CIBC Downgrades Capstone Copper (CSCCF) from Outperform to Neutral Feb 18 2026

On Feb 18, 2026 CIBC cut its rating on Capstone Copper Corp. to Neutral from Outperform, a clear shift in analyst sentiment. The CSCCF analyst rating change signals a more cautious outlook from one of Canada’s major banks. The downgrade accompanies a reported 1.99% ($0.20) price move since the action and comes as investors reassess near-term copper sector risks. We summarize the downgrade, explain what it means for investors, and place the move in the context of broader analyst coverage and Capstone’s market position.