CDW Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CDW - CDW Corporation
$102.16
1.76 (1.75%)
▲
5d:
-7.3%
30d:
-21.15%
90d:
-19.45%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 06, 2026
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Strength: 10.0/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CDW shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: CDW shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$179.75
Based on 5.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$111.61
8.5% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 11.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CDW is currently trading at $102.16, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $112.68 to $139.21. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 8.9) compared to its historical average (11.8). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 8.9% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 7.7% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CDW is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $97.12, while resistance sits at $138.81.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $147.30 (+44.2%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CDW is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $97.12, while resistance sits at $138.81.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $147.30 (+44.2%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$112.68 -
$139.21
Company Quality Score
62/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 44.2% below Wall St target ($147.30)
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -7.3% 5-day decline
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$112.68 -
$139.21
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$97.12
Resistance Level
$138.81
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
May 14, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
8.93
Wall Street Target
$147.30
(+44.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
9.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
7.7%
Profit Margin
4.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-8.9% cheaper
PE vs Historical
8.9 vs 11.8
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-8.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$93.07
(-9%)
2-Year Target
$84.78
(-17%)
3-Year Target
$77.24
(-24%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9→12)
$102.07
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.0, Growth: 7.8%)
$315.47
(+209%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 8.9, Growth: 7.8%)
$127.81
(+25%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.6, Growth: 7.8%)
$108.64
(+6%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (12x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (9x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 12.23 | Current EPS (TTM): $8.21
Bull Case
$153.91
(+51%)
Analyst growth 39.4%, PE expands to 13.5
Base Case
$139.92
(+37%)
Market implied 39.4%, PE stable at 12.2
Bear Case
$68.27
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 10.4
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 8.9 to 11.8
Stabilization Target:
$135.01
(+32.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+32.2%
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1
Buys
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Sells
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