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Core Molding Technologies, Inc.(CMT)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
CMT•AMEX
$23.67
18.3× P/E·Price updated Jun 27, 2026
SectorBasic MaterialsIndustrySpecialty ChemicalsSub-IndustrySpecialty polymers and engineered plastics
AboutCore Molding Technologies, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a molder of thermoplastic and thermoset structural products. The company offers a range of manufacturing processes that include compression molding of sheet molding compound, resin transfer molding, liquid molding of dicyclopentadiene, spray-up and hand-lay-up, direct long-fiber thermoplastics, and structural foam and structural web injection molding. It serves various markets, including medium and heavy-duty truck, automobile, power sport, construction, agriculture, building products, and other commercial markets in the United States, Mexico, Canada, and internationally. The company was formerly known as Core Materials Corporation and changed its name to Core Molding Technologies, Inc. in August 2002. Core Molding Technologies, Inc. was incorporated in 1996 and is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.Show more
- Revenue$274M-9.5%
- EBITDA$27M-11.7%
- Net Income$11M-15.8%
- EPS (Diluted)1.29-14.6%
- Gross Margin17.38%-1.3%
- EBITDA Margin9.7%-2.5%
- Operating Margin5.19%-5.9%
- Net Margin4.09%-7.0%
- ROE7.33%-21.1%
CMT Price & Volume
Core Molding Technologies, Inc. (CMT) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Cyclical Headwinds Pressure Core Molding Operating Margins
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
VerdictNegative
Growth:Contracting
Profitability:Strained
Financial Position:Healthy
Cash Flow:Deteriorating
Primary Risk:Cyclical heavy-truck demand exposure
"Core Molding Technologies faces significant cyclical headwinds in its heavy-duty truck and industrial end-markets, as evidenced by a 4.7% year-over-year revenue decline in 2026Q1. While the company maintains a conservative capital structure with a 0.21 debt-to-equity ratio, the recent divergence between accounting profitability and cash generation suggests heightened operational risk. Investors should monitor the sustainability of current earnings given the sharp 72.2% year-over-year EPS contraction and the recent negative free cash flow margin of -22.2%."
Verdict Logic
the company's inability to generate positive free cash flow, evidenced by a -22.2% FCF margin in 2026Q1, suggests that the current 18.35 P/E valuation may not fully account for the risks associated with its cyclical manufacturing model.
CMT Growth Metrics
Core Molding Technologies, Inc. (CMT) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years3.24%
5 Years4.25%
3 Years-10.14%
TTM-5.16%
Profit CAGR
10 Years-0.73%
5 Years6.52%
3 Years-2.83%
TTM-17.96%
EPS CAGR
10 Years-2.01%
5 Years5.65%
3 Years-3.6%
TTM-16.95%
Return on Capital
10 Years7.09%
5 Years11.13%
3 Years11.47%
Last Year7.75%
CMT Recent Earnings
Core Molding Technologies, Inc. (CMT) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 7/12 qtrs (58%)●Beat Revenue 7/12 qtrs (58%)
Q2 2026Latest
May 7, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.07-68.2%
$0.22
Rev
$59M-1.4%
$59M
Q2 2026
Mar 10, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.36+56.5%
$0.23
Rev
$75M+12.4%
$66M
Q4 2025
Nov 4, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.22-45.0%
$0.40
Rev
$58M-12.0%
$66M
Q3 2025
Aug 5, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.47+2.2%
$0.46
Rev
$79M-2.0%
$81M
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | May 7, 2026 | $0.07vs $0.22-68.2% | $59Mvs $59M-1.4% |
| Q2 2026 | Mar 10, 2026 | $0.36vs $0.23+56.5% | $75Mvs $66M+12.4% |
| Q4 2025 | Nov 4, 2025 | $0.22vs $0.40-45.0% | $58Mvs $66M-12.0% |
| Q3 2025 | Aug 5, 2025 | $0.47vs $0.46+2.2% | $79Mvs $81M-2.0% |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for Core Molding Technologies, Inc. (CMT)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $23.67 | $217.84M | 18.35 | -9.45% | 4.09% | 7.33% | — | |
| $259.80 | $2.01B | 29.62 | 19.5% | 11.27% | 16.61% | — | |
| $49.72 | $5.17B | 27.93 | 1.98% | 16.25% | 18.85% | — | |
| $26.56 | $860.2M | 33.62 | 22.09% | 2.94% | 5.96% | — | |
| $287.02 | $5.97B | 80.17 | 6.05% | 3.99% | 8.17% | — | |
| $77.83 | $2.63B | -172.96 | -10.98% | -4.19% | -8.68% | — |
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Core Molding Technologies, Inc. (CMT) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
CMT SEC Filings & Documents
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CMT Frequently Asked Questions
Core Molding Technologies, Inc. (CMT) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is Core Molding Technologies, Inc.'s revenue?
Core Molding Technologies, Inc. (CMT) reported $270.9M in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 317% increase from $64.9M in 1997.
How fast is Core Molding Technologies, Inc. growing?
Core Molding Technologies, Inc. (CMT) saw revenue decline by 9.5% over the past year.
Is CMT profitable?
Yes, Core Molding Technologies, Inc. (CMT) is profitable, generating $9.6M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (4.1% net margin).
Dividend & Returns
What is CMT's return on equity?
Core Molding Technologies, Inc. (CMT) has a return on equity (ROE) of 7.3%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.
What is Core Molding Technologies, Inc.'s free cash flow?
Core Molding Technologies, Inc. (CMT) had negative free cash flow of $15.4M in fiscal year 2025, likely due to heavy capital investments.