Columbus McKinnon Corporation
CMCOIndustrialsNASDAQFarm & Heavy Construction Machinery · Last scanned Jul 18, 2026
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Daily timeframeColumbus McKinnon Corporation designs, manufactures, and markets motion solutions for moving, lifting, positioning, and securing materials. The $414.0M market capitalization puts CMCO squarely in small-cap range for its industry. It offers powered chain hoists, electric wire rope hoists, hand-operated hoists, winches, lever tools, and air-powered hoists, as well as explosion-protected and custom engineered hoists, such as wire rope and manual hoists; precision conveyer products which includes low profile, flexible chain, large scale, sanitary, and vertical elevation conveyor systems, as well as pallet system conveyors and accumulation systems; and power control and delivery systems and solutions.
Market Cap
$414.0M
Beta
1.39
P/E (TTM)
—
P/E (Fwd)
5.73
EPS (TTM)
$-7.40
EPS (Fwd)
$2.51
ROE
-19.7%
ROA
1.6%
Cash
$97.2M
Total Debt
$2.49B
Free CF
-$398.4M
52W Change
-5.9%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
On the balance sheet, CMCO has $97.2M in cash with $2.49B in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$398.4M. This typically occurs when a company is investing aggressively in growth, but sustained cash burn can strain the balance sheet. Return on equity stands at -19.7%, which is negative for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 1.6% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has grown from $936.2M (2023) to $1.19B (2026), reflecting a 27% increase over the period.
The debt-to-cash ratio suggests meaningful leverage on the balance sheet, a factor worth monitoring if credit conditions tighten. Negative free cash flow means the company is currently spending more than it generates, which may require future fundraising or debt if the trend continues. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing CMCO.