CR Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CR - Crane Company
$182.64
3.26 (1.82%)
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Last Updated: January 30, 2026
Earnings: Feb 02, 2026
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Bottom Line:
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: CR is down 10.6% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: CR is down 10.6% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$289.62
Based on 8.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$179.83
Trading above fair value
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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CR is currently trading at $182.64, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $188.11 to $205.75. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 23.5) compared to its historical average (28.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 6.5% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 0.5% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CR is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $174.78, while resistance sits at $214.31.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $217.62 (+21.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CR is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $174.78, while resistance sits at $214.31.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $217.62 (+21.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Fair Price Range
$188.11 -
$205.75
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
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 (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 21.3% below Wall St target ($217.62)
- WARNING: Recommendation downgraded due to -10.6% 5-day decline - wait for stabilization
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$188.11 -
$205.75
Current vs Fair Value
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$174.78
Resistance Level
$214.31
Current Trend
Uptrend
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
23.50
Wall Street Target
$217.63
(+21.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
6.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
0.5%
Profit Margin
15.9%
Valuation Discount vs History
-6.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
23.5 vs 28.7
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-6.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$167.72
(-7%)
2-Year Target
$156.82
(-13%)
3-Year Target
$146.63
(-18%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 24→29)
$179.10
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 23.5, Growth: 13.5%)
$262.56
(+46%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.3, Growth: 13.5%)
$249.20
(+39%)
Bear:
(PE: 19.0, Growth: 13.5%)
$211.82
(+18%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (32x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (24x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 32.15 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.67
Bull Case
$269.96
(+48%)
Analyst growth 34.6%, PE expands to 35.4
Base Case
$245.42
(+34%)
Market implied 34.6%, PE stable at 32.2
Bear Case
$123.94
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 27.3
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 23.5 to 28.7
Stabilization Target:
$219.11
(+22.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+22.1%
Last updated: January 30, 2026 7:43 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
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