CNR Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CNR - Core Natural Resources, Inc.
$103.17
1.78 (1.76%)
▲
5d:
-5.06%
30d:
+10.02%
90d:
+16.56%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Apr 1, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 14, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CNR shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: CNR 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
$177.67
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$110.32
6.5% 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 11.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CNR is currently trading at $103.17, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $87.79 to $106.14. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 12.9) compared to its historical average (11.6). At these levels, the market is pricing in 3.4% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CNR is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $100.52. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CNR is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $100.52. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. 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
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Fair Price Range
$87.79 -
$106.14
Company Quality Score
56/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
63.8%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($111.00)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 3.4% growth with 81.8% revenue growth
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -5.1% 5-day decline
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$87.79 -
$106.14
Current vs Fair Value
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$100.52
Resistance Level
$114.80
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Apr 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
12.89
Wall Street Target
$111.00
(+9.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
81.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-81.1%
Profit Margin
-3.7%
Valuation Premium vs History
+3.4% premium
PE vs Historical
12.9 vs 11.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+3.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$104.84
(+3%)
2-Year Target
$108.40
(+7%)
3-Year Target
$112.09
(+11%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 13→12)
PE COMPRESSION
$100.86
(-1%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.4, Growth: 60.5%)
$593.27
(+485%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 12.9, Growth: 60.5%)
$342.19
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.0, Growth: 60.5%)
$290.86
(+187%)
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
3
Sells
Net
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