CR Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CR - Crane Company
$217.64
-2.16 (-0.98%)
▼
5d:
-2.66%
30d:
+16.65%
90d:
+25.86%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 27, 2026
22d
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: CR shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 3.2% growth. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: CR shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 3.2% growth. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$279.41
Based on 8.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$173.49
Trading above historical range
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 $217.64, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $187.42 to $217.03. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 28.6) is in line with its historical norms (26.0). At these levels, the market is pricing in 3.2% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CR is showing sideways momentum. The price is approaching resistance at $212.50. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: CR has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CR is showing sideways momentum. The price is approaching resistance at $212.50. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: CR has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$187.42 -
$217.03
Company Quality Score
60/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
68.1%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($221.89)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 3.2% growth with 24.9% revenue growth
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$187.42 -
$217.03
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$12.97
(6.0%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$185.50
Resistance Level
$212.50
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Jun 17, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
28.56
Wall Street Target
$221.89
(+2.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
24.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-37.8%
Profit Margin
13.4%
Valuation Premium vs History
+3.2% premium
PE vs Historical
28.6 vs 26.0
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+3.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$224.60
(+3%)
2-Year Target
$231.79
(+7%)
3-Year Target
$239.21
(+10%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 29→26)
PE COMPRESSION
$217.74
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 28.6, Growth: 12.0%)
$305.83
(+41%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 21.8, Growth: 12.0%)
$233.20
(+7%)
Bear:
(PE: 18.5, Growth: 12.0%)
$198.22
(-9%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (40x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (29x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 40.33 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.45
Bull Case
$338.03
(+55%)
Analyst growth 39.8%, PE expands to 44.4
Base Case
$307.30
(+41%)
Market implied 39.8%, PE stable at 40.3
Bear Case
$149.46
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 34.3
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
4
Buys
1
Sells
+
Net
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BUY
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