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CoreCivic Inc (CXW)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/03/2025: CXW (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
4 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $31.5
1 Year Target Price $31.5
| 4 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 38.7% | Avg. Invested days 61 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 07/03/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.37B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 28.16 | 1Y Target Price 31.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 28.16 | 1Y Target Price 31.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 4 | Beta 0.8 | 52 Weeks Range 11.81 - 24.99 | Updated Date 07/3/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 11.81 - 24.99 | Updated Date 07/3/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.77 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 4.33% | Operating Margin (TTM) 9.69% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.76% | Return on Equity (TTM) 5.79% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 28.16 | Forward PE 22.62 | Enterprise Value 3205056988 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.21 |
Enterprise Value 3205056988 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.21 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.64 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.48 | Shares Outstanding 109158000 | Shares Floating 99742407 |
Shares Outstanding 109158000 | Shares Floating 99742407 | ||
Percent Insiders 2.04 | Percent Institutions 89.4 |
Upturn AI SWOT
CoreCivic Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
CoreCivic, Inc. (formerly Corrections Corporation of America) was founded in 1983. It was the first private corrections management company in the United States. Initially focused on owning and managing correctional facilities, it expanded into other government-managed real estate solutions.
Core Business Areas
- CoreCivic Safety: Manages correctional and detention facilities, providing housing, security, and inmate programs for governmental agencies.
- CoreCivic Properties: Focuses on government real estate solutions including build-to-suit projects and leasing of real estate assets to government agencies.
- CoreCivic Community: Offers residential re-entry centers and services to help individuals transition back into society.
Leadership and Structure
Damon T. Hininger serves as the Chief Executive Officer. The company operates under a board of directors and a senior management team responsible for the day-to-day operations of its various business segments.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Correctional and Detention Facilities Management: CoreCivic manages facilities under contract with government agencies. It's challenging to pinpoint exact market share percentages due to varying contract lengths and facility capacities. Competitors include GEO Group and Management & Training Corporation (MTC).
- Government Real Estate Solutions: CoreCivic develops and leases properties to government entities. Market share data is less readily available for this specific sector, as it's more fragmented than facility management. Competitors vary greatly and include other real estate developers and REITs.
- Reentry Services: Provides community corrections and reentry programs aimed at reducing recidivism. Market share data is limited, and competition includes smaller non-profit organizations and government-run programs.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The private corrections industry faces increasing scrutiny regarding costs, effectiveness, and ethical concerns. There are ongoing debates about privatization and government oversight.
Positioning
CoreCivic is a major player in the private corrections and government real estate solutions industry. It competes primarily on cost-effectiveness and efficiency in managing facilities and providing services. CoreCivic positions itself as a partner with government agencies to help alleviate overcrowding and resource constraints.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global private prison market is expected to reach approximately $5 billion - $6 billion. CoreCivic is a leader in this segment with a substantial fraction of TAM. CoreCivic is aiming to expand its government real estate service segment that is currently estimated at $500 Million a year.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Established market presence
- Long-term government contracts
- Diversified service offerings
- Expertise in facility management
Weaknesses
- Reputational risks
- Dependence on government contracts
- Exposure to political and regulatory changes
- High debt levels
Opportunities
- Expansion into new markets
- Increased demand for reentry services
- Diversification into adjacent government real estate sectors
- Potential for technological innovation in facility management
Threats
- Decreased incarceration rates
- Changes in government policies regarding private prisons
- Negative public perception
- Increased competition
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- GEO
- CXW
Competitive Landscape
CoreCivic is one of the largest private corrections companies, benefiting from its scale and experience. Its primary disadvantage is reputational risk and regulatory uncertainty.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Growth has been subject to change in regulations for the industry, and change in government contracts over the years.
Future Projections: Future projections depend on government contracts and the overall political environment. Analyst estimates vary widely.
Recent Initiatives: CoreCivic has focused on debt reduction and diversifying its government real estate portfolio.
Summary
CoreCivic is a major player in the private corrections and government real estate market. It benefits from long-term contracts and established expertise. However, the company faces reputational challenges and regulatory risks. The company's focus on reducing debt and expanding into government real estate solutions shows a strategy for growth.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC Filings
- Company Website
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on available information and is subject to change. Investment decisions should be made based on independent research and consultation with a financial advisor.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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About CoreCivic Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Brentwood, TN, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1997-07-15 | CEO & Director Mr. Damon T. Hininger | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Security & Protection Services | Full time employees 11649 | Website https://www.corecivic.com |
Full time employees 11649 | Website https://www.corecivic.com | ||
CoreCivic, Inc. owns and operates partnership correctional, detention, and residential reentry facilities in the United States. It operates through three segments: CoreCivic Safety, CoreCivic Community, and CoreCivic Properties. The company provides a range of solutions to government partners that serve the public good through corrections and detention management, a network of residential reentry centers to help address recidivism crisis, and government real estate solutions. Its correctional, detention, and residential reentry facilities offer rehabilitation and educational programs, including basic education, faith-based services, life skills and employment training, and substance abuse treatment; food services; and work and recreational programs as well as health care services, including medical, dental, and mental health services. CoreCivic, Inc. was founded in 1983 and is based in Brentwood, Tennessee.
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