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CoreCivic, Inc.(CXW)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
CXW•NYSE•REIT / Real Estate
$29.30
27.1× P/E·Price updated Jul 7, 2026
AboutCoreCivic, 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 America's 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. As of December 31, 2021, the company owned and operated 46 correctional and detention facilities, 26 residential reentry centers, and 10 properties for lease. The company was founded in 1983 and is based in Brentwood, Tennessee.Show more
- Revenue$2.21B+12.7%
- FFO$245M+24.6%
- FFO/Share2.28+29.4%
- FFO Payout0.02%-73.5%
- FFO per Share2.28+29.4%
- NOI Margin23.46%-1.7%
- FFO Margin11.1%+10.6%
- ROE8.04%+73.4%
- ROA3.77%+65.0%
CXW Price & Volume
CoreCivic, Inc. (CXW) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Aggressive Deleveraging Drives CoreCivic Operational Pivot
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
VerdictNeutral
Growth:Accelerating
Profitability:Moderate
Financial:Healthy
Cash Flow:Improving
Primary Risk:Federal contract policy volatility
Key Thesis Takeaways
- CoreCivic has undergone a fundamental transformation by eliminating its total debt, moving from a $1.2 billion debt load in 2025Q4 to a zero-debt position in 2026Q1.
- While the company is benefiting from a 25.8% year-over-year revenue surge, investors should monitor the persistent gap between FFO and AFFO, which remains pressured by $23.3 million in quarterly maintenance capital expenditures.
- The shift away from a traditional REIT structure toward a cash-rich, debt-free balance sheet appears to prioritize long-term stability over immediate dividend distributions.
Verdict Logic
while the elimination of $1.2 billion in debt significantly reduces financial risk, the lack of a dividend yield and the ongoing $23.3 million quarterly maintenance burden warrant a cautious approach until long-term cash flow sustainability is proven.
CXW Growth Metrics
CoreCivic, Inc. (CXW) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years2.12%
5 Years3.02%
3 Years6.21%
TTM19.89%
Profit CAGR
10 Years-6.24%
5 Years16.05%
3 Years-1.61%
TTM53.14%
EPS CAGR
10 Years-5.39%
5 Years19.14%
3 Years1.59%
TTM59.21%
Return on Capital
10 Years7.7%
5 Years7.46%
3 Years8.54%
Last Year12.62%
CXW Recent Earnings
CoreCivic, Inc. (CXW) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 10/12 qtrs (83%)●Beat Revenue 10/12 qtrs (83%)
Q2 2026Latest
May 6, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.65+120.3%
$0.29
Rev
$615M+1.7%
$604M
Q1 2026
Feb 11, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.52+20.9%
$0.43
Rev
$604M+4.5%
$578M
Q4 2025
Nov 5, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.48+0.0%
$0.48
Rev
$580M-0.8%
$585M
Q3 2025
Aug 6, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.59+37.2%
$0.43
Rev
$538M+3.4%
$520M
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | May 6, 2026 | $0.65vs $0.29+120.3% | $615Mvs $604M+1.7% |
| Q1 2026 | Feb 11, 2026 | $0.52vs $0.43+20.9% | $604Mvs $578M+4.5% |
| Q4 2025 | Nov 5, 2025 | $0.48vs $0.48+0.0% | $580Mvs $585M-0.8% |
| Q3 2025 | Aug 6, 2025 | $0.59vs $0.43+37.2% | $538Mvs $520M+3.4% |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
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Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for CoreCivic, Inc. (CXW)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $29.30 | $2.9B | 27.13 | 12.72% | 5.27% | 8.04% | 0% | |
| $29.03 | $3.85B | 15.95 | 8.58% | 10% | 18.52% | — | |
| $45.17 | $2.65B | 17.44 | 4.62% | 1.75% | 8.94% | — | |
| $181.83 | $72.76B | 41.33 | 7.75% | 17.57% | 41.47% | — | |
| $170.87 | $9.98B | 29.26 | 18.72% | 6.89% | 16.61% | — | |
| $105.97 | $1.98B | 20.34 | 23.21% | 6.89% | 9.34% | — |
Compare CXW vs Peers
CoreCivic, Inc. (CXW) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
CXW SEC Filings & Documents
CoreCivic, Inc. (CXW) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
8-K Announcements
6Material company update
May 6, 2026·SEC
Material company update
Apr 10, 2026·SEC
Material company update
Feb 11, 2026·SEC
10-K Annual Reports
310-Q Quarterly Reports
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CXW Frequently Asked Questions
CoreCivic, Inc. (CXW) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is CoreCivic, Inc.'s revenue?
CoreCivic, Inc. (CXW) reported $2.34B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 699% increase from $292.5M in 1996.
How fast is CoreCivic, Inc. growing?
CoreCivic, Inc. (CXW) grew revenue by 12.7% over the past year. This is steady growth.
Is CXW profitable?
Yes, CoreCivic, Inc. (CXW) is profitable, generating $129.3M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (5.3% net margin).
Dividend & Returns
Does CXW pay dividends?
CoreCivic, Inc. (CXW) does not currently pay a meaningful dividend. The company may be reinvesting profits for growth.
What is CXW's return on equity?
CoreCivic, Inc. (CXW) has a return on equity (ROE) of 8.0%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.
Industry Metrics
What is CoreCivic, Inc.'s FFO?
CoreCivic, Inc. (CXW) generated Funds From Operations (FFO) of $261.0M in the trailing twelve months. FFO is the primary profitability metric for REITs.