CCI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CCI - Crown Castle Inc.
$80.80
2.21 (2.81%)
▲
5d:
-0.65%
30d:
-9.76%
90d:
-8.47%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 27, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 29, 2026
29d
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Strength: 3.6/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CCI shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: CCI 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
$131.44
Based on 12.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$81.61
1.0% 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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CCI is currently trading at $80.80, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $81.80 to $90.02. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 26.8) is in line with its historical norms (27.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.0% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 6.6% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CCI is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $75.96, while resistance sits at $88.69.
Market Sentiment: CCI 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 $98.81 (+25.7%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CCI is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $75.96, while resistance sits at $88.69.
Market Sentiment: CCI 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 $98.81 (+25.7%). 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
$81.80 -
$90.02
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 25.7% below Wall St target ($98.81)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$81.80 -
$90.02
Current vs Fair Value
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$75.96
Resistance Level
$88.69
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Mar 30, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
26.80
Wall Street Target
$98.81
(+25.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-4.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
6.6%
Profit Margin
10.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.0% cheaper
PE vs Historical
26.8 vs 27.7
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$77.80
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$77.03
(-2%)
3-Year Target
$76.26
(-3%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 27→28)
$78.81
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 26.8, Growth: 21.1%)
$139.42
(+77%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.4, Growth: 21.1%)
$116.52
(+48%)
Bear:
(PE: 19.0, Growth: 21.1%)
$99.04
(+26%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (33x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (27x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 32.68 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.52
Bull Case
$105.41
(+30%)
Analyst growth 16.4%, PE expands to 36.0
Base Case
$95.83
(+18%)
Market implied 16.4%, PE stable at 32.7
Bear Case
$56.00
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 27.8
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 26.8 to 27.7
Stabilization Target:
$81.22
(+3.3%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+3.3%
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Last updated: March 30, 2026 11:50 AM ET
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2
Buys
7
Sells
Net
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