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CMS Energy Corporation (CMS) Stock

CMS Energy Corporation Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

CMS Energy Corporation (CMS), a prominent company in the energy & transportation sector within the electric & other services combined industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $72.81. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $60.83 and $75.88. This places the current price at 96.0% of its 52-week high and 19.7% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 2,028,248. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US1258961002.

Market Cap

$20.64B

52-Week High

$75.88

-4.05% from high

52-Week Low

$60.83

+19.69% from low

Avg Daily Volume

2,028,248

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

20.42

Near market average

Forward P/E

19.19

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

2.79

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

2.54

EV/EBITDA

11.91

EPS (TTM)

$3.38

Price to Sales

2.65

Beta

0.38

Less volatile than market

How is CMS valued relative to its earnings and growth?
CMS Energy Corporation trades at a P/E ratio of 20.42, which is near the market average of approximately 20, suggesting the market views it as fairly valued relative to its earnings. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 19.19 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 2.79 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is CMS's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 0.38, CMS Energy Corporation is less volatile than the overall market. This means when the market moves up or down by 10%, this stock typically moves less than 10% in the same direction. Lower beta stocks are often preferred by conservative investors seeking stability. The price-to-book ratio of 2.54 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

13.10%

Operating Margin

21.90%

Return on Equity

11.20%

Return on Assets

3.09%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

12.50%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

5.20%

How profitable and efficient is CMS's business model?
CMS Energy Corporation achieves a profit margin of 13.10%, meaning it retains $13.10 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This represents a solid margin typical of well-run businesses, showing the company can effectively balance revenue generation with cost control. The operating margin of 21.90% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 11.20% and ROA at 3.09%, the company achieves moderate returns on invested capital.
What are CMS's recent growth trends?
CMS Energy Corporation's revenue grew by 12.50% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings increased by 5.20% year-over-year, reflecting the bottom-line impact of business performance. These growth metrics should be evaluated against ELECTRIC & OTHER SERVICES COMBINED industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$2.09

Dividend Yield

3.14%

Ex-Dividend Date

5/9/2025

Dividend Date

5/30/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from CMS?
CMS Energy Corporation offers a dividend yield of 3.14%, paying $2.09 per share annually. This above-average yield of 2-4% provides meaningful income while still allowing the company to reinvest for growth. It compares favorably to the S&P 500 average and offers competitive returns versus bonds in the current rate environment. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 5/9/2025.
How reliable is CMS's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - CMS Energy Corporation pays $2.09 per share in dividends against earnings of $3.38 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 61.78%. This high payout ratio of 60-90% leaves limited earnings for reinvestment. While currently sustainable, there's less buffer for dividend growth or protection during earnings downturns. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 5/30/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

299.12M

Book Value/Share

$27.12

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is CMS's market capitalization and position?
CMS Energy Corporation has a market capitalization of $20.64B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 299.12M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the ELECTRIC & OTHER SERVICES COMBINED industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does CMS's price compare to its book value?
CMS Energy Corporation's book value per share is $27.12, while the current stock price is $72.81, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 2.68. This reasonable premium to book value suggests the market values the company's earnings power and intangible assets appropriately. Most profitable companies trade between 1-3x book value. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$75.27

3.38% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

3

Buy

6

Hold

8

Sell

0

Strong Sell

1

How reliable are analyst predictions for CMS?
18 analysts cover CMS with 50% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $75.27 implies 3.4% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on CMS?
Current analyst recommendations:3 Strong Buy, 6 Buy, 8 Hold, 01 Strong Sell. The neutral stance suggests uncertainty or fair valuation at current levels.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Jul 1, 2025, 02:29 AM

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