Kathleen Mazzarella Buys Core & Main, Inc. Shares

Kathleen Mazzarella, an insider at Core & Main, Inc. (NYSE:CNM), purchased 2,799 shares on June 23, 2026. This transaction was not part of a pre-planned trading program. Shares of Core & Main traded around $46.45 on Thursday.

Insider Buying and Selling at Core & Main, Inc.

In addition to Kathleen Mazzarella, several other insiders, including Kimbrough Orvin, Margaret Newman, Dennis Gipson, Susan Hardwick, James Castellano, and James Hope, also bought 2,799 shares each on the same date. These purchases were not made under Rule 10b5-1 plans.

Other Institutional Activity in Core & Main

BlackRock, Inc. increased its holdings in Core & Main by 277,506 shares, bringing its total to 19,206,024 shares valued at about $948.8 million, a 1.5% increase. Capital World Investors significantly boosted its position by 5,278,652 shares, now holding 11,571,392 shares worth approximately $571.6 million, marking an 83.9% increase. Vanguard Capital Management LLC and Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC both opened new positions, each holding 8,465,825 and 7,819,539 shares, respectively, valued at $418.2 million and $386.3 million. Select Equity Group, L.P. reduced its stake by 524,169 shares, ending with 7,254,207 shares valued at $358.4 million, a 6.7% decrease.

Core & Main, Inc. Stock Up 9.6%

Shares of Core & Main, Inc. (NYSE:CNM) traded near $46.45 on Thursday. The company has a market capitalization of $8.84 billion with a P/E ratio of 20.0 and a forward P/E of 15.3. Its beta stands at 0.906, indicating lower volatility compared to the market. The stock's 52-week range is $43.96 to $67.18, with a 50-day moving average of $49.50 and a 200-day moving average of $51.85. Core & Main maintains a current ratio of 2.31 and a quick ratio of 1.28, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 115.94.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On June 11, 2026, Citigroup maintained its 'hold' rating for Core & Main with a price target of $53. Deutsche Bank and Barclays, on March 25, 2026, both maintained 'buy' ratings with a target of $62. Wells Fargo continues to support a 'buy' rating, setting a price target of $65 as of January 14, 2026. The consensus among 15 analysts is a 'buy' recommendation with a mean target price of $60.60.

About Core & Main, Inc.

Core & Main, Inc. is a major player in the industrial distribution sector, focusing on water, wastewater, storm drainage, and fire protection products and services in the U.S. Its offerings include a wide range of pipes, valves, hydrants, fittings, and smart metering solutions. Headquartered in Saint Louis, Missouri, and led by CEO Mark R. Witkowski, the company employs around 5,600 people and serves municipalities, private water companies, and contractors across various markets.

Bottom Line

Kathleen Mazzarella's recent purchase of Core & Main shares adds to the insider activity at the company, signaling potential interest in its future prospects. The company's stock has shown some volatility, but with a solid market position and ongoing institutional interest, it remains a focal point for investors. As always, remember that insider transactions are reported after the fact and may not reflect current holdings.