Constellation Brands Stock Slides -9.7% With A 6-Day Losing Spree
Constellation Brands (STZ) stock hit day 6 of a continuous streak of days with losses, with cumulative losses over this period amounting to a -9.7% return. The company has lost about $2.6 Bil in value over the last 6 days, with its current market capitalization at about $24 Bil. The stock remains 37.4% below its value at the end of 2024. This compares with year-to-date returns of 16.2% for the S&P 500.
Constellation Brands’ recent move was driven by a Jefferies downgrade to Hold, trimming its price target to $154. Citing persistent softness in Hispanic consumer demand and stalled volume growth in its crucial beer portfolio, the analyst tempered expectations for the beverage giant.
What is the point? Sustained weakness can be more than noise. It often signals shifting sentiment or deeper concerns. A multi-day losing streak may warn of further downside, or present an opportunity to buy if fundamentals are intact. Our take: There are a few things to fear in STZ stock given its overall Weak operating performance and financial condition. Hence, despite its Moderate valuation, this makes the stock look Risky (see Buy or Sell STZ).
For quick background, STZ provides production, import, marketing, and sales of beer, wine, and spirits across the US, Canada, Mexico, New Zealand, and Italy, featuring numerous renowned wine brands.
Comparing STZ Stock Returns With The S&P 500
The following table summarizes the return for STZ stock vs. the S&P 500 index over different periods, including the current streak:
| Return Period | STZ | S&P 500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1D | -1.3% | 0.9% |
| 6D (Current Streak) | -9.7% | -1.0% |
| 1M (21D) | 4.4% | 2.9% |
| 3M (63D) | 1.9% | 2.1% |
| YTD 2025 | -37.4% | 16.2% |
| 2024 | -7.1% | 23.3% |
| 2023 | 5.8% | 24.2% |
| 2022 | -6.4% | -19.4% |
Take a look at what history tells you about whether past dips like this have been buying opportunities or traps: STZ Dip Buyer Analysis.
Gains and Losses Streaks: S&P 500 Constituents
There are currently 45 S&P constituents with 3 days or more of consecutive gains and 30 constituents with 3 days or more of consecutive losses.
| Consecutive Days | # of Gainers | # of Losers |
|---|---|---|
| 3D | 34 | 7 |
| 4D | 7 | 16 |
| 5D | 2 | 2 |
| 6D | 0 | 5 |
| 7D or more | 2 | 0 |
| Total >=3 D | 45 | 30 |
Key Financials for Constellation Brands (STZ)
Last 2 Fiscal Years:
| Metric | FY2024 | FY2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenues | $10.0 Bil | $10.2 Bil |
| Operating Income | $3.2 Bil | $3.4 Bil |
| Net Income | $1.7 Bil | $-81.4 Mil |
Last 2 Fiscal Quarters:
| Metric | 2026 FQ1 | 2026 FQ2 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenues | $2.5 Bil | $2.5 Bil |
| Operating Income | $765.9 Mil | $874.0 Mil |
| Net Income | $516.1 Mil | $466.0 Mil |
The losing streak STZ stock is currently on doesn’t inspire much confidence among investors. In contrast, Trefis High Quality (HQ) Portfolio, with a collection of 30 stocks, has a track record of comfortably outperforming its benchmark that includes all 3 — the S&P 500, S&P mid-cap, and Russell 2000 indices. Why is that? As a group, HQ Portfolio stocks provided better returns with less risk versus the benchmark index; less of a roller-coaster ride, as evident in HQ Portfolio performance metrics.