Corecivic (CXW) Stock
US correctional facility operator with government contracts. Here's the price, business snapshot, and what's worth knowing about Corecivic in October 2026.
CoreCivic Inc. (CXW) is a US-based operator of correctional and detention facilities that derives most revenue from government contracts and per-diem payments. As a specialised REIT-like business, it offers predictable cash flow when facilities run at contractual occupancy, but is sensitive to policy decisions, inmate populations and litigation or regulatory developments. Investors should note its exposure to federal, state and local budgets, and wider public and political scrutiny related to private incarceration. CoreCivic's market capitalisation around $1.96bn reflects a mid‑cap profile with operational scale in several states. Key considerations include contract renewals, occupancy trends, cost control and potential reputational risk, all of which can affect earnings and distributions. This overview is educational and not personalised advice; values may rise or fall and past performance is no guarantee of future returns.
Corecivic (CXW) Stock Forecast
Analyst price target, next 12 months
$30.43
-9.0% vs today's $33.43
Price range over the last 12 months
Close to its 12-month high
Analysts covering Corecivic have a consensus 12-month target of $30.43, below the current price of $33.43.
Analyst targets are opinions, not guarantees. Capital at risk. Data as of 5 Oct 2026.
Source: Analyst sentiment is provided by Refinitiv Ltd, a global leader in financial market data with over 40k business clients. Refinitiv Ltd is an independent third party to Nemo. This is not advice.
Sixth Month Growth Performance
Stock Performance Snapshot
Analyst Rating
Analysts recommend buying CORECIVIC INC's stock with a target price of $30.43, indicating favorable outlook.
Financial Health
CoreCivic Inc. is performing well with solid revenue and cash flow, indicating strong financial stability.
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Why You’ll Want to Watch This Stock
Contracted Cash Flow
Many revenues come from government contracts, giving predictability when occupancy is steady — though income can shift if contracts change or populations fall.
Policy & Reputation
Public policy, political scrutiny and ESG concerns can influence operations and contract renewals, creating both operational and reputational risk.
Operational Efficiency
Cost control and facility management affect margins; efficiency can help returns, but legal or regulatory costs may reduce cash available to shareholders.
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