CAR Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CAR - Avis Budget Group, Inc.
$114.99
-0.68 (-0.59%)
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HOLD
LOW Confidence
Last Updated: January 30, 2026
Earnings: Feb 18, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CAR shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: CAR 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
$179.98
Based on 7.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$111.76
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 11.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CAR is currently trading at $114.99, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $120.08 to $130.90. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 10.2) is in line with its historical norms (11.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.6% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 52.0% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CAR is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $113.27. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CAR has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (24th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $143.71 (+24.2%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CAR is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $113.27. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CAR has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (24th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $143.71 (+24.2%). 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
OVERSOLD
Fair Price Range
$120.08 -
$130.90
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
24th percentile
(LOW)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
65.4%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 24th percentile)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 24.2% below Wall St target ($143.71)
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -5.5% 5-day decline
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$120.08 -
$130.90
Current vs Fair Value
OVERSOLD
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$8.33
(7.2%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$113.27
Resistance Level
$130.52
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.18
Wall Street Target
$143.71
(+24.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
1.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
52.0%
Profit Margin
-17.9%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical
10.2 vs 11.3
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$111.51
(-4%)
2-Year Target
$107.49
(-7%)
3-Year Target
$103.62
(-10%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→11)
$115.07
(-1%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 10.2 to 11.3
Stabilization Target:
$128.45
(+11.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+11.1%
Last updated: January 30, 2026 5:42 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
2
Sells
Net
INSIDERS SELLING
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