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CoreCivic CXW · USD

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About CoreCivic

From its filings with the US Securities and Exchange Commission

SEC filings

CoreCivic is based in Brentwood, Tennessee and is incorporated in Maryland. Its shares trade on NYSE under the ticker CXW. The SEC classifies its business as real estate investment trusts. In the fiscal year to 31 December 2025, it reported revenue of $2.21bn and net income of $116.5m. At that date it held total assets of $3.26bn and shareholders' equity of $1.41bn.

In its own words

We are a diversified government solutions company with the scale and experience needed to solve tough government challenges in flexible, cost-effective ways. Through three segments, CoreCivic Safety, CoreCivic Community, and CoreCivic Properties, we provide a broad range of solutions to government partners that serve the public good through corrections and detention management, a network of residential reentry centers to help address America's recidivism crisis, and government real estate solutions. We have been a flexible and dependable partner for government for over 40 years. Our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to help government better the public good.

We are the nation's largest owner of partnership correctional, detention, and residential reentry facilities and one of the largest operators of such facilities in the United States. As of December 31, 2025, through our CoreCivic Safety segment, we operated 44 correctional and detention facilities, 40 of which we owned or controlled via a long-term lease, with a total design capacity of approximately 68,000 beds. Through our CoreCivic Community segment, we owned and operated 20 residential reentry centers, which we owned or controlled via a long-term lease, with a total design capacity of approximately 4,000 beds. In addition, through our CoreCivic Properties segment, we owned five properties, with a total design capacity of approximately 8,000 beds.

Quoted from its 10-K, filed 20 Feb 2026. Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗

Company facts

Sector
Industrials
Industry
Commercial Services & Supplies
Listed since
2 Oct 1986
Employees
13,651
Head office
5501 VIRGINIA WAY, BRENTWOOD, TN, 37027
Incorporated in
MD
Classification
Real Estate Investment Trusts
Filer status
Large accelerated filer

Leadership

Pay as last reported

  • Mr. Mark EmkesNon-Executive Independent Chairman of the Board$336,510
  • Mr. Patrick SwindlePresident, Chief Executive Officer, Director, since 2018$2.6m
  • Mr. Damon HiningerChief Executive Officer, Director, since 2007$7.5m
  • Mr. David GarfinkleChief Financial Officer, Executive Vice President$2.7m
  • Mr. Cole CarterExecutive Vice President, General Counsel, Secretary
  • Mr. Anthony GrandeExecutive Vice President, Chief Development Officer$2.7m
  • Ms. Lucibeth MayberryExecutive Vice President, Chief Innovation Officer$2.5m
  • Mr. Daren SwensonExecutive Vice President, Chief Corrections and Reentry Officer
  • Mr. Harley LappinDirector, since 2011$218,006
  • Ms. S. Dawn SmithIndependent Director
  • Ms. Stacey TankIndependent Director
  • Ms. Nina TranIndependent Director

Environmental, social and governance

Scores out of 100, from our data supplier

ESG
Overall
65
Environment
34
Social
89
Governance
73
Direct emissions (scope 1)
47,432 t
Energy emissions (scope 2)
78,921 t
Carbon reduction policy
No
Human rights policy
Yes

SWOT analysis

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Strengths

  • Strong industry presence: Corecivic Inc is one of the leading companies in the private prison and correctional facility management industry.
  • Well-established infrastructure: The company owns and operates a network of correctional facilities across the United States, equipped with modern amenities and security systems.
  • Diversified revenue streams: Corecivic Inc offers a range of services including managing government and federal correctional facilities, providing inmate healthcare, transportation, and prisoner rehabilitation programs, ensuring a diverse and stable revenue base.

Weaknesses

  • Dependence on government contracts: Corecivic Inc heavily relies on contracts with federal, state, and local governments for its revenue, which exposes the company to potential risks and uncertainties associated with changes in government policies.
  • Negative public perception: The private prison industry, including Corecivic Inc, has faced criticism for ethical concerns surrounding inmate treatment, overcrowding, and rehabilitation practices, leading to reputational challenges.
  • Vulnerability to legal and regulatory changes: Changes in legislation or regulations related to the criminal justice system may impact Corecivic Inc's operations and profitability.

Opportunities

  • Growing demand for correctional facilities: The increasing inmate population and the need for modern, secure, and cost-effective correctional facilities present growth opportunities for Corecivic Inc.
  • Expansion into new markets: The company can explore international markets or enter into partnerships to broaden its geographical reach and diversify its revenue streams.
  • Potential for public-private partnerships: Governments seeking cost-effective solutions for correctional services may create opportunities for Corecivic Inc to enter public-private partnerships and secure long-term contracts.

Threats

  • Political and regulatory uncertainty: Changes in government policies, public opinion, or legal frameworks concerning the private prison industry can pose threats to Corecivic Inc's operations and profitability.
  • Increased competition: The private prison industry is becoming more competitive, with the entry of new players and the potential for larger corrections corporations to expand their market share.
  • Litigation and legal risks: Corecivic Inc faces the risk of legal disputes, lawsuits, and potential financial penalties related to inmate lawsuits, allegations of mistreatment, or violations of constitutional rights.

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