Rating Change
JP Morgan analysts downgraded Compass Minerals International, Inc. (NYSE:CMP) from Neutral to Underweight on August 10, 2026.
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Compass Minerals International, Inc. (CMP) Downgraded to Underweight by JP Morgan
JP Morgan analysts downgraded Compass Minerals International, Inc. (NYSE:CMP) from Neutral to Underweight on August 10, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
Compass Minerals International, Inc. (NYSE:CMP) · downgrade
- Firm
- JP Morgan
- Rating
- Neutral to Underweight
- Price at event
- $27.35
- Market capitalization
- $737.5M
At a glance
Key takeaways
- JP Morgan downgraded Compass Minerals International (CMP) from Neutral to Underweight on August 10, 2026, which may prompt institutional investors to adjust positions.
Market Context
Compass Minerals International, Inc. operates in the Basic Materials sector. The stock currently trades at $27.35 with a market capitalization of $737.5M.
Analyst downgrades can weigh on a stock in the short term as institutional investors who follow JP Morgan's research adjust their positions. However, downgrades also sometimes create buying opportunities if the market overreacts to the rating change. The reasoning behind the downgrade matters more than the rating itself.
Analyst ratings and price targets are one input among many for investment decisions. Historical studies show that consensus analyst recommendations have mixed predictive power on their own, but significant changes in consensus — such as multiple upgrades or downgrades in a short period — can be more meaningful signals.
Recent Analyst Activity for Compass Minerals International, Inc.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 4 Buy, 4 Hold, 2 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 2026 | JP Morgan | Underweight | N/A |
| May 14, 2026 | JP Morgan | Neutral | N/A |
| Jan 06, 2026 | BMO Capital | Market Perform | N/A |
| Dec 16, 2025 | Freedom Capital Markets | Buy | N/A |
| Dec 11, 2025 | Deutsche Bank | Buy | N/A |
Related Tools: Analyst Ratings Dashboard | View CMP Stock Page
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Underweight rating mean for CMP?
A rating of Underweight from JP Morgan reflects the analyst's outlook on Compass Minerals International, Inc. (NYSE:CMP). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
Browse recent upgrades and downgrades on our Analyst Ratings Dashboard or the CMP forecast page.