active management fees.
Business qualityStrongThe firm benefits from high operating margins and a reputation as a leader in real asset management.
Dividend incomeLowThe dividend is generally considered stable and well-covered by earnings.
Execution riskMediumSuccess depends on the consistent performance of specialized investment strategies to retain AUM.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

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 19.75%
Avg. Invested days 45
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
CNS receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by soft analyst coverage, weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
CNS has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, moderate earnings growth (+1.3%) and strong profitability (net margin 27.0%) are partially offset by weak cash generation (FCF margin -22.3%), moderate revenue growth (+9.7%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
CNS's financial health is supported by solid profitability, including gross margin of 57.5% and operating margin of 31.3%. Cash strength is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is CNS's strongest growth driver at +9.7% FY2025 versus FY2024 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while free-cash-flow growth (-248.7%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 57.9% and approximately 53.9% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 45.82% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 8.77%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 3.31%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 2.45%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 2.33%
State Street Corp 2.32%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
CNS generates approximately $575 of gross profit, $313 of operating income, and $-223 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Weak margins and weak cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is strong.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 23.08%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
CNS has a high-quality, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Quality TiltSmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 3.89B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 23.3
1Y Target Price 69.33
Price to earnings Ratio 23.3
1Y Target Price 69.33
Volume (30-day avg) 332.1K shares
Beta 1.18
52 Weeks Range 56.80 - 86.56
Updated Date 11/05/2026
52 Weeks Range 56.80 - 86.56
Updated Date 11/05/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 3.60%
Basic EPS (TTM) 3.25

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Investment Advisory FeesManagement fees earned on mutual funds, institutional accounts, and sub-advised portfolios.The company earns money primarily by collecting a percentage fee on the total assets it manages for clients.
Distribution and Service FeesFees collected for providing distribution and administrative services to investment products.A smaller portion of revenue comes from fees related to the marketing and administration of investment funds.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-15
When After Market
Estimate 0.87
Actual 0.89

Profitability

Profit Margin 28.16%
Operating Margin (TTM) 32.44%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 13.63%
Return on Equity (TTM) 25.35%

Valuation

Trailing PE 23.3
Forward PE 18.42
Enterprise Value 3.63B
Price to Sales(TTM) 6.49
Enterprise Value 3.63B
Price to Sales(TTM) 6.49
Enterprise Value to Revenue 5.84
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.88
Shares Outstanding 51.43M
Shares Floating 27.70M
Shares Outstanding 51.43M
Shares Floating 27.70M
Percent Insiders 45.82
Percent Institutions 57.94

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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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)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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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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