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Jun 10, 2019

Molson Coors (TAP, $54.76) gets "underperform" rating from Credit Suisse

Credit Suisse initiated coverage on Molson Coors Brewing with an "underperform" rating.

In a note to investors, Credit Suisse  mentioned the brewing company’s significant challenges in its portfolio exposure, and said they apprehend “the time for bold decisions has passed" for Molson Coors. The investment bank also pointed out that a levered balance sheet might be hindering the ability for Molson to make “bold” decisions.

Credit Suisse also indicated that Molson Coors shares have fallen 40% since YE 2016 with fundamentals in nearly every region having worsened. The bank does not perceive any clear path toward stabilization for the brewing company.

A month ago, Molson Coors reported adjusted earnings of 52 cents per share, lower than analysts’ expectations of  57 cents per share (based on Zacks poll).

Related Ticker: TAP

TAP in upward trend: price may jump up because it broke its lower Bollinger Band on June 13, 2025

TAP may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options. In of 37 cases where TAP's price broke its lower Bollinger Band, its price rose further in the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .

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Technical Analysis (Indicators)

Bullish Trend Analysis

The RSI Indicator shows that the ticker has stayed in the oversold zone for 4 days. The price of this ticker is presumed to bounce back soon, since the longer the ticker stays in the oversold zone, the more promptly an Uptrend is expected.

The Stochastic Oscillator shows that the ticker has stayed in the oversold zone for 3 days. The price of this ticker is presumed to bounce back soon, since the longer the ticker stays in the oversold zone, the more promptly an upward trend is expected.

Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where TAP advanced for three days, in of 326 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .

Bearish Trend Analysis

The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on May 23, 2025. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on TAP as a result. In of 78 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .

The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for TAP turned negative on May 23, 2025. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 49 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In of the 49 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at .

The 50-day moving average for TAP moved below the 200-day moving average on June 11, 2025. This could be a long-term bearish signal for the stock as the stock shifts to an downward trend.

Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where TAP declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .

The Aroon Indicator for TAP entered a downward trend on May 19, 2025. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.

The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating well-balanced risk and returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 88, placing this stock slightly better than average.

The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to consistent earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.

The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating fairly steady price growth. TAP’s price grows at a lower rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.

The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (1.085) is normal, around the industry mean (4.028). P/E Ratio (15.407) is within average values for comparable stocks, (29.201). TAP's Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (3.379) is slightly higher than the industry average of (2.099). Dividend Yield (0.025) settles around the average of (0.024) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (1.250) is also within normal values, averaging (6.236).

The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating slightly better than average sales and a considerably profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.

Notable companies

The most notable companies in this group are Anheuser-Busch INBEV SA/NV (NYSE:BUD), Constellation Brands (NYSE:STZ), Molson Coors Beverage Company (NYSE:TAP).

Industry description

The alcoholic beverage market includes beer, wine, and spirits. From $230 billion in 2015, the industry has grown to around $250 billion by 2019. In recent years, alcoholic beverage makers have been looking to expand distribution and purchase channels, such as through online stores (e.g. e-commerce platform Drizly) and convenience stores. Anheuser-Busch In Bev and Diageo are major global alcoholic beverage companies, while U.S.-owned companies include Constellation Brands and Brown-Forman Corp. among several others.

Market Cap

The average market capitalization across the Beverages: Alcoholic Industry is 21.7B. The market cap for tickers in the group ranges from 2.66K to 19.33T. PBGDF holds the highest valuation in this group at 19.33T. The lowest valued company is WBEVQ at 2.66K.

High and low price notable news

The average weekly price growth across all stocks in the Beverages: Alcoholic Industry was -3%. For the same Industry, the average monthly price growth was -5%, and the average quarterly price growth was -1%. ADWPF experienced the highest price growth at 15%, while AMZE experienced the biggest fall at -34%.

Volume

The average weekly volume growth across all stocks in the Beverages: Alcoholic Industry was 2%. For the same stocks of the Industry, the average monthly volume growth was 84% and the average quarterly volume growth was 17%

Fundamental Analysis Ratings

The average fundamental analysis ratings, where 1 is best and 100 is worst, are as follows

Valuation Rating: 43
P/E Growth Rating: 54
Price Growth Rating: 64
SMR Rating: 79
Profit Risk Rating: 88
Seasonality Score: 8 (-100 ... +100)
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16500
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https://www.molsoncoors.com