COUR Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
COUR - Coursera, Inc.
$5.88
0.03 (0.51%)
β²
5d:
+0.68%
30d:
-9.95%
90d:
-20.11%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Apr 1, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 23, 2026
20d
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Bottom Line:
π HOLD: COUR shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
π HOLD: COUR 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
$13.87
Based on 13.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$8.61
31.7% 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 13.9x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: COUR is currently trading at $5.88, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $5.79 to $6.34. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 10.9) compared to its historical average (13.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 7.8% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, COUR is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $5.50, while resistance sits at $6.08.
Market Sentiment: COUR has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $10.11 (+72.8%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, COUR is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $5.50, while resistance sits at $6.08.
Market Sentiment: COUR has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $10.11 (+72.8%). 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 LOW
Fair Price Range
$5.79 -
$6.34
Company Quality Score
50/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 72.8% below Wall St target ($10.11)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$5.79 -
$6.34
Current vs Fair Value
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$5.50
Resistance Level
$6.09
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Apr 1, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.90
Wall Street Target
$10.11
(+72.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
9.9%
Profit Margin
-6.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-7.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
10.9 vs 13.9
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-7.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$5.39
(-8%)
2-Year Target
$4.97
(-15%)
3-Year Target
$4.59
(-22%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 11β14)
$5.85
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.4, Growth: 22.8%)
$22.19
(+279%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 10.9, Growth: 22.8%)
$10.82
(+85%)
Bear:
(PE: 9.3, Growth: 22.8%)
$9.20
(+57%)
π‘
Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 10.9 to 13.9
Stabilization Target:
$7.46
(+27.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+27.5%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
3
Sells
Net
INSIDERS SELLING
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