Corning Incorporated

Corning Incorporated

GLWยทNYSE

$200.77

+0.18%
TechnologyHardware, Equipment & Parts

Corning Incorporated engages in display technologies, optical communications, environmental technologies, specialty materials, and life sciences businesses worldwide. The company's Display Technologies segment offers glass substrates for liquid crystal displays and organic light-emitting diodes used in televisions, notebook computers, desktop monitors, tablets, and handheld devices. Its Optical Communications segment provides optical fibers and cables; and hardware and equipment products, including cable assemblies, fiber optic hardware and connectors, optical components and couplers, closures, network interface devices, and other accessories. This segment also offers its products to businesses, governments, and individuals. Its Specialty Materials segment manufactures products that provide material formulations for glass, glass ceramics, crystals, precision metrology instruments, software; as well as ultra-thin and ultra-flat glass wafers, substrates, tinted sunglasses, and radiation shielding products. This segment serves various industries, including mobile consumer electronics, semiconductor equipment optics and consumables; aerospace and defense optics; radiation shielding products, sunglasses, and telecommunications components. The company's Environmental Technologies segment offers ceramic substrates and filter products for emissions control in mobile, gasoline, and diesel applications. The company's Life Sciences segment offers laboratory products comprising consumables, such as plastic vessels, liquid handling plastics, specialty surfaces, cell culture media, and serum, as well as general labware and equipment under the Corning, Falcon, Pyrex, and Axygen brands. The company was formerly known as Corning Glass Works and changed its name to Corning Incorporated in April 1989. Corning Incorporated was founded in 1851 and is headquartered in Corning, New York.

At a Glance

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Market Cap$172.79B
EPS1.8600
P/E Ratio47.18
Earnings Date08/04/2026
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Corning Incorporated Street Expectations Map

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Wall Street analysts project that GLW stock may decline over the coming 12 months. The consensus 1-year price target stands at 168.56, with estimates ranging from a low of 120.00 to a high of 223.00.

Lowest Target
120.00
-40.23%
Consensus Target
168.56
-16.04%
Highest Target
223.00
11.07%

The consensus 1-year price target stands at 168.56, with estimates ranging from a low of 120.00 to a high of 223.00.

Analyst Consensus Analysis

Upside Potential

-16.0%

Significant downside risk. Stock trading well above analyst consensus suggests elevated valuation concerns and potential correction.

Analyst Agreement

61.1% spread

High uncertainty. Very wide target spread indicates significant disagreement among analystsโ€”major valuation uncertainty or transformation underway.

Risk-Reward Profile

0.28x

Unfavorable risk-reward. Downside risk exceeds upside potential. Consider defensive positioning or alternative opportunities.

Analyst Conviction

Low

High uncertainty: Wide dispersion indicates analysts struggle to agree on valuationโ€”proceed with caution and independent analysis.

Market Sentiment Insight

Monitor and evaluate: Current analyst consensus suggests limited conviction or near-term catalysts. Stay informed on company developments and reassess positioning as new information emerges.

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Corning Incorporated Forward Estimates of Revenue

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Latest Revenue
15.63B
FY 2025
Avg Estimate
19.02B
FY 2026
Estimate Range
18.37B - 19.30B
Analyst Spread

Forward Growth Analysis

Projected Growth+21.7%

Strong growth expectations signal robust business momentum and market opportunity expansion.

Analyst Coverage8 Analysts

Moderate coverageโ€”sufficient for guidance but may lack depth of large-cap analysis.

Estimate Spread5%

Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.

OutlookStrong

Positive analyst consensus with strong growth expectations and forecast confidence.

Key Insight

Compelling growth story with analyst consensus: Strong projected growth combined with narrow estimate spread suggests high-conviction opportunity.

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Corning Incorporated Forward Estimates of Net Income

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Latest Net Income
1.60B
FY 2025
Avg Estimate
2.77B
FY 2026
Estimate Range
2.69B - 2.84B
Analyst Spread

Forward Growth Analysis

Projected Growth+73.3%

Strong growth expectations signal robust business momentum and market opportunity expansion.

Analyst Coverage8 Analysts

Moderate coverageโ€”sufficient for guidance but may lack depth of large-cap analysis.

Estimate Spread5%

Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.

OutlookStrong

Positive analyst consensus with strong growth expectations and forecast confidence.

Key Insight

Compelling growth story with analyst consensus: Strong projected growth combined with narrow estimate spread suggests high-conviction opportunity.

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Corning Incorporated Forward Estimates of EPS

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Latest EPS
1.86
FY 2025
Avg Estimate
$3.19
FY 2026
Estimate Range
$3.13 - $3.30
Analyst Spread

Forward Growth Analysis

Projected Growth+71.5%

Strong growth expectations signal robust business momentum and market opportunity expansion.

Analyst Coverage9 Analysts

Moderate coverageโ€”sufficient for guidance but may lack depth of large-cap analysis.

Estimate Spread5%

Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.

OutlookStrong

Positive analyst consensus with strong growth expectations and forecast confidence.

Key Insight

Compelling growth story with analyst consensus: Strong projected growth combined with narrow estimate spread suggests high-conviction opportunity.

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Corning Incorporated Forward Estimates of EBIT

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Latest EBIT
2.39B
FY 2025
Avg Estimate
2.56B
FY 2026
Estimate Range
2.47B - 2.59B
Analyst Spread

Forward Growth Analysis

Projected Growth+7.0%

Moderate growth expected, typical for mature businesses with stable market positions.

Analyst Coverage8 Analysts

Moderate coverageโ€”sufficient for guidance but may lack depth of large-cap analysis.

Estimate Spread5%

Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.

OutlookStrong

Positive analyst consensus with strong growth expectations and forecast confidence.

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Corning Incorporated Forward Estimates of EBITDA

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Latest EBITDA
3.73B
FY 2025
Avg Estimate
4.48B
FY 2026
Estimate Range
4.32B - 4.54B
Analyst Spread

Forward Growth Analysis

Projected Growth+19.9%

Solid growth trajectory indicates healthy business performance and competitive positioning.

Analyst Coverage8 Analysts

Moderate coverageโ€”sufficient for guidance but may lack depth of large-cap analysis.

Estimate Spread5%

Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.

OutlookStrong

Positive analyst consensus with strong growth expectations and forecast confidence.

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Corning Incorporated Forward Estimates of SG&A Expense

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Latest SG&A Expense
2.07B
FY 2025
Avg Estimate
2.62B
FY 2026
Estimate Range
2.53B - 2.66B
Analyst Spread

Forward Growth Analysis

Projected Growth+26.6%

Strong growth expectations signal robust business momentum and market opportunity expansion.

Analyst Coverage8 Analysts

Moderate coverageโ€”sufficient for guidance but may lack depth of large-cap analysis.

Estimate Spread5%

Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.

OutlookStrong

Positive analyst consensus with strong growth expectations and forecast confidence.

Key Insight

Compelling growth story with analyst consensus: Strong projected growth combined with narrow estimate spread suggests high-conviction opportunity.

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Corning Incorporated Insider Positioning

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During the last 12 months, insiders have sold $107.95M worth of GLW shares, with no buying activity reported.

3 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

182.3K

35.41M

Net Activity

-35.4M

-$35.41M

3-6 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

306.4K

40.58M

Net Activity

-40.6M

-$40.58M

6-9 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

173.9K

15.46M

Net Activity

-15.5M

-$15.46M

9-12 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

264.0K

16.51M

Net Activity

-16.5M

-$16.51M

Top Buyers

No buying activity

Top Sellers

1
WWP

Weeks Wendell P

Director, Officer: Chairman, Ceo And President

219.6K sharesโ€ข2 transactions

$26.72M

2
MES

Musser Eric S

Other: Retired President

218.8K sharesโ€ข7 transactions

$18.70M

3
SLA

Steverson Lewis A

Officer: Vice Chairman, Evp And Clao

82.9K sharesโ€ข4 transactions

$10.54M

4
SEA

Schlesinger Edward A

Officer: Exec. Vice President And Cfo

78.6K sharesโ€ข4 transactions

$9.19M

5
NAHI

Nelson Avery H Iii

Officer: Executive Vice President & Coo

64.1K sharesโ€ข4 transactions

$7.19M

Insider Activity Analysis

Net Insider Sentiment

Bearish

Strong bearish signal with $107.95M net selling. Heavy insider selling may indicate concerns about valuation or near-term prospects.

Buy/Sell Ratio

0.00:1

Very poor ratio. Heavy selling with minimal buying suggests insiders may be concerned about valuation or outlook.

Recent Trend (3 Months)

$35.41M

Heavy recent selling activity. Recent insider sales notably exceed purchasesโ€”may warrant investigation into company developments.

Insider Participation

High Selling

5 insider sellers vs. 0 buyers. Widespread selling across multiple insiders may signal concerns.

Insider Activity Insight

Multiple red flags: Heavy selling, numerous sellers, and continued recent selling create a concerning pattern. Investigate fundamental drivers and consider whether company guidance or industry conditions have deteriorated.