CRUS Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CRUS - Cirrus Logic Inc
$138.33
-5.06 (-3.53%)
▼
5d:
+1.06%
30d:
-1.98%
90d:
+14.45%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 30, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 05, 2026
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Strength: 5.8/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CRUS shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: CRUS 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
$173.32
Based on 2.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$107.62
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 16.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CRUS is currently trading at $138.33, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $134.27 to $143.85. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 15.0) is in line with its historical norms (16.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.7% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 26.1% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRUS is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $130.44, while resistance sits at $154.90. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.5% recently.
Market Sentiment: CRUS has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRUS is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $130.44, while resistance sits at $154.90. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.5% recently.
Market Sentiment: CRUS has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. 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
EXTENDED
Fair Price Range
$134.27 -
$143.85
Company Quality Score
62/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
52.4%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-3.5%)
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($146.33)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$134.27 -
$143.85
Current vs Fair Value
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$130.44
Resistance Level
$154.90
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Mar 30, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.01
Wall Street Target
$146.33
(+5.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
4.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
26.1%
Profit Margin
20.5%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.7% cheaper
PE vs Historical
15.0 vs 16.3
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$134.60
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$130.96
(-5%)
3-Year Target
$127.43
(-8%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15→16)
$138.41
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.4, Growth: 1.8%)
$217.62
(+57%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.0, Growth: 1.8%)
$146.11
(+6%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.8, Growth: 1.8%)
$124.19
(-10%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (18x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 17.95 | Current EPS (TTM): $7.58
Bull Case
$182.03
(+33%)
Analyst growth 21.6%, PE expands to 19.8
Base Case
$165.48
(+21%)
Market implied 21.6%, PE stable at 18.0
Bear Case
$92.53
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 15.3
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 15.0 to 16.3
Stabilization Target:
$150.26
(+8.6%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+8.6%
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Last updated: March 30, 2026 9:01 PM ET
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0
Buys
5
Sells
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