Compass Minerals International, Inc.
CMPBasic MaterialsNASDAQOther Industrial Metals & Mining · Last scanned Sep 8, 2026
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Daily timeframeOperating under the Other Industrial Metals & Mining umbrella, Compass Minerals International, Inc. is a basic materials company. Compass Minerals International, Inc. The company carries a $1.06B market cap, placing it firmly in the small-cap category. provides essential minerals in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and internationally.
Market Cap
$1.06B
Beta
1.23
P/E (TTM)
60.29
P/E (Fwd)
20.00
EPS (TTM)
$0.42
EPS (Fwd)
$1.27
ROE
7.2%
ROA
5.0%
Cash
$56.3M
Total Debt
$774.6M
Free CF
$91.2M
52W Change
37.6%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where CMP stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the September 3, 2026 close, CMP finished 4.55% below its 150-day moving average ($26.81) and 1.51% above its 200-day moving average ($25.21). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is CMP overbought or oversold?
At the September 3, 2026 close, CMP's RSI(14) was 46.3, in neutral territory (between 30 and 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
On the balance sheet, CMP has $56.3M in cash with $774.6M in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. Free cash flow comes in at $91.2M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. Return on equity stands at 7.2%, which is modest for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 5.0% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $1.25B (2022) to $1.24B (2025).
Debt significantly exceeds cash reserves, which means the company's financial flexibility could be constrained during economic downturns. The elevated P/E ratio means the stock is priced for significant future growth. If earnings disappoint, the price correction could be sharp. No single metric tells the full story. Reviewing CMP's risk profile alongside its fundamentals and technical indicators provides a more complete picture.