CoreCivic, Inc. Hits 52-Week Low at $15.73 Amid Declining Performance

CoreCivic, Inc. has reached a new 52-week low, trading at USD 15.73 as of February 23, 2026. This marks a significant decline for the small-cap company, which operates within the miscellaneous industry. Over the past year, CoreCivic's performance has been notably below the broader market, with a return of -13.31%, compared to the S&P 500's gain of 12.95%. The company's financial metrics reveal a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 18.00, indicating its current valuation relative to earnings. CoreCivic's market capitalization stands at USD 1,751 million, and it has a return on equity (ROE) of 8.37%. However, the company has faced challenges, with operating profit declining at an annual rate of -4.42% over the last five years. Additionally, CoreCivic has not offered a dividend yield, and its debt-to-equity ratio is 0.79. The stock's previous 52-week high was USD 23.54, highlighting the extent of its recent decline. As the company navigates these financial dynamics, its performance continues to be closely monitored.