CRON

Healthcare

Cronos Group Inc. · Drug Manufacturers - Specialty & Generic · $1B

UQS Score — Balanced Preset
44.9
Below Average

Cronos Group Inc. scores 44.9/100 using the Balanced preset.

UQS vs Healthcare Sector
CRON
44.9
Sector avg
32.4
Quality
Weak
Moat
Weak
Growth
Good
Risk
Strong
Valuation
Good

What is Cronos Group Inc.?

Cronos Group is a Canadian cannabinoid company operating across both the cannabis and hemp-derived consumer product markets. It serves medical, adult-use, and wellness consumers through multiple brands and channels.

Cronos generates revenue by cultivating, manufacturing, and distributing cannabis products — including dried flower, pre-rolls, edibles, and extracts — under its PEACE NATURALS and Spinach brands. It also sells hemp-derived supplements and cosmetics through the Lord Jones and Happy Dance brands via e-commerce and retail in the United States, and exports cannabis products to Germany, Israel, and Australia.

Cronos Group was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.

  • Medical and adult-use cannabis (PEACE NATURALS, Spinach)
  • Hemp-derived supplements and cosmetics (Lord Jones, Happy Dance)
  • Cannabis extracts, edibles, and concentrates
  • International cannabis exports

Is CRON a Good Stock to Buy?

UQS Score rates CRON as Below Average overall.

The Risk pillar stands out as a relative bright spot, suggesting the balance sheet carries less financial danger than many cannabis-sector peers. The Growth and Valuation pillars also register positively, indicating the business has expansion potential and is not obviously overpriced relative to fundamentals.

Quality and Moat are both rated Weak, reflecting limited earnings consistency and a lack of durable competitive advantages in a crowded, heavily regulated market.

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Past performance does not guarantee future results. UQS Score is based on fundamental data and is not a buy/sell recommendation.

Does CRON pay dividends?

No — Cronos Group Inc. does not currently pay a dividend.

Cronos Group does not currently pay a dividend. As a growth-stage cannabis company, capital is directed toward expanding operations, building brand presence, and navigating a complex regulatory environment rather than returning cash to shareholders.

When does CRON report earnings?

Cronos Group reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, consistent with standard practice for publicly listed equities.

Revenue trends reflect the company's dual focus on Canadian cannabis and US hemp-derived consumer products. Results can vary meaningfully quarter to quarter given regulatory shifts and evolving consumer demand across its markets.

For the most recent quarter's results, visit Cronos Group's investor relations page directly.

CRON Price History

-69.7% over 5Y

Monthly close, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment.

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What if I invested in Cronos Group Inc.?

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Today it would be worth
$3,541
That's a -64.6% total return, or -18.7% annualized.

Based on Cronos Group Inc.'s historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Cronos Group do?

Cronos Group cultivates and sells cannabis products — including dried flower, pre-rolls, edibles, and extracts — in Canada and internationally. It also markets hemp-derived supplements and cosmetics in the United States under the Lord Jones and Happy Dance brands.

Does CRON pay dividends?

No, Cronos Group does not pay a dividend. The company is in a growth phase and reinvests available capital into its operations and brand development rather than distributing cash to shareholders.

When does CRON report earnings?

Cronos Group follows a standard quarterly reporting schedule. Because specific dates can shift, check the company's investor relations page for the most current earnings calendar.

Is CRON a good stock to buy?

The UQS Score rates CRON as Below Average. Growth and Risk pillars show relative strength, but weak Quality and Moat scores highlight meaningful challenges. Investors should review the full pillar analysis before drawing conclusions.

Is CRON overvalued?

The UQS Valuation pillar for CRON is rated Good, suggesting the stock does not appear significantly overpriced relative to its fundamentals. The complete valuation metrics are available to UQS Pro members.

What is CRON's market cap bracket?

Cronos Group is classified as a small-cap stock, meaning its total market value is relatively modest compared to large or mega-cap peers in the broader healthcare and consumer sectors.

Is CRON a long-term quality investment?

As a long-term quality indicator, CRON's Below Average UQS Score — driven by Weak Quality and Moat ratings — suggests the business has not yet demonstrated the consistency or competitive durability typically associated with high-quality long-term holdings.

What sector does CRON belong to?

Cronos Group is classified under the Healthcare sector, reflecting its focus on cannabis and cannabinoid-derived products for medical and wellness applications, alongside its consumer-facing adult-use and cosmetics businesses.

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CRON — Score History

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Score changes· 24 most recent
DateUQSQualityMoatGrowthRiskValueChange
May 22, 202644.82.119.066.8100.074.3-0.1
May 21, 202644.92.119.066.8100.074.80.0
May 20, 202644.92.119.066.8100.075.20.0
May 16, 202644.92.119.066.8100.075.0+0.1
May 14, 202644.82.119.066.8100.074.4+1.7
May 13, 202643.12.119.059.5100.072.9-1.4
May 12, 202644.52.119.065.1100.074.8+0.1
May 11, 202644.42.119.076.482.476.9+0.5
May 10, 202643.90.019.076.482.476.7+0.8
May 8, 202643.10.019.076.482.471.1-0.7

CRON — Pillar Breakdown

Quality

2.1/100 (25%)

Cronos Group Inc. currently shows below-average quality metrics, suggesting challenges with profitability.

Capital Efficiency (ROIC)Weak

How effectively capital is deployed to generate returns.

Return on EquityWeak

Profitability relative to shareholders' equity.

Operating ProfitabilityWeak

Ability to convert revenue into operating profit.

Net ProfitabilityWeak

Bottom-line profit as a share of revenue.

Gross Profit / AssetsWeak

Asset productivity — how much gross profit each dollar of assets generates.

Cash GenerationWeak

Free cash flow relative to market value.

Growth

66.8/100 (20%)

Cronos Group Inc. demonstrates healthy growth trends across revenue and earnings.

Recent Revenue TrendStrong

Revenue trajectory over the last twelve months.

3Y Revenue CAGRStrong

Compound annual revenue growth rate over 3 years.

EPS GrowthWeak

Year-over-year earnings per share growth.

Forward Revenue OutlookModerate

Analyst consensus for future revenue growth.

Forward EPS GrowthStrong

Analyst consensus for future earnings growth.

Risk

100.0/100 (15%)

Cronos Group Inc. carries minimal financial risk with conservative leverage and strong solvency.

Financial LeverageStrong

Debt levels relative to earnings capacity.

Debt/EquityStrong

Total debt relative to shareholder equity.

Current RatioStrong

Short-term liquidity — ability to pay near-term obligations.

Interest CoverageStrong

Earnings capacity relative to interest payments.

Valuation

75.1/100 (15%)

Cronos Group Inc. appears attractively valued relative to its earnings, cash flows, and sector peers.

Earnings YieldWeak

Inverse of forward P/E — higher yield means cheaper stock.

PEG RatioStrong

P/E relative to earnings growth — lower is more attractive.

EV/EBITDA vs SectorStrong

Enterprise value multiple relative to sector median.

Moat

19/100 (25%)

Cronos Group Inc. operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for CRON.

Score Composition

Quality
2.1×25%0.5
Growth
66.8×20%13.4
Risk
100.0×15%15.0
Valuation
75.1×15%11.3
Moat
19.0×25%4.8
Total
44.9Below Average

Financial Data

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How is the CRON UQS Score Calculated?

The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Cronos Group Inc. is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.

Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.

Moat (25%) assesses Cronos Group Inc.'s competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.

Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.

Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.

Valuation (15%) measures whether Cronos Group Inc. is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.

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