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Service Corporation International (CH:SVC)
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Service International (SVC) Price & Analysis

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Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Strong Cash Generation And Upgraded GuidanceManagement raised adjusted operating cash flow and free cash flow guidance, reflecting sustainable operating cash conversion and better working capital. Higher recurring cash generation supports reinvestment, debt servicing and shareholder returns over the coming 2–6 months.
Preneed Sales Momentum (Cemetery & Funeral)Consistent growth in preneed cemetery and funeral production builds a durable revenue pipeline and improves future revenue visibility. Preneed sales backed by trusts/insurance reduce volatility of at-need demand and support margin stability over multiple reporting periods.
Disciplined Capital Allocation And LiquidityMaterial buybacks, an increased repurchase authorization and a $1.6B liquidity buffer indicate active, disciplined capital allocation. With steady FCF, management can sustain returns while keeping liquidity for refinancing and targeted acquisitions over the medium term.
Bears Say
Elevated Leverage And Refinancing RiskHigh leverage amplifies returns but reduces financial flexibility. Net leverage near management's 3.5–4.0x target and upcoming 2027 notes increase refinancing and interest-rate sensitivity, constraining M&A, dividend flexibility and downside protection if volumes weaken.
Margin Pressure From Compensation And Preneed TimingA durable product-mix shift toward insurance-funded preneed increases upfront recognized selling compensation and deferred revenue timing. Lower recognition rates compress near-term margins and can cause persistent volatility in reported revenue and profitability until recognition patterns re-normalize.
Governance Scrutiny And Potential Board ChangesHeightened shareholder scrutiny and a failed director vote create governance uncertainty that can distract management, slow strategic decisions and prompt leadership or policy changes. Activism-driven shifts may affect capital allocation, M&A execution and corporate strategy over the medium term.

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What was Service Corporation International’s price range in the past 12 months?
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What is Service Corporation International’s market cap?
Service Corporation International’s market cap is CHF9.52B.
    When is Service Corporation International’s upcoming earnings report date?
    Service Corporation International’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 04, 2026 which is in 89 days.
      How were Service Corporation International’s earnings last quarter?
      Service Corporation International released its earnings results on Jul 29, 2026. The company reported CHF0.729 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of CHF0.719 by CHF0.01.
        Is Service Corporation International overvalued?
        According to Wall Street analysts Service Corporation International’s price is currently Undervalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
          Does Service Corporation International pay dividends?
          Service Corporation International does not currently pay dividends.
          What is Service Corporation International’s EPS estimate?
          Service Corporation International’s EPS estimate is 0.8.
            How many shares outstanding does Service Corporation International have?
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            What happened to Service Corporation International’s price movement after its last earnings report?
            Service Corporation International reported an EPS of CHF0.729 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of CHF0.719. Following the earnings report the stock price went same N/A.
              Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Service Corporation International?
              Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CH:SVC
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                Company Description

                Service Corporation International

                Service Corporation International (SCI) is a leading provider of comprehensive end-of-life products and services across the United States and Canada. The company structures its extensive operations into two primary divisions: Funeral Services and Cemetery Operations. SCI's physical footprint encompasses a vast network of funeral homes, cemeteries, and crematories, including numerous integrated locations that offer both funeral and cemetery services. Their professional offerings span the entire funeral and cremation process, from the logistical aspects of facility and vehicle use to the compassionate arrangement and direction of services. This includes essential tasks such as removal, preparation, embalming, and cremation, alongside memorialization options, travel protection plans, and catering. Clients can also procure a wide array of funeral merchandise. This includes burial caskets and associated accessories, various urns and other cremation receptacles, outer burial containers, floral arrangements, digital and video tributes, stationery, and other items for memorialization. Within its cemetery division, SCI facilitates the acquisition of interment rights for diverse preferences, such as traditional developed lots, lawn crypts, mausoleum spaces, and niches for cremated remains. They also provide cemetery-specific merchandise and services like memorial markers, bases, outer burial containers, floral placements, graveside services, and merchandise installation, often available through pre-need arrangements. SCI markets its services and products under several well-recognized brands, including Dignity Memorial, Neptune Society, and National Cremation Society. As of the end of 2021, the company boasted an impressive reach with 1,471 funeral service locations and 488 cemeteries – 299 of which were combined funeral/cemetery sites. This significant network extends across 44 U.S. states, eight Canadian provinces, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico. Established in 1962, Service Corporation International maintains its headquarters in Houston, Texas.

                Service International (SVC) Earnings & Revenues

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                SVC Earnings Call

                Q2 2026
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                Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
                The call conveyed multiple clear operational and financial positives: solid preneed sales momentum (especially Cemetery), materially stronger operating cash flow, a raised cash flow guidance midpoint, robust free cash flow growth, active capital returns, disciplined liquidity and M&A execution, and early benefits from sales strategy and digital/AI initiatives. Offsetting these positives were near-term margin pressures from accounting recognition of selling compensation tied to the shift in product and pay mix, lower Funeral case volumes earlier in the year, preneed recognition timing/backlog effects that depress near-term recognition rates, and some below-the-line/one-time tax and interest dynamics. Management indicated these headwinds are largely transitional and expects margin expansion and double-digit EPS growth in H2 2026, leading to a net positive outlook.View all CH:SVC earnings summaries

                SVC Revenue Breakdown

                56.17%56.17%43.83%
                56.17% Funeral
                43.83% Cemetery
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                SVC Stock 12 Month Forecast

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