Carriage Services Inc

Carriage Services Inc

Carriage Services Inc (CSV) is a US-based provider of funeral, cemetery and cremation services, operating under a portfolio of local brands. The business grows through a mix of organic pricing, ancillary merchandise and memorial products plus acquisitive expansion into regional markets. Demand has a degree of resilience because end-of-life services are largely non-discretionary and demographics (an ageing population) can support long-term volume trends. That said, margins and cash flow can be influenced by integration costs after acquisitions, local competition, cost inflation and regulatory or legal factors. With a market capitalisation of about $712.6M, CSV may appeal to investors seeking exposure to a niche, service-led business, but it carries operational and execution risks. This summary is educational only and not personal financial advice; suitability depends on an investor’s goals, time horizon and risk tolerance.

Stock Performance Snapshot

Buy

Analyst Rating

Analysts suggest buying Carriage Services Inc stock with a target price of $40, indicating growth potential.

Above Average

Financial Health

Carriage Services Inc shows strong revenue and cash flow, indicating solid financial performance.

Below Average

Dividend

Carriage Services Inc's dividend yield of 1.16% is lower than many investors prefer. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $11.60 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).

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.

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Why You’ll Want to Watch This Stock

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Acquisition-led growth

Carriage has grown partly through buying local operators, which can expand scale and margins — though integration costs and execution risk matter.

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Demographic tailwinds

An ageing population supports steady demand for end-of-life services, but local competition and consumer preferences can affect outcomes.

Cash flow and risks

The business generates recurring cash flows, yet margins can be pressured by inflation, regulatory issues or litigation; past performance is not a guarantee.

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